LA ROCHELLE (POSSIBLY) - Northumberland & Northeast

La Rochelle is a proper North Sea wreck, and we absolutely love it. Dropping onto her at 51 metres, you immediately feel the scale of the place. She’s remarkably intact, lying mostly on her starboard side, and the visibility here can be surprisingly good on a calm day, giving you a real sense of her structure. We especially enjoy exploring the stern, where the prop shaft and rudder are still quite defined. You’ll find plenty of inquisitive ballan wrasse darting around, and the occasional ling peeking out from a dark corner. This isn’t a site for beginners; it’s deep, cold, and often has a respectable current running, so good buoyancy and a solid dive plan are essential. But for experienced wreck divers, it offers a truly rewarding dive.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.501835, -4.674883
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
51m

Marine Protected Area: North Anglesey Marine / Gogledd Môn Forol

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Marine Life in Northumberland & Northeast

Home to 132 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 11 sharks & rays, 10 other, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species