Wreck of Eleanor

Protected Area

Torrs Warren - Luce Sands

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 Eleanor 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 Eleanor off the Northumberland coast is one of those sites that just has character, and for us, that’s what diving is all about. This isn't some pristine, intact vessel, but a proper working wreck, scattered and broken, a testament to the North Sea’s power. We love how the metalwork, twisted and corroded, forms gulleys and overhangs where life thrives. You’ll find squat lobsters tucked into every crevice, wolf fish peeking out from under plating, and dead man’s fingers coating the bulkheads in vibrant oranges and purples. It’s an ideal dive for those who enjoy exploring rather than just observing, feeling the history of a ship that fought the elements and lost. We’d suggest a dive during slack water, if you can time it, as the currents here can be a bit frisky, making it harder to poke around inside the deeper sections. Keep an eye out for the resident conger eels, they’re often surprisingly bold. The visibility can vary quite a bit, but even on a murkier day, the sheer density of life in and around the wreck makes it worthwhile.