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SAINT RONAIG

The Saint Ronaig isn't a deep dive, sitting at a comfortable 16 metres, but don’t let that fool you into thinking it's simple. This wreck is a proper spread, more a scattering of intriguing debris than a fully intact hull, and that's precisely why we love it. Sunk back in December of '55, she's had ample time for the West Coast's hardy marine life to make itself at home. You'll spend your time here picking through the ribs and plates, finding lobsters tucked into every crevice and nudibranchs grazing across the metalwork. The visibility can be a bit variable, as is typical for Scotland, but when it’s good, the natural light filtering through the kelp above gives the site a wonderfully atmospheric glow. Our favourite part? Nosing around the stern section, where the prop shaft used to be – it’s a surprisingly productive spot for colourful anemones. It’s a site that rewards slow exploration, perfect for photographers or anyone who enjoys the detective work of a broken-up wreck.