Wreck of Anne

Protected Area

Solway Firth

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 Anne 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

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The Wreck of Anne, off Northumberland, is a proper North Sea adventure, not one for the faint of heart or the summer diver. This isn't a sunny drift, but a deep, atmospheric dive where the conditions really dictate your experience. We love it when there's a bit of swell on the surface, making the descent feel even more like you're entering a different world. The wreck itself is pretty broken up, scattered across the seabed, but that’s precisely its charm. It feels more like an archaeological site than a neat, intact vessel. You’ll find big chunks of metal, twisted plates, and beams that have become artificial reefs. Our favourite is exploring the nooks and crannies where the light barely penetrates, perfect for spotting conger eels coiled up in the gloom. Lobsters are everywhere, tucked into crevices, and you’ll often see decent-sized cod patrolling the deeper sections. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the history and the sheer resilience of marine life adapting to a man-made structure. Visibility can be hit or miss, typical for the region, but when it’s good, the way the light filters down onto the broken hull is something else. We'd suggest aiming for slack water, always, to make the most of your bottom time here. It’s a genuinely rewarding dive for experienced cold-water wreck enthusiasts.