MONA 2 (POSSIBLY) - Northumberland & Northeast

The Mona 2 is a proper old-school wreck dive, and we love it for that. She went down in 1883, and you can feel that history in the way the iron hull has just melted into the seabed over the decades. It’s shallow, only 11 metres, which means decent bottom time and often brighter conditions, even in the UK. We’ve had dives there where the light catches the rusted plates just right, turning the whole scene a sort of deep orange. Visibility can be a typical North Sea lottery, but even on an average day, the wreck structure is so clear. You’ll find the bow section reasonably intact, the stern less so, but the real joy is exploring the exposed ribs and plates. Shoals of small coalfish and cod often hang around the bigger sections, and we always spot plenty of crabs tucked into the nooks and crannies. Our favourite feature is probably the old boiler, now completely encrusted, a real focal point for marine life. It’s a great dive for anyone who appreciates the slow decay of history, rather than just pristine structure. Go at slack water; the currents here can be a bit frisky otherwise.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

53.459885, -3.049033

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

11m

Marine Protected Area: Mersey Narrows