ROBERT SEYMOUR
Protected Area
Hilbre Islands
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - ROBERT SEYMOUR offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The Robert Seymour, a wooden sailing vessel that met its end in 1881, rests in very shallow water off the Northumberland coast. It’s a site for the curious, a relic rather than a deep wreck dive, accessible at depths of just 2 meters. We find the exposed timbers, broken and scattered, are now home to crabs scuttling amongst the frames and small fish darting through the gaps. It's a dive that speaks to history, a quick look at a bygone era, best appreciated on a calm day when the surge isn't kicking up the sand.
Typical ROBERT SEYMOUR Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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