Clytie - Northumberland & Northeast

The Clytie, for us, is one of those deeper North Sea wrecks that just keeps on giving. She’s a decent drop to 47 metres, so we’re talking experienced divers here, but the reward is a remarkably intact steamship. You can really get a sense of her shape, sitting upright on the seabed. We love picking out the details – the bow still points purposefully, and the stern section often holds a few surprises. Visibility can be a proper North Sea lottery, so picking your day is key. But when it’s good, say 10 metres, the way the light filters down onto the deck is quite something. Conger eels are often lurking in the darker recesses of the engine room, and the holds are now home to feisty edible crabs. Dead man’s fingers coral grows in thick, white clumps along the rails, swaying gently with the surge. Our favourite bit is exploring the superstructure, seeing where the deck plates have peeled back like old tin cans, revealing the skeletal ribs underneath. It’s a proper historical dive, a chance to connect with that maritime past.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

53.582310, -3.985653

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

47m

Marine Protected Area: Great Orme