LA ROCHELLE (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
North Anglesey Marine / Gogledd Môn Forol
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - LA ROCHELLE (POSSIBLY) offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
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.
Typical LA ROCHELLE (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 51m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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