About this spot
Alaunia is a wreck dive site in United Kingdom waters that draws divers year-round. The wreck offers a compelling exploration target for divers interested in maritime history and wreck penetration. Community engagement around the site remains strong, with multiple video records documenting dives on the wreck. The site is not within a Marine Protected Area, making it an open-access destination for qualified divers. This status simplifies logistics for dive planning and operator scheduling. The wreck structure provides the primary focus for diving activity, with the vessel itself serving as the main point of interest. Video documentation from the diving community provides valuable visual reference for dive planning. These resources offer insight into site conditions, layout, and what to expect during a dive. Alaunia attracts divers seeking wreck-focused experiences in UK waters, where such opportunities draw both technical and recreational visitors. Proper planning and appropriate training for wreck diving are essential. Divers should confirm current site conditions and any local regulations before planning a visit.
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Dive types
Trip essentials
Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.
Trip checklist
- 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
- 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
- 📔 Dive logbook
- 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
- 🔌 Plug type G · 230V adapter
- 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
- 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact
Quick facts
- 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
- GPS
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FAQ
›When is the best time to dive Alaunia?
Alaunia can be dived year-round, so your timing depends on other factors like weather windows, your schedule, and personal preferences for water conditions. Check local tide and weather forecasts before planning your trip.
›What training or experience do I need for this wreck dive?
Wreck diving requires appropriate training and experience. Confirm depth and current conditions with local operators or the dive community before your visit. Proper qualifications for wreck penetration are essential if you plan to enter the structure.
›What marine life or features will I see at Alaunia?
Alaunia is primarily a wreck dive, with the shipwreck structure as the main focal point. UK wreck sites often attract fish and other marine life that colonize the structure. Local video documentation can give you a sense of what has been observed.
›How do I access Alaunia and are there permits required?
Alaunia is not within a Marine Protected Area, making access more straightforward. Contact local dive operators in UK waters for boat access, logistics, and any local regulations that may apply to your dive.
