ILSE
Protected Area
Teesmouth and Cleveland Coast
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - ILSE offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The *Ilse* is a fun, shallow wreck, great for a second dive or if you're just getting back in the water. She’s a steamship, sunk in 1941, and now rests at a comfortable 5m. You’ll find her broken up, but there are still plenty of recognisable sections of hull and machinery to poke around. What we really love is how the local crabs and blennies have made it their home, tucked into every nook and cranny. It’s a gentle introduction to wreck diving in the Northeast.
Typical ILSE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Denney Diving
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Scuba Diver Training Ltd
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