Wreck of Annie And Jane - Scottish West Coast

The Annie And Jane, an old sailing trawler, lies broken on the seabed off the Scottish west coast. It’s not one of those intact wrecks you swim through bow to stern; this is a proper archaeological site, scattered and collapsed. What we love about it is the sheer volume of history you feel down there. The wooden hull has long since rotted, but the machinery, the engine block, the anchor chain – they’re all still distinct, outlined against the gloom. Visibility here can be a bit of a gamble, but on a good day, when the light penetrates, it’s a brilliant dive for macro enthusiasts and wreck detectives. We’ve found wolfish lurking in the crevices and conger eels coiled amongst the twisted metal. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the decay, who can piece together a story from the scattered remains. We’d suggest a strong torch, even on a bright day, to really pick out the details. If you’re looking for big pelagics, this isn’t it. But for a moody, atmospheric dive with a real sense of history, the Annie And Jane is our pick. It’s not a challenging dive in terms of depth, but navigating the debris field requires a bit of awareness.

Location

Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

55.324030, -4.840537

Type

wreck

Marine Protected Area: Turnberry Lighthouse to Port Murray