UB-81 Suggest edit

United Kingdom Suggest · England Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

5.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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UB-81 is a World War II German U-boat wreck located off the coast of England, known for its historical significance and marine life. The site attracts divers interested in wreck exploration and underwater photography.

The dive involves exploring the wreck of the U-boat, which is largely intact and offers opportunities to observe marine life that has made the wreck its home. Divers can expect to see various fish species and possibly some invertebrates on the structure.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 5.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand silt wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for wreck shots, macro for marine life

Location

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