Wreck of Magnet

Protected Area

Turnberry Lighthouse to Port Murray

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 Magnet 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 Magnet, off the Scottish West Coast, is one of those dives we just keep coming back to. It’s not about tropical colours here, but about history, the sheer drama of a ship claimed by the sea, and that incredible light, or lack thereof, filtering through the Scottish water. You’ll find the Magnet lying broken, her stern upright and proud, making for a dramatic silhouette against the often moody green-blue. We love nosing around the engine room, always a favourite for a good rummage, and the intact propeller is a classic photo op. This isn’t a high-vis site typically, but that’s part of the charm; it forces you to slow down, to really look. Dead man’s fingers cling to every surface, soft corals bloom in the gloom, and you’ll spot wrasse darting in and out of the plating. Keep an eye out for conger eels poking their heads from pipes and crevices. It’s a dive that suits those who appreciate the chill of temperate water, a bit of an adventure, and a wreck with real character. Dive it on a slack tide for the best experience, as currents can pick up.