VINGAFJORD - Northumberland & Northeast

The Vingafjord, off the coast of Northumberland, is a proper northern wreck dive, and we mean that in the best possible way. This motor vessel went down in 1973, aground on the McCammon Rocks, and now lies in a very manageable 16 metres. It’s not a deep dive, making for some decent bottom time, and the wreck itself is surprisingly intact in places. We love the way the Vingafjord has become a home for so much local life. You’ll find cod sheltering in her hold, crabs scuttling over corroded plates, and often, a resident wolf-fish peering out from a dark corner – our favourite find here. The visibility can be a bit hit or miss, typical of the region, so pick your day. A slack tide dive is always best, letting you really take your time exploring the stern section and the prop. It’s a site for divers who appreciate the history beneath the waves and the hardy creatures that thrive in colder waters, not for those chasing tropical colours. It’s raw, real, and a genuinely rewarding dive.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.461666, -5.430000
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
16m

Marine Protected Area: Outer Ards

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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