PT1 OR PT2 - Northumberland & Northeast

PT1 or PT2, we’re never quite sure which one we’re on, but frankly, who cares? These twin tugs off the Northumberland coast are a fantastic deep dive. Dropping down, you’ll often find yourself in a greenish gloom, but once the wreck materialises, it’s a proper eye-opener. The tugs lie upright and mostly intact, offering a surprisingly cohesive structure to explore. We love drifting along the deck, picking out details like the winch gear and the remains of the wheelhouse. The real draw here, though, is the sheer density of life. The metalwork is carpeted in plumose anemones, their frilly white tentacles waving in the slight current. Look closer and you’ll spot velvet swimming crabs scuttling amongst the growth, and conger eels peering from every dark recess. It’s a site for experienced cold-water divers comfortable with depths around 45m and low visibility. Pick a slack tide, ideally a neap, and you’ll have the best chance to truly appreciate these wartime relics.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.916668, -4.533333
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
45m

Marine Protected Area: Langness

Nearby Dive Sites in Northumberland & Northeast

Nearest Dive Centres to PT1 OR PT2

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