EARL OF CHATHAM - Northumberland & Northeast

The Earl of Chatham isn’t a deep dive, which we love. You’re looking at a wreck that really comes alive in decent visibility, say 5m plus, and it's fantastic for newer wreck divers or those just wanting a relaxed explore. We’ve always found it a bit moody, which is part of its charm. The stern is often the most intact section, with the propeller still a real highlight on a good day. What you'll find here is a genuine slice of history, broken up but still recognisable as a former steamship. The metal plates are now colonised by dead man's fingers and colourful anemones, swaying gently with the surge. We’ve seen everything from schooling coalfish darting through the broken sections to the occasional inquisitive grey seal playing peek-a-boo. It’s a site that rewards multiple visits, revealing new details each time the light and currents shift. Our top tip: go on a slack tide, otherwise it can be a bit of a tumble dryer.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.420242, -4.511162
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Cemlyn Bay

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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.

Notable Species