DAVID ANDREWS - Northumberland & Northeast

The David Andrews is one of those wrecks we often find ourselves drawn back to, especially when the weather isn’t playing ball for the deeper stuff. This isn't some grand ocean liner; she's a plucky little tug, capsized in '92 while doing her job. You’ll find her sitting inverted in a modest 6 metres of water, perfect for an extended rummage without racking up deco. We love how accessible she is, and it's a brilliant spot for newer divers to get a feel for wreck penetration, though always proceed with caution and proper training. What you see here is a wonderfully colonised structure. Her hull, now the ‘deck’, is a carpet of plumose anemones, swaying gently in the surge that often rolls through. Keep an eye out for the resident crabs scuttling over the plating, and we've spotted some surprisingly large lobsters tucked into crevices. The inverted bridge offers a swim-through that’s more like a crawl-through, but it’s an atmospheric little void. Our favourite detail has to be the propeller, still partially buried in the seabed, a stark reminder of her working life. It's a great second dive of the day, or a tranquil explore when you want to take it easy.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

54.611946, -5.912500

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

6m

Marine Protected Area: Inner Belfast Lough