JOSEPH HODGKINS (PROBABLY) - Northumberland & Northeast

The Joseph Hodgkins, or what we strongly suspect is her, offers a classic North Sea wreck dive. Dropping down, the first thing you notice is the way the light filters through the green water, often quite atmospheric. We love how intact she feels for a wreck from 1921; you can still make out the bow and stern, and the engine room is a brilliant swim-through if conditions allow. She’s a real magnet for life, with huge schools of coalfish often circling the mast, and we’ve seen some hefty lobsters tucked into crevices in the plating. Look closely and you’ll find nudibranchs crawling over the encrusting anemones that carpet the metalwork. Our favourite part has to be the stern, where the prop shaft is still visible, drawing the eye towards the seabed. It’s a site that rewards multiple visits, revealing new details each time the visibility shifts. Stronger tides can make things challenging, so pick your slack water window carefully. It’s a truly rewarding dive for those who appreciate the history beneath the waves.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

54.323450, -4.210083

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

18m

Marine Protected Area: Ramsey, Isle of Man