

Best for intermediate divers, 18-23m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Ilios is a wreck dive located in St Abbs & Eyemouth, United Kingdom, resting at depths between 18 and 23 metres. This site is accessible only by boat and features moderate currents, requiring solid buoyancy control. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 15 metres. Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 7 to 13 degrees Celsius, making a drysuit essential. Divers should be aware of hazards including boat traffic, entanglement risks, and cold water. Always deploy a delayed surface marker buoy before ascending. Species recorded around this area include gray seals, harbor seals, common lobsters, squat lobsters, giant jellyfish, various crab species, sea stars, brittle stars, snails, shannies, and rockpool prawns.
54.97792, -1.34505
Deploy your DSMB before ascending and make it a habit, as boat traffic is a real hazard at this site. Facilities ashore include showers and changing rooms, so bring your full kit change to warm up efficiently after a cold-water dive.
The site can be accessed from the shore.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
18-23m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
7-13°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Species recorded around this area include gray seals, harbor seals, common lobsters, squat lobsters, giant jellyfish, various crab species, sea stars, brittle stars, snails, shannies, and rockpool prawns.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents, wreck environment, and cold-water conditions.
The wreck sits at a depth of 18 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
The Ilios is a boat dive and requires a boat charter to access the site.
This site is intended for scuba diving due to the depth of the wreck and the environmental conditions.
Diving at Ilios in North East requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Ilios in North East. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Ilios in North East. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 13°C.
The best months to visit Ilios in North East are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Ilios in North East. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Ilios in North East typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.