Wreck of Mary B Mitchell

Protected Area

Shoulder o' Craig

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 Mary B Mitchell 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 Mary B Mitchell isn't your typical tropical wreck, but that's precisely why we love it. Diving off the Northumberland coast means embracing a different kind of beauty, a rugged charm that really gets under your skin. This old sailing smack, gone down sometime in the late 19th century, sits upright and largely intact, a real treat for anyone with a bit of a history bug. When you drop down, the first thing you notice is the gloom, a soft, emerald light filtering through the North Sea. Your torch beam cuts through, revealing the distinct outline of the hull, the frames, and even a mast lying across the deck. We’ve always found the hold particularly compelling, often full of squat lobsters clinging to the shadowy corners. Watch for wrasse darting between the timbers and the occasional inquisitive grey seal making a fly-by. It's a dive that rewards slow exploration, taking your time to appreciate the structure and the way the sea has reclaimed it. This is a cold water adventure, so come prepared with your drysuit. It suits divers comfortable in lower visibility and with a keen eye for detail.