Wreck of Jane And Elizabeth

Protected Area

Auchencairn and Orchardton Bays

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 Jane And Elizabeth 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

Okay, let's talk about the Jane and Elizabeth. We'll be honest, the North Sea can be a bit of a lottery, but when it pays off, it really pays off. This wreck, lying off the Northumberland coast, is one of those times. Drop down and you're immediately struck by the sheer scale of the thing – a proper ship, not just a pile of scattered debris. It's a fantastic rummage dive, perfect for those who like to explore rather than just drift past. We love poking around the intact sections, imagining the ship in her working days. Look closely, and you’ll spot plumose anemones clinging to every surface, their white tentacles swaying gently in the surge, and the odd wolf fish peering out from a dark crevice. Visibility can be hit or miss, but even on a murkier day, the wreck itself provides a captivating structure to navigate by. Our tip? Go at slack tide; the currents here can be robust, making for a much more relaxed exploration. It’s a dive that rewards patience and a good torch, revealing its secrets in pockets of light.