Wreck of Martha Grace

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 Martha Grace 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

Northumberland wrecks often feel like a well-kept secret, and the Martha Grace is a prime example. We love how the strong North Sea currents, which can be a real factor here, have stripped away much of the superstructure, leaving the ship’s ribs exposed like a skeletal hand reaching up from the seabed. It’s a proper penetration dive for those with the right training, with engine rooms still intact if you know where to look, but even just finning over the main deck offers plenty to see. Look for the resident wolf fish tucked into crevices, their grumpy faces glaring out, and keep an eye out for nudibranchs, especially the lemon peel variety, adding splashes of colour against the rusted metal. We’d suggest diving this one on a slack tide, otherwise, you'll be working hard, but the reward is a truly atmospheric dive into a piece of maritime history, perfectly suited for advanced divers who appreciate a good wreck.