FRIEDA

Protected Area

Granagh Bay

Why dive here

With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - FRIEDA 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 5m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The FRIEDA wreck is a surprising delight, especially given its shallow depth. We’ve had some fantastic dives here. It’s a sailing vessel that went down in 1916, and what you get now is a low, spread-out wreck, absolutely carpeted in marine growth. Think plumose anemones, dead man's fingers, and colourful sponges – a real burst of colour against the North Sea green. We love poking around the debris field. There are still enough structural elements, like ribs and timbers, to give you a sense of its past, but it’s the sheer density of life that steals the show. You’ll spot crabs scuttling amongst the wreckage, blennies peering from crevices, and often small schools of wrasse darting in and out. It’s an ideal spot for macro photography or for newer divers looking for an easy, rewarding wreck dive without the depth. Pick a day with calm seas and a rising tide for the best visibility; it really makes a difference.