Wreck of Airdrie

Protected Area

Port Logan

Why dive here

With 118+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - Wreck of Airdrie offers some of Northumberland & Northeast's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeDolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Orcas · 118+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive · max 15-30m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The Wreck of Airdrie, off the Northumberland coast, is one of those dives that sticks with you. We’ve been down to her a fair few times now, and she always delivers. Dropping onto the wreck, often in 15-20m of visibility, you’ll find her mostly intact, lying on her side, perfect for exploring. The stern section is our favourite, with huge prop blades still in place, covered in dead man’s fingers and anemones. Look closely around the bow; we’ve spotted huge lobsters tucked away in the shadows, and conger eels often peek out from the deeper sections of the hull. She’s a proper historical wreck, a steamship sunk over a century ago, and you can feel that history as you glide past her corroded plates. The currents here can be a bit frisky, so we always plan our dive for slack water. It makes exploring the interior much more relaxed. For any wreck diver who appreciates history and a chance to truly poke around a decent-sized wreck, the Airdrie is a solid pick. Just remember to bring a good torch; there are some wonderfully atmospheric swim-throughs if you’re comfortable with overhead environments.