SKERRIES
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Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SKERRIES offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
The Skerries wreck, a steamship that went down in 1916, sits at a substantial 53 metres, making it a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts. This 112-metre vessel offers a big canvas for exploration. We’ve found the stern section particularly intact, with much of the deck machinery still recognisable, encrusted now by anemones and dead man's fingers. Large cod and pollock often patrol the deeper sections, and you’ll want to keep an eye out for curious wolf fish tucked into crevices. It's a proper deep wreck, and we’d suggest good low-light skills are a must, along with solid bottom time planning.
Typical SKERRIES Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 53m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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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