TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART) - Northumberland & Northeast

The Tacoma City’s southern part sits upright, quite spread across the seabed at a shallow 13 metres. She was a big steamship, and even after being torpedoed in 1941, her sheer size means there’s still plenty of structure to explore. We’ve found her often populated by shoals of coalfish darting through the broken plating, and the boilers make a good spot to look for conger eels tucked away. While the visibility can be a bit of a lottery in the Northeast, on a calm day, this part of the Tacoma City makes for an accessible wreck dive, especially for those newer to wreck penetration.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.376183, -2.989117
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
13m

Marine Protected Area: New Ferry

Nearby Dive Sites in Northumberland & Northeast

Nearest Dive Centres to TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical depths for diving in the Tacoma Narrows area?
The provided data is for the TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART) wreck in Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, not the Tacoma Narrows. For the TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART) wreck, the typical depth is 13 meters. Information regarding typical depths for the Tacoma Narrows area is not available in the provided context.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at dive sites in the southern part of Tacoma, like the Narrows?
The data provided describes the TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART) wreck, a steam ship vessel sunk in 1941, located in the United Kingdom. Divers can explore its structure, including three boilers and a triple expansion engine, with dimensions of 121.9m x 16.5m. The provided context does not include information on marine life for this site, nor for the Tacoma Narrows area.
How challenging are the dive sites in the Tacoma Narrows area, and what skill level is recommended?
The provided information pertains to the TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART) wreck in Northumberland & Northeast, which is classified as a "Dangerous wreck" with an intermediate difficulty level. This site is suitable for divers with intermediate skills. We do not have specific data regarding the challenge or recommended skill level for the Tacoma Narrows area.
When is the best time to dive in the Tacoma Narrows area to account for currents and conditions?
The provided data for the TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART) wreck in the United Kingdom does not include information on the best time to dive, currents, or specific conditions. For general guidance on planning your dives, you might find information on when to dive helpful. We cannot provide specific recommendations for the Tacoma Narrows area based on the given context.
What dive certifications are recommended or required for diving in the challenging conditions of the Tacoma Narrows?
The provided data for the TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART) wreck, an intermediate difficulty site in Northumberland & Northeast, does not specify recommended or required dive certifications. As the question refers to the Tacoma Narrows, which is a different location, we cannot provide specific certification advice based on this context.
What are the typical current strengths and visibility conditions divers can expect when diving in the Tacoma Narrows area?
The provided data for the TACOMA CITY (SOUTHERN PART) wreck in the United Kingdom does not contain any information regarding typical current strengths or visibility conditions. Therefore, we cannot provide details on these aspects for this specific wreck or for the Tacoma Narrows area based on the given context.