Wreck of Sir William Maxwell - Northumberland & Northeast

We’ve always had a soft spot for the Sir William Maxwell. It’s a proper wreck dive, sitting upright and mostly intact on a flat seabed. Dropping down, you hit the bow first, often seeing a few inquisitive seals darting in and out of the superstructure. The stern has started to break up a bit, but the midsection is where it really comes alive; we love nosing into the hold where conger eels have set up shop, their heads poking out from the gloom. Look closely at the decking and you'll spot nudibranchs clinging to the metal, and the occasional anglerfish lurking in the shadows, perfectly camouflaged. It’s a fantastic site for divers who appreciate a good historical wreck and enjoy a bit of penetration without anything too technical. Just watch the surge if there's a northerly blowing; it can make for a lively surface swim.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.968754, -5.034584
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Corsewall Point to Milleur Point

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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