HIGHLAND LADDIE

Protected Area

Corsewall Point to Milleur Point

Why dive here

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

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Don't let the '0m' depth fool you. The Highland Laddie is less a dive and more a historical snorkel, perfect for those calm summer days when the North Sea finally decides to behave. She ran ashore and broke up in 1980, but what's left is a fascinating jumble of timbers and ribs, scattered across the low tide mark. We love popping out here with a mask and fins at low water, just to explore the skeletal remains, feeling the cool water swirl around our ankles. You'll find crabs scuttling amongst the rotting wood, small fish darting in and out of crevices, and often, little anemones clinging to the darker nooks. It’s a completely different experience from a typical wreck dive, far more intimate. Our favourite is spotting the barnacles that encrust every surface, a testament to the sea's reclaiming power. It’s a gentle reminder of maritime history, an ideal spot for a post-lunch scout with the family, or for a photographer looking for something a bit unusual. Just keep an eye on the tide, as the North Sea has a habit of coming in quicker than you’d expect.