Slieve Bloom - Northumberland & Northeast

The Slieve Bloom, a steamship that went down after a collision in 1918, sits upright in 52 metres of water off the Northumberland coast. It’s a serious dive, definitely one for experienced technical divers comfortable with depths and potentially limited visibility. The wreck is surprisingly intact, considering its age, and you can still make out the general cargo holds and the outline of her superstructure. We often spot conger eels tucked into the darker recesses, and crabs clamber over the plating. While it’s not a vibrant reef, the sheer scale and history of the Slieve Bloom make for a compelling exploration.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.373917, -4.870633
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
52m

Marine Protected Area: Holyhead Mountain

Nearby Dive Sites in Northumberland & Northeast

Nearest Dive Centres to Slieve Bloom

Marine Life in Northumberland & Northeast

Home to 132 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 11 sharks & rays, 10 other, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species