HMS EMBRACE - Scottish West Coast

We love the HMS Embrace for its sheer accessibility, a rare treat for a proper wreck dive. This isn't some deep, dark expedition; she sits in just 5 metres of water in Loch Alsh, a relic from 1940. We usually find her quite sheltered, making it a great dive even when the Scottish weather tries its best. Drop down and you're immediately on the deck. Her outline is still clear, though time and the sea have smoothed her edges. You can trace her from bow to stern, imagining her as a harbour patrol craft, not just a fishing vessel. What we really appreciate here is the way the cold water corals have started to colonise the metal. You'll spot colourful anemones clinging to the plates and little squat lobsters peeking out from beneath twisted sections of hull. It’s a gentle exploration, perfect for anyone who wants to spend a good chunk of time inspecting the details without worrying about deco limits. It suits photographers well, too, given the shallow depth and generally good light penetration, even on a cloudy day.

Location
Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
57.150833, -5.799167
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Marine Protected Area: Inner Hebrides and the Minches

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Marine Life in Scottish West Coast

Home to 127 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 sharks & rays, 8 other, 7 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species