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UDEA (PROBABLY)

The Udea (probably) is one of those West Coast wrecks we still talk about over a dram. She’s a grand old dame, sunk back in 1894, and while she's down at 58 metres, her shallower parts still give you plenty to explore without pushing the limits too hard. We love the way she sits upright, her single boiler a distinctive landmark, often cloaked in plumose anemones that shimmer in your torch beam. Diving her, you get a real sense of history. Her decks are long gone, but the iron frames still define her shape, creating fantastic swim-throughs where cod and pollock often lurk. Our favourite bit is nosing around the engine room, imagining the machinery B that once propelled her. It’s a deep dive, yes, but for experienced cold-water wreckies, the Udea offers a rewarding glimpse into a bygone era, with visibility often surprisingly good, especially on a neap tide. Just be ready for the chill, even in summer.