Anyone done Scapa Flow?

[Louie]

As I'm stuck in London, I fancied getting away somewhere relatively near-by for a long-weekend of diving. I've heard a lot about Scapa from wreck enthusiasts and it sounds interesting.
However, I'm finding it all a bit complicated finding the best operators, sights and accommodation (not to mention flights).
After looking at some of the prices offered, it looks like a week long delux livaboard in the Red Sea would be cheaper and less of a fuss to get to!
Anybody with experience of Scapa?

Louie

 

[lakesdiver]

I've not been there yet, going in July. I got some nice tips from member "Heads Up." You might drop him a PM.

 

[spottydog]

I've never been to Scapa but went up to the Clyde for the bank holiday last weekend (dark, deep, coldish and sone of the best diving I've every done).

We flew up to Glasgow Prestwick (from Stanstead with Ryanair). Booking a few months in advance you can get return flights for less than £40. Car Hire is also cheapest through the Ryanair website.
If you fancy the Cyle check out Clyde Diving Centre based at Inverkip who were excellent.