RHYL - Northumberland & Northeast

The Rhyl, a steamship lost in 1900, sits upright at 16 metres, making it a decent introductory wreck for North East diving. We’ve found her superstructure still largely intact, offering swim-throughs into the cargo holds – though watch your buoyancy in there, it’s a siltier environment than you might expect. Expect to share the space with plenty of cod and pollock darting through the ironwork, and sometimes a few lobsters tucked away in the darker corners. It's a solid dive for those looking to experience some local history and get comfortable with wreck penetration, without the strong currents sometimes found further north.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.333332, -4.616667
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
16m

Marine Protected Area: Ynys Mon/Anglesey

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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.

Notable Species