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MARTINA (NORTHERN PART)

The Martina’s northern section is a proper diver’s wreck, sitting upright in 27 metres of North Sea gloom. This isn't a colourful reef dive; it’s a sombre, powerful experience, perfect for those who appreciate maritime history and the quiet evolution of a wreck ecosystem. We love the way the hull has become a home, with anemones clinging to every surface and flatfish settled into the sand around the debris field. You drop onto the main deck, often into pretty strong currents, so be prepared. The bridge section is largely intact, and you can still peer into the wheelhouse, imagining the chaos of that night in March 2000. It’s eerie, but also beautiful in its own way, with the light filtering down through the green water. Look out for the resident crabs scuttling over the plating and the dense schools of pollock that swirl around the mast structure. Our favourite part is exploring the aft section, where the breakup is more dramatic, offering some interesting swim-throughs if conditions are calm. This isn’t a beginner’s wreck, but for experienced divers comfortable with deeper, colder water and often challenging visibility, the Martina offers a genuinely compelling dive.