Steel steamship · 1926–1932 · Firth of Clyde, United Kingdom
The Arran III was a steel steamship built by Ayrshire Dockyard Co Ltd in 1926 for Clyde Cargo Steamers Ltd. She was a familiar sight around the ports and islands of the Firth of Clyde. On a voyage from Ardrishaig with a cargo of empty beer bottles, she encountered a south-easterly gale and ran aground on Sgeir Leathann near Barmore Island.
Despite efforts to save her, including a tug sent to assist, the vessel was badly holed and eventually slipped into deeper water as the tide rose, forcing the crew to abandon ship. Today, the wreck lies broken on a rocky seabed, with her stern at 12 metres and her bow at 5 metres. Although substantially salvaged, notable features like some cargo remains can still be seen.
Access to the site is possible by shore or boat, with the wreck lying on its port side, showing parts of the stern, keel, and main ribs still intact.
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Built 1926 by Ayrshire Dockyard Co Ltd; 6 years in service. Lost 1932.
A reference and a starting point, not a dive plan. Plan any dive with a local professional who knows the site and the conditions on the day.
A further 3 fields were derived from the wreck’s recorded position rather than taken from a source.
ARRAN III is a steel steamship wreck located off Firth of Clyde, United Kingdom at a depth of 5 metres. The wreck is diveable.
ARRAN III lies at approximately 5 metres depth, Firth of Clyde.
As reported, diving the ARRAN III is rated beginner and is suitable for newly certified Open Water divers. Minimum certification: Confirm with a local operator. A reference and a starting point, not a dive plan. Plan any dive with a local professional who knows the site and the conditions on the day.
ARRAN III is accessed by shore or boat, Firth of Clyde, United Kingdom.