VEDRA - Northumberland & Northeast

The Vedra sits shallow, just off the Northumberland coast, making it a good pick for a longer dive or even a snorkel on a calm day. Built in Sunderland back in 1893, this tanker met its end in 1914. Now, its remains are scattered across the seabed, a mix of plating and structural elements. We like tracing the outline of the vessel, picturing its original scale, with schools of small fish darting between the frames. It’s a site that rewards patience, letting you poke around for crabs tucked into crevices and anemones clinging to the metal.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.002920, -3.178333
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
2m

Marine Protected Area: South Walney and Piel Channel Flats

Nearby Dive Sites in Northumberland & Northeast

Nearest Dive Centres to VEDRA

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