DAGMAR

Protected Area

Ynys Mon/Anglesey

Why dive here

With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - DAGMAR offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeDolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Orcas · 118+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive · max 2m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Dagmar isn't for everyone. Let's be clear, this isn't a deep blue wreck dive. This is a shallow, often challenging, but utterly rewarding experience for those who appreciate history and don't mind getting salty. We’re talking about an iron sailing vessel, grounded back in 1886. At just 2 metres deep, you’re often diving in surge, feeling the push and pull of the North Sea. But that's part of its charm. Visibility can be hit or miss, but when it’s good, the structure of the Dagmar comes alive. We love how the strong iron frames are completely encrusted with mussels and barnacles. You’ll find crabs tucked into every crevice, and small blennies darting between the plates. It’s a photographer’s dream if you’re patient and can work with the movement. Our favourite time to dive Dagmar is on a slack high tide, just after a period of calm weather. It cleans the water up beautifully. Don't expect dramatic swim-throughs, but there's a real sense of exploring a relic, feeling the history beneath your fingertips. It’s a dive that genuinely transports you back in time.