Wreck of Nancy And Jenny - Northumberland & Northeast

The Nancy And Jenny is one of our favourites up north, a proper piece of history resting off the Northumberland coast. We’re talking a steam trawler, sunk back in 1914, so it’s been down there a while and the sea has really started to reclaim it. When you drop down, you’ll find the wreck largely intact, lying on its side. It’s not just a pile of metal; you can still make out the superstructure, the boiler, even bits of the engine. Our pick for exploration is definitely the stern, where you often find conger eels tucked into the dark spaces. The wreck itself is covered in dead man’s fingers and plumose anemones, creating these bright white and orange patches against the rust, even on a gloomy day. Visibility here can be a bit variable, but when it’s good, the light catching those anemones is a sight. It’s a dive that suits those with a bit of wreck experience, as currents can pick up, but it’s well worth the effort for a glimpse into the past and some surprisingly vibrant reef life.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.764870, -4.086524
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Torrs to Mason's Walk

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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