BLUE STAR
Protected Area
West Coast
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - BLUE STAR offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The Blue Star, a small barge that went down back in '81 while being towed, sits upright at 40 metres, making it a good, straightforward dive for those comfortable at depth. It’s not a massive wreck, only 27 metres long, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in character. You can poke around the hold, which is home to some chunky lobsters and sometimes a few inquisitive wrasse. Around the structure itself, we’ve often spotted decent-sized cod lurking in the shadows and plenty of crab scuttling across the deck plates. It’s a solid dive for wreck enthusiasts keen on a deeper, compact exploration.
Typical BLUE STAR Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (40m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
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.
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