ALYN - Northumberland & Northeast

The Alyn wreck, a steamer that ran aground in poor visibility back in 1940, now sits split across the rocks off Fort Island. It's a shallow dive, just 5m, making it a good spot for a longer explore or for those newer to wreck diving. The iron plates and twisted metal beams offer plenty of nooks and crannies to peer into, where you'll often find wrasse darting between the kelp-draped frames. Look closely and you might spot a squat lobster or a velvet crab tucked away. It's a straightforward dive, and the shallow depth means light penetrates well, illuminating the structure even on a grey day. We'd suggest checking the tides; a slack tide makes for a much more relaxed rummage around the remains.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.074050, -4.602836
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Marine Protected Area: Langness

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Marine Life in Northumberland & Northeast

Home to 132 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 11 sharks & rays, 10 other, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 crabs & lobsters.

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