U 246
Protected Area
Irish Sea Front
Why dive here
With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - U 246 offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.
Dropping onto the U 246 at 45 metres off the Northumberland coast, you immediately get a sense of its scale. The U-boat lies upright, largely intact despite the mine strike that sent her down in 1945. We often spend our bottom time exploring the conning tower, which still stands proud, and peering into the torpedo tubes forward. Look out for the resident wolf fish that have made the wreck their home, alongside conger eels tucked into the deeper recesses. It’s a dive best suited for experienced cold-water wreck divers comfortable with depth and sometimes challenging visibility.
Typical U 246 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 45m 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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