ALICE AND ELIZA
Protected Area
Mersey Narrows
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - ALICE AND ELIZA offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The Alice and Eliza. Not your typical pretty reef dive, but a proper chunk of maritime history for those who like their wrecks with a story. She went down back in 1912, a sailing vessel that met a bad end between those buoys. We love that you’re diving something that’s been blasted to clear navigation channels, then settled into the seabed. At a shallow 12 metres, it’s a site that’s accessible without needing deep certs, which we always appreciate. What you get now is a dispersed wreck, not a fully intact vessel. Think more like a scatter of metal plates, ribs, and timbers, all colonised by the local Northumberland life. Crab and lobster are common here, scuttling amongst the remains. Look for conger eels tucked into the larger crevices; they’re often curious. It’s a dive for those who enjoy pottering, exploring the nooks and crannies, and piecing together the ghost of a ship. Our favourite time to visit is on a calm, slack tide, to really take your time and soak it all in.
Typical ALICE AND ELIZA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
ALICE AND ELIZA Wreck History
Year Sunk
1912
Vessel Type
sailing vessel
Cause
unknown
The ALICE AND ELIZA is a historical wreck site that offers a glimpse into the maritime world of the early 20th century. This sailing vessel sank on June 17, 1912, for reasons that have been lost to time. Resting at an accessible depth of 12 meters, she is a popular dive for those exploring the waters of Northumberland. The wreck has been officially 'dispersed,' meaning it is not an intact structure but a scattered debris field. For divers, this transforms the site into an archaeological treasure hunt, exploring the seabed for remnants of the ship and observing the vibrant marine life that has colonized the wreckage over the past century.
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