M 14
Protected Area
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Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - M 14 offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
The M 14 sits quietly at 26 metres, a German minesweeper sunk by a mine itself back in 1917. She’s a decent size at 56 metres long, quite impressive lying there on the seabed, and despite the age, much of her structure is still recognisable. We’ve found her to be a good site for those interested in maritime history, with plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. Expect to see cod and flatfish hunkering down in the wreckage, with anemones and sponges having made a solid home on the metal. This isn't a drift dive, but check local conditions for currents, as the North Sea can be unpredictable.
Typical M 14 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 26m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for M 14
M 14 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for M 14, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (55.31, 9.86) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
56°F · Range: 10.7–16.8°C
Air Temperature
11°C
52°F
Wind Speed
7.69 m/s
14.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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