Wreck of Arklow - Scottish West Coast

Diving the Arklow is exactly what we picture when we think of a classic Scottish wreck. It’s got that brooding, slightly mysterious feel, especially on a day when the light isn’t quite punching through. This isn’t some pristine museum piece; she’s a proper working boat, well-broken but still very much a wreck, scattered across the seabed in about 30 metres. We love dropping down onto the plates and seeing the kelp swaying, giving everything a bit of movement. You’ll spend your time here picking through machinery, engine parts, and the general debris of a vessel that met its end. It’s a rummage, in the best possible way. Keep an eye out for the resident conger eels, they seem to be everywhere, often peeking out from behind a twisted beam. Ling and wrasse are common too, darting in and out of the deeper crevices. We always find ourselves drawn to the bow section, it still holds enough shape to feel like you’re exploring a proper structure. This site is definitely one for the experienced wreck diver, someone who appreciates the history and the challenges of cooler, darker waters.

Location

Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

55.774303, -5.105048

Type

wreck

Marine Protected Area: Laggan