Wreck of Lady Louisa Kerr

Protected Area

Port Logan

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 Lady Louisa Kerr 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 Lady Louisa Kerr isn’t a warm water wreck, not by a long shot, but what she lacks in tropical colour, she makes up for in atmosphere. We always find ourselves drawn to wrecks with a story, and this one, lost in 1886 with all hands, certainly has that. Dropping down, you’ll start to pick out the distinct lines of a sailing ship, slowly being claimed by the North Sea. It’s pretty broken up, but you can still trace the hull and deck, often finding a surprising amount of detail despite the age. This isn’t about huge pelagics; it’s about the smaller, resilient life that thrives in these northern waters. We love slowly finning along the ribs, spotting schools of pollock darting in and out, or the flash of a large ling retreating into a darker crevice. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs, often brighter than you’d expect against the rusted steel. Our favourite approach is to take it slow, letting your eyes adjust to the low light, and really soak in the quiet history of the place. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the narrative behind a wreck, and the tenacity of life in a challenging environment.