SHANNON
Protected Area
Ravenmeols Hills
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SHANNON offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The Shannon, an iron-built steamship from 1846, sits in a shallow 12 metres off the Northumberland coast. It’s a site we always enjoy, especially for newer wreck divers. While marked as dangerous, its compact size, 26.9m by 4.7m, means it’s not particularly penetrable, but there's plenty to explore externally. You’ll see the single boiler and parts of the engine standing proud, colonised by plumose anemones and dead man’s fingers. Look closely in the nooks and crannies for blennies and small crabs, often tucked into the remains of the hull plating. It’s a great dive for a second tank, a nice easy potter.
Typical SHANNON 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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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