Wreck of Quartus

Protected Area

Borgue Coast

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 Quartus 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

Now, the Quartus. She’s not one for the fair-weather diver, but if you’re up for a proper British wreck dive, she delivers. We usually pick a day with a decent southerly wind, which tends to flatten the sea a bit here, making the ride out more pleasant. Dropping down onto her, you’ll find the wreck spread out, often with a decent amount of current tugging at you, but that just adds to the adventure. Her bow is usually the most intact section, a great spot to peer into for the resident wrasse or the odd conger eel. Further along, the cargo holds are open, a fantastic place to spot schools of coalfish darting through the shadows, and we’ve even seen the occasional inquisitive seal pop its head in there. The stern section is more broken up, but it’s where we’ve found some of the biggest lobsters – just tucked under a crumpled plate of steel. It’s a dive that rewards slow exploration and a keen eye, perfect for those who appreciate history and the tough, resilient life of the North Sea.