Wreck of Mary Abigail

Protected Area

Lamlash Bay

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 Mary Abigail 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 Mary Abigail, sitting pretty upright in about 20 metres, is a proper Scottish classic. We love a good trawler wreck, and this one has settled beautifully, draped in the greens and browns that define our temperate waters. As you descend through the often moody light, the wheelhouse is usually the first thing that resolves, still largely intact and a fantastic shelter for schooling pollack. Visibility here can swing wildly, but on a good day, exploring the open holds is a treat. They’re a real magnet for conger eels, tucked into every nook and cranny, and we’ve often spotted a grumpy wolf fish eyeing us from a shadowy corner. The stern, in particular, is a lovely mess of collapsed deck plating and machinery, providing endless hidey-holes for crabs and squat lobsters. It’s a dive that rewards slow exploration rather than a quick swim-through, perfect for those who appreciate the quiet drama of a historical wreck reclaimed by the sea. Just be mindful of the currents, they can pick up quickly, especially around the exposed sections of the bow.