ORIA
Protected Area
Holyhead Mountain
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - ORIA offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The ORIA, a steamship built of iron in 1862, offers a solid dive for those who appreciate a bit of history. She went down in 1905 after a collision, settling upright at 19 metres. What you'll find today is a well-broken wreck, but her single boiler and engine are still recognisable, often acting as a magnet for lobsters and conger eels. We've seen some decent nudibranchs here too, tucked into the less exposed sections. It's a dive best suited for experienced wreck enthusiasts, especially given the Northumberland currents.
Typical ORIA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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