ROSE OF SHARON (PD 383)

Protected Area

Abbey Burn Foot to Balcary Point

Why dive here

With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - ROSE OF SHARON (PD 383) offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeDolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Orcas · 118+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive · max 12m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The Rose of Sharon, a fishing vessel that went down in 1970 after hitting something submerged, sits at a very manageable 12 metres. She’s a good little dive if you’re looking for a wreck that isn’t too deep or demanding, making it accessible for newer wreck divers or those just wanting a relaxed bimble. What’s left of her structure has become home to plenty of local critters – think plump crabs tucked into crevices and various colourful anenomes coating the metalwork. We’ve found the bow section particularly interesting, often covered in dense kelp and providing good shelter for small fish. It's a proper example of how the North Sea reclaims its own.