Wreck of Jean
Protected Area
Bridgend Flats, Islay
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 Jean offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
The Wreck of Jean, nestled in the chill embrace of the Scottish West Coast, is a proper wreck dive, none of your scattered debris fields here. We love it because it’s substantial, a real ship to explore, sitting upright with a surprising amount of her structure intact. Dropping down, you’ll find the metalwork draped in colourful anemones and dead man's fingers, a striking contrast to the grey light filtering through the water. Keep an eye out for inquisitive wrasse darting between the decaying beams, and we've often spotted hefty conger eels making their homes in the deeper recesses. This site is a fantastic choice for those who appreciate the history woven into a wreck and don't mind a bit of a chill for a rewarding dive.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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