Wreck of Clyde - Scottish West Coast

The Clyde is one of those wrecks that just feels *right* for a Scottish dive. It’s got that brooding atmosphere, sitting upright and mostly intact on the seabed, with a good chunk of its structure still rising from the sand. We love the way the light filters through the kelp forest that starts just above the wreck, giving everything a green, ethereal glow. Dropping onto the deck, you’re immediately aware of the ship’s scale. The holds are still accessible, dark caverns just begging for a torch beam, and we've spotted some surprisingly large conger eels lurking in the shadows there. Look closely at the superstructure; wrasse dart in and out of the rusted plating, and we’ve often found dogfish resting on the sand nearby. It’s not a dive for the faint of heart, given the often chilly temperatures and the low visibility that’s common here, but for wreck enthusiasts, it’s a proper adventure. Our favourite approach is to take it slow, really taking in the history and the way the sea has reclaimed it.

Location
Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.329590, -5.557140
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Sanda Islands

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Marine Life in Scottish West Coast

Home to 127 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 sharks & rays, 8 other, 7 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species