Wreck of Lcm309

Protected Area

Loch Bee Machair

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 Lcm309 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 Wreck of Lcm309, tucked away on the Scottish West Coast, is a real favourite of ours. It’s not about bright colours here, it's about atmosphere and history, a dive that genuinely transports you. We love dropping onto the LCM and seeing its outline emerge from the gloom, often cloaked in a thick layer of plumose anemones, their white tentacles waving gently in the mild current. You can poke around the hold, imagining its last voyage, and we’ve often seen conger eels peering out from gaps in the plating, sometimes a curious grey seal will buzz by. It’s a great site for experienced divers who appreciate exploring a piece of history rather than chasing pelagics, and it rewards a slow, deliberate dive. If you hit it on a calm day, the visibility can be surprisingly good, making the structure feel even more imposing. Just remember, this is Scotland, so pack your drysuit and prepare for a proper adventure.