FISHER QUEEN - Scottish West Coast

The Fisher Queen is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to, despite its easy-to-miss location between Coll and Tiree. It’s barely a dive, really, more a snorkel or a free-dive at high slack. The old wooden trawler, sunk back in '73, lies in just two metres of water, broken up but still very much a wreck. You won't be penetrating anything here, but the way the timbers are scattered across the rocky seabed creates a fascinating landscape. We love nosing around the skeletal remains, seeing how the wood has softened and become part of the reef. In summer, the light filters through the kelp, turning the whole scene into a shifting watercolour. Look closely amongst the ribs and planks and you'll spot blennies eyeing you from crevices, velvet swimming crabs scuttling sideways, and juvenile pollack darting through the shadows. It’s not about big pelagics here; it's about the intricate, small world that has reclaimed this old boat. It’s a perfect spot for an afternoon spent pottering about, especially if you're into macro photography or just want a relaxed dive that feels genuinely historical. Just remember to time it for high tide and calm seas, otherwise, it's just a bumpy ride over scattered timber.

Location

Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

56.541466, -6.780117

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

2m

Marine Protected Area: Sleibhtean agus Cladach Thiriodh