RIVERDANCE
Protected Area
Wyre Estuary
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - RIVERDANCE offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
Diving the Riverdance is a fascinating peek into a recent maritime drama. This roll-on/roll-off ferry, grounded in 2008, lies completely exposed at low tide, then fully submerged as the water comes in. We’ve found it’s best explored when the visibility is decent, usually on a neap tide, allowing you to trace the collapsed superstructure. Keep an eye out for the resident crabs and lobsters that have claimed the mangled metal as their own; they’re often tucked into surprisingly large crevices. It’s a site that tells a story, perfect for divers who appreciate wrecks with a bit of history you can still almost touch.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Blackpool Area Diving Centre
Fins Scuba
MAD Dive School Ltd
Delph Watersports Centre
Capernwray Diving Centre
Wrecks2Reefs
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