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HMS PRINCE PHILLIPE

Diving the HMS Prince Phillipe on the Scottish West Coast, you’re not just exploring a sunken ship, you’re touching a piece of wartime history. This old Belgian motor vessel, sunk in 1941, sits upright at 55 metres, largely intact. We love how the cold, clear Scottish water preserves these wrecks; it’s like a time capsule down there. When we drop in, the sheer scale of her is always impressive. At nearly 100 metres long, there’s plenty to explore. The bridge section is particularly atmospheric, often swarming with schools of pollack that swirl around the superstructure, making the visibility feel even more dynamic. Look out for the resident conger eels, they’ve made homes in the deeper crevices and engine room access points. We always suggest bringing a good torch, not just for penetration, but to really bring out the colours on the encrusting anemones and dead man’s fingers that blanket the metalwork. This dive suits experienced wreck divers comfortable with depth and colder conditions. Surface support is essential, and often a bit of a journey out, but the reward is a truly engaging dive on a significant, well-preserved wreck.