The Wreck of the Glendun

The Glendun, a Belfast steamer, ran aground in 1940. It is located on the east coast of the Isle of Man, just south of Maughold Head, and is only accessible by boat. This dive provides some spectacular views for the journey there and any surface intervals - which can be spent sunning yourself on the nearby private beach. The boiler is the focal point of this dive, and the top of it can be seen from above the surface.

When swimming right next to the structure, which rises 8 meters into the water, it appears massive. Swim down into any of the three boiler casings for some amazing photos. The vast majority of the Glendun has been dismantled and scattered throughout the area. This can turn the dive into a fun hunt, scavenge, and rummage as divers scatter in all directions looking for bits and pieces of gleaming brass. The wreck of the Glendun is a good, easy, scenic dive with a maximum depth of around 12 meters and close proximity to the cliffs. Just like a stroll on a Sunday afternoon.