Wreck of Jane Mcmillan - Northumberland & Northeast

The Jane McMillan is pure British wreck diving: moody, atmospheric, and full of character. We’re talking proper history here, not just a pile of metal. She went down in 1883, carrying coal, and now sits broken but largely intact on the seabed. It’s the kind of dive where you feel the weight of time as you glide over her decking, spotting the huge anchor chain snaking away into the gloom. Our favourite part is poking around the bow section, often home to a grumpy wolf fish or two tucked into the broken plates. The superstructure offers plenty of swim-throughs, not tight squeezes, but proper penetrations that give you a sense of being inside the wreck, rather than just on it. Visibility can be a bit of a lottery, but even on an average day, the sheer scale of the McMillan is impressive. It’s a dive that suits experienced cold-water wreck enthusiasts who appreciate a bit of a challenge and a lot of history. Look out for the resident ling that often lurk in the deeper sections, they’re surprisingly curious.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

54.770100, -4.096132

Type

wreck

Marine Protected Area: Torrs to Mason's Walk