KATY
Protected Area
Arfordir Gogleddol Penmon
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - KATY offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The Katy is a small trawler, only about nine metres long, that went down in 1994. She sits upright and mostly intact on a flat seabed at eight metres, making her a relatively easy dive. You can often see the remains of her netting draped across the structure, now heavily encrusted with dead man's fingers and colourful jewel anemones. We've seen plenty of wrasse darting in and out of the hull, and crabs scuttling across the deck. It’s a nice, calm wreck to explore, good for a relaxed dive if you’re looking for something accessible off the Northumberland coast.
Typical KATY 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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