QUEEN OF THE ISLES (PROBABLY) - Northumberland & Northeast

There’s an endearing ‘(probably)’ attached to the Queen of the Isles, and we love that. It sums up the adventurous spirit of diving these North Sea wrecks. You descend onto a low-lying iron hull, scattered but still very much a ship. Built in 1853, this was originally a paddle steamer before a conversion to twin screws, and you can sense that history down there. We enjoy picking out the ribs of the hull, the way they create miniature canyons for crabs and lobsters. Visibility can be a typical North Sea mix, from sparkling clear to a green soup, but when it’s good, the detail on the ironwork really stands out. Keep an eye on the sand around the wreck for flatfish, and don't forget to shine your torch into the darker crevices where ling and conger eels often lurk. It’s a great dive for anyone who appreciates a bit of maritime archaeology, not just marine life, and it offers a genuine connection to the region's past.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.267967, -4.143317
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
19m

Marine Protected Area: Laxey Bay

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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.

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