MAIN
Protected Area
Torrs Warren - Luce Sands
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - MAIN offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The SS Main, sitting around 10 meters, gives you a proper slice of North Sea history. She was a steamship, sunk by a German U-boat in 1917, and while records suggest she was later refloated, there’s still plenty of scattered wreckage to explore. We’re talking about the bones of a 59-meter vessel, now a jumble of plates and ribs. It’s a site that really comes alive with schools of coalfish darting through the debris, and you’ll often spot crabs scuttling amongst the twisted metal. It’s a relaxed dive, good for anyone comfortable with shallow wreck exploration, and a cool reminder of the region’s wartime past.
Typical MAIN 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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