VALERIA - Northumberland & Northeast

The Valeria is a wreck that really gets under your skin, a proper slice of maritime history lying just off the Northumberland coast. We love that it’s right there, sitting shallow enough that you can properly soak it all in. You’ll find the remains of this huge liner, torpedoed in 1918, spread out across the seabed. Think massive boiler sections, twisted hull plates, and engine parts, all forming this incredible artificial reef. It’s an ideal spot for a longer dive, giving you plenty of time to explore the different debris fields. Look for the big anchor chains, they’re still mostly intact and are fantastic for photography. We’ve had some cracking dives here when the visibility picks up, often seeing a decent congregation of wrasse and pollock darting through the structure. Keep an eye out for the odd ling hiding in deeper crevices too. It’s a site that rewards repeat visits, always revealing something new, especially around the edges of the wreckage where the seabed starts to reclaim it. We’d suggest hitting it on a neap tide for the most relaxed exploration.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

53.543575, -3.194663

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

1m

Marine Protected Area: Ravenmeols Hills