GINGER - Northumberland & Northeast

Ginger is one of those wrecks that really grabs you, even if you’re used to bigger ships. This sailing vessel, sunk in 1975 after an explosion and fire, now sits upright on a sandy seabed at 31 metres. We think its story adds to the dive; you can almost feel the chaos of that day as you drop down. You’ll find the wooden hull surprisingly intact, though time and the North Sea have definitely left their mark. Look for the bow, often draped in fishing nets, and the stern section, where the prop shaft usually draws a bit of a crowd. It's not a massive wreck for penetration, but there are plenty of nooks and crannies to peer into. What we love most is the life that’s made it home: a resident conger eel often pokes its head out from under a plate, and we’ve seen some huge lobsters lurking in the deeper shadows. Dogfish are common here, too, snoozing on the sand around the wreck. Visibility can be a real lottery, but on a good day, when the sun pierces through, the wreck timbers glow with a soft green light. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and don't mind a bit of a deeper profile. Our advice? Go on a slack tide and take your time; there’s always something new to spot amongst the wreckage.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

54.108490, -4.784481

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

31m

Marine Protected Area: Port Erin Bay