MAJOR - Northumberland & Northeast

The *Major*, a barge sunk back in 1895 after a run-in with a dredger, offers a solid, shallow wreck dive just off Canning Dock Island. It sits at a comfortable 10 meters, making it accessible for most divers and a good choice if you're looking for an easy, no-decompression dive. You'll find the remains of the hull spread across the sandy seabed, with plates and beams forming nooks for crabs and small fish. It’s a good little rummage, perfect for a relaxed dive to practice buoyancy or just enjoy the simple charm of history beneath the waves. The visibility can be typical for the North Sea, so go on a calm day for the best views.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.398315, -2.998849
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
10m

Marine Protected Area: New Ferry

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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