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LYLIE

The Lylie is a proper Northumberland wreck, sitting upright in around 12 metres of water. It's a steamship that went down in 1883, and time has definitely taken its toll, but the sheer size of it – 54.9 metres long – means there’s still plenty to explore. We typically find the boiler and engine standing proud, usually covered in anemones and dead man’s fingers. The holds are fairly intact and often home to crabs and lobsters, tucked into the shadows. Visibility can be a bit variable here, so we always suggest checking the local conditions before heading out, but on a good day, it’s a cracking dive for anyone who enjoys a bit of history and abundant UK marine life.