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Loch Maddy

Loch Maddy

Orkney, United Kingdom

Depth
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12m

Visibility
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8m - 23m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Loch Maddy

The Loch Maddy was a Scottish built and Registered Steamship. On February 20, 1940, She took a Torpedo hit from a German U57 which damaged her, but didnt sink her. Another vessel towed her back to port, and enroute she took another Torpedo hit. This time from a U23, commanded by Otto Kretschmer, which was a famous Ace. The Loch Maddy broke in two and soon sunk down to a shallow sandy bottom. Today she rests in Inganess Bay, well protected from heavy sea conditions. Easy wreck dive, suitable for all level divers.

Loch Maddy Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

12m

Visibility Range

8m 23m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Various
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