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Historical note on the loss of UB-74.
Dive Spot Guide•
UB-74 (Wreck)
Tide-sensitive submarine wreck dive for experienced UK wreck divers.
Local operator required
Tide timing and wreck location make a local charter the practical default.
A deep submarine wreck with conger eels, cold-water planning, and a slack-tide window that matters more than the surface conditions.
About UB-74 (Wreck)
UB-74 (Wreck) is a deep UK submarine wreck dive for experienced wreck divers who can work around tide windows. The wreck sits upright enough to feel like a real submarine rather than a scatter of plates, with the double-hulled sections giving it structure and a few sheltered pockets for conger eels. Plan it as a boat-led, tide-sensitive dive with cold-water kit and disciplined buoyancy.
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Research Estimate At UB-74 (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 6m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is UB-74 (Wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
UB-74 (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
34m - 37m
Depth Note
The wreck sits at 34 m, with recent site listings putting the maximum depth at about 37 m.
Best Season
Winter, especially January to March.
Typical Conditions
Cold-water wreck diving with tidal timing, modest visibility, and a submarine hull that rewards careful slack-tide planning.
Safety & Access At UB-74 (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Cold waterStrong current
Safety Notes
Plan the dive around slack water and keep your buoyancy tight around the wreck structure. Cold-water kit and good gas discipline are important at this depth.
Access Restrictions
The wreck is only practical when the tide window is right, so plan the day around slack water and a boat charter that can work the site safely.
Legal Notes
No special permit requirement surfaced in the sources reviewed, but this is a tide-sensitive wreck and should be dived under local boat and navigation rules.
Local Intel For UB-74 (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Run the site as a deliberate wreck dive rather than a casual swim-around. Keep close to the wreck, watch the tide window, and expect the double-hulled structure to hold the interesting pockets.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive site because of depth and tide sensitivity.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck is far too deep for surface-only viewing.
Wildlife at UB-74 (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At UB-74 (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At UB-74 (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility6m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
