PINTAIL - Scottish West Coast

The Pintail might not be the deepest dive on the Scottish West Coast, sitting at just 10m, but we think it’s a brilliant way to spend an hour. This old trawler, sunk back in 1949, is relatively intact for a wreck of its age and depth. You can often swim right into the wheelhouse, feeling the chill of the enclosed space, and there are plenty of nooks and crannies to poke your head into across the deck. For us, the joy here is how completely nature has reclaimed it. Every surface is draped in dead man's fingers, brilliant white and orange against the dark metal. Ling often lurk in the shadowed corners, their long bodies perfectly camouflaged, and we've seen impressively large conger eels peering out from gaps in the hull. Look closely and you’ll spot nudibranchs, little bursts of colour moving slowly over the growth. This site is ideal for photographers looking for an atmospheric shot or anyone who enjoys the quiet exploration of a historical wreck without the pressure of depth or strong currents. It's a proper gentle bob around a piece of history.

Location

Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

55.300335, -6.283040

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

10m

Marine Protected Area: Rathlin Island