Scapa Flow: Historic Wreck Site

Scapa Flow ranks as one of the world’s top diving destinations, but many people who will never even get their feet wet are fascinated with what lies beneath its surface.

This website provides the definitive guide to the maritime archaeology and history of Scapa Flow. It results from a collaborative project involving maritime archaeologists, divers, dive-boat operators and historians – their expert local knowledge has helped ensure that the site is as accurate and useful as possible.



With a world-class wreck resource set in the rugged beauty of the Orkney landscape, visiting Scapa Flow is an unparalleled experience. Some wrecks offer a fantastic introduction to wreck diving, others a stimulating challenge for technical divers. However, www.scapaflowwrecks.com provides a window into this world for everyone around the globe, whether they are divers or not.



Choose a category on the right to begin exploring, whether your interest is the wrecks themselves, their history or their wildlife.