LELIA - Northumberland & Northeast

The Lelia, a paddle steamer from 1864, sits upright at 17 metres off the Northumberland coast. We’ve found her to be a satisfying dive for those keen on historical wrecks, especially given her relatively shallow depth. The structure itself is still quite substantial, with parts of the paddle wheels and engine room offering good swim-throughs – watch for snaking conger eels in the deeper crevices. Dogfish often rest on the deck plates, and various crabs scuttle amongst the plating. It’s a good spot for a second dive of the day, or for divers comfortable with UK wreck conditions but not looking for excessive depth.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.487470, -3.383943
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
17m

Marine Protected Area: Liverpool Bay / Bae Lerpwl

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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