Boat Dive - SS Polwell

The SS Polwell is an incredible, substantial piece of First World War history lying roughly three miles northeast of Lambay Island. Originally a German vessel captured at the outbreak of the war, she was requisitioned by the British Admiralty as an armed steam collier before being torpedoed by a German U-boat in 1918.

At over 92 metres long, this is a massive wreck with a huge footprint on the seabed. While historically thought to be completely intact, modern surveys show she has broken into three distinct sections, with the detached bow and a collapsing upper deck offering a fascinating, complex layout to explore.

Because of its offshore location, the wreck acts as a thriving artificial reef and is absolutely teeming with local marine life, including large conger eels, crabs, lobsters, and massive schooling fish.

Dive Specifications:

• Depth: 30m to 36m 
• Suitability: Experienced divers only (Minimum Advanced Open Water)
• Conditions: Highly tidal area. The site must be dived at high slack. Excellent bouyancy is required to avoid disturbing the silty seabed. 

Please note: Due to the depth and commercial fishing activity in the area, all divers must carry proper cutting tools. 

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EQUIPMENT / CYLINDER HIRE

We have a limited supply of dive equipment available. Any member requiring a dive cylinder of dive equipment must book it online through the Equipment Hire section at least 24 hrs in advance to ensure it will be brought to the boat for the dive.

NOTE: Equipment hire is available ONLY when diving with Nauti Diver or Triton Diving.