Wreck of John And Eliza - Northumberland & Northeast

Now, the *John and Eliza*-this is one for the history buffs who don’t mind a bit of a chill. We think it’s a properly atmospheric dive, especially when the visibility is playing ball. You drop down onto a wooden schooner, scattered across the seabed at around 20 metres, and it feels like stepping back into a different era. Our favourite part has to be tracing the line of the keelson, imagining the ship intact, and then poking around the ribs that stick up like skeletal fingers. It’s not a deep dive, making bottom time generous, which we appreciate because there’s a surprising amount to take in. You’ll find squat lobsters tucked into every crevice, and often a decent sized cod or two cruising through the timbers. We've even spotted a wolf fish lurking on occasion. It’s definitely a dive for those who enjoy exploring the structure of a wreck, rather than expecting big pelagics. If you go, try to time it for a slack tide; the currents here can be a bit of a nuisance.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.785810, -4.366347
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Cree Estuary

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Marine Life in Northumberland & Northeast

Home to 132 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 11 sharks & rays, 10 other, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species