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OONA HALL

The Oona Hall is a favourite for us along the Northumberland coast, a trawler that really captures the imagination. Dropping down to 51 metres, the visibility here can be… well, it’s the North Sea, isn’t it? But on a good day, when the light penetrates, the wreck reveals itself beautifully, sitting upright and largely intact. We love exploring the bow, where the anchor chain still drapes down, and the stern, though a bit more broken, offers plenty of nooks. This 32-metre vessel, originally the 'Ar-Men,' went down in 1940, and you can still feel that history as you glide over her decks. The triple-expansion engine and single boiler are impressive structures, now completely encrusted with plumose anemones, their white tentacles swaying gently in the current. Look closely among them for squat lobsters and the occasional inquisitive wolf-fish peering out from beneath a plate. We'd suggest timing your dive for slack water to truly appreciate the detail without fighting the push. It’s a dive that rewards careful exploration, perfect for technical divers who appreciate a well-preserved piece of maritime history.