PEGU (POSSIBLY) - Northumberland & Northeast

The Pegu is a proper old girl, scattered across the seabed at 16 metres, and while it's officially classified as 'dangerous,' we find that just adds to the intrigue. We’re talking about the remains of a steel cargo ship, sunk way back in 1917 after hitting a mine, and time has certainly done its work. The bow section is the real draw here, standing proud enough to feel like you're diving a proper wreck, not just a debris field. You'll find yourself navigating through chunks of twisted metal, plates, and beams, all now heavily encrusted with plumose anemones that shimmer white in your torch beam. Look closer and you'll spot wrasse darting through the gaps, small crabs scuttling over the rust, and often a grumpy-looking ling tucked away in a shadowed corner. It's a fantastic dive for those who enjoy exploring history, piecing together a story from the scattered remains, and it’s shallow enough for extended bottom times to really take it all in. We love it when the visibility is decent, maybe 5-8 metres, as the wreck feels more dramatic, looming out of the gloom.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

53.526356, -3.124671

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

16m

Marine Protected Area: Ravenmeols Hills