ST ORAN
Protected Area
Turnberry Dunes
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - ST ORAN offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
The St Oran, a steamship that went down with a cargo of coal in 1920, rests upright on the seabed at 48 metres. She’s a decent size at 37 metres long, built of steel with machinery aft, which makes for some interesting exploration around the stern and propeller. You’ll find her reasonably intact, with plenty of openings to peer into, though penetration requires proper training given the depth. Ling, conger eels, and various crabs have made the wreck their home. It’s a good deep dive for those with wreck experience, offering a solid piece of history to explore off the Scottish coast.
Typical ST ORAN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 48m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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