Search for Loch Ness Monster captures unexplained noise and 'sighting' photo

A huge search for Nessie conducted by a centre dedicated to the monster has turned up some surprising results.

The Loch Ness Centre is aiming to uncover the loch’s mysteries, and the most recent search, which took place on Thursday, May 30 to Sunday, June 2, saw hundreds of budding monster hunters involved in scouring the 23-mile-long loch for unusual activity, both in person and online.

The search which used the hydrophone to listen for mysterious sounds echoing from the depths of the loch saw an unexplained noise captured and a potential sighting recorded.

Alan McKenna from Loch Ness Exploration captured a unique noise to be analysed, a rhythmic pulsing that lasted about 10 seconds. Alan will now isolate the noise in attempt to identify the source of the fascinating sound that he has never heard before.

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The search also saw young Evelyn Murphy, age 11, capture a potential sighting with an intriguing photo, showing a clear break in the water made by an unidentified object or creature.

Taking place on the 90th anniversary of the pioneering adventurer Sir Edward Mountain and his team of 20 becoming the first ‘Watchers of the Monster’, the latest search was dubbed 'The Quest'.

Over the four days, as well as the search, a number of other celebratory events took place including talks and debates involving the likes of Alan McKenna from Loch Ness Exploration, renowned Loch Ness writer Roland Watson, and eyewitness Richard White, held in-person and screened virtually to participants from around the world.

The panel told gripping stories, discussed their ongoing research, and dissected eyewitness accounts, all while debating the existence of the elusive monster.

Other volunteers explored the depths of the world-famous loch with Deepscan Captain, Alistair Matheson, the Skipper for the Loch Ness Project. Monster hunters joined Alistair and Alan McKenna for an extended excursion, utilising a 60-foot hydrophone to listen for mysterious sounds echoing from the depths of the loch.

Ashley Range, a volunteer who travelled from Washington State to take part in The Quest, said: “I’ve been obsessed with Scotland and Nessie my whole life, and to be here is just a dream. To be on an actual expedition and out on Deepscan exploring Loch Ness is a dream come true.

"I definitely believe in Nessie. Although a lot of the evidence can be explained, there is a lot out there that is unexplainable. It’s been an incredible trip!”

General Manager of The Loch Ness Centre, Paul Nixon, said: “The excitement this weekend has proven that intrigue surrounding Loch Ness and its monster is still very much alive. We all want the same thing, to discover the mysteries of the natural phenomena beneath the loch.

"We’ve been delighted to welcome so many people to The Loch Ness Centre for hour-long centre tours and Deepscan boat trips across the weekend. After another successful The Quest Weekend, we’re more determined than ever to continue our search for answers.”

Next year the team confirmed the Quest Weekend will take place on Thursday, May 22 to Sunday, May 25 2025 you can find out more on the official website.

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