Wreck of Richard Brown

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 Richard Brown 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

When we talk about diving in the UK, the Wreck of Richard Brown often gets a nod, and for good reason. She’s a coaster, sitting upright on a sandy bottom, broken but still very much a ship. We love a wreck with character, and the Richard Brown delivers, even on a day when the North Sea decides to be a bit grumpy. You’ll drop down onto the stern first, usually, and that’s where the fun really begins. The holds are still open, tempting you into their shadowy depths, though we’d always suggest a good light, even on a bright day. Shoals of saithe dart through the superstructure, and if you take your time, you’ll spot colourful anemones clinging to every available surface. It’s a proper historical dive, the kind where you can almost hear the echoes of her working life. For us, it’s one of the more satisfying penetrations in the area, offering just enough to explore without feeling overwhelming. Just keep an eye on the current; it can pick up quickly here.