OVINGTON (PROBABLY) - Scottish West Coast

The Ovington, or at least what we think is the Ovington, is a fantastic dive for anyone who loves a bit of history and a decent wreck exploration. Sunk back in 1889 after tangling with the SS Queen Victoria, she’s a steamship lying upright at 30 metres, not too far from Greenock. We’ve found her to be remarkably intact for her age, with plenty of character. Descending onto the Ovington, you’ll see the bow still quite proud, often shrouded in a shoal of pollack. Our favourite part is exploring the midships, where the deck plating has started to peel away, creating interesting swim-throughs for careful divers. Look out for the resident conger eels tucked into any dark crevice, and we’ve often spotted dogfish resting on the sand nearby. The visibility here can be typically Scottish – sometimes it’s 15 metres and lovely, other times it drops to 5. We’d suggest diving this one on a slack tide to really appreciate the structure without fighting a current. It’s a rewarding dive for those comfortable with deeper wrecks and the cool embrace of the Clyde.

Location

Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

55.854650, -4.968667

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

30m

Marine Protected Area: Largs Coast Section