Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom
    Troon Golf Links and Foreshore

    Wreck of Cleveragh

    Protected Area

    Troon Golf Links and Foreshore

    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) - Wreck of Cleveragh offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.

    Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 112+ species recorded
    CharacterWreck dive
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Cleveragh, a trawler that sank way back in 1918, lies on her starboard side, surprisingly intact for her age and location. We love how the hull opens up in places, letting you poke your head into the old fish holds, now home to a resident population of plump conger eels. The stern is particularly photogenic, with the rudder and prop still in place, encrusted with dead man's fingers and anemones. Exploring the superstructure, you’ll find the galley and engine room accessible, making for some genuinely atmospheric penetration – just remember your torch and good buoyancy. This wreck is a proper time capsule, a real insight into early 20th-century maritime life, and a favourite for photographers and history buffs alike. We’d suggest timing your dive for slack water; the currents here can really rip.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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