TOPAZ - Northumberland & Northeast

The Topaz wreck, an old steamship that went down back in 1891, sits upright at 17m in the North Sea. It’s a proper piece of history down there. You'll find it fairly broken up but still recognisable, with the stern section often revealing the most detail, including parts of the engine. The structure provides great shelter for everything from nudibranchs to larger schooling fish like pollock and coalfish. It’s a straightforward dive, good for divers comfortable with UK waters looking to explore a classic turn-of-the-century steamer. Just keep an eye on the tides for the best visibility.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
53.870150, -6.176200
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
17m

Marine Protected Area: Carlingford Lough Islands

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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