Wreck of Strathspey - Northumberland & Northeast

The Strathspey, a victim of a mine in 1941, sits upright on the seabed off Northumberland, a real favourite of ours for its sheer scale and the eerie, intact nature of the stern section. Dropping down, you’re greeted by the ghostly silhouette of the propeller and rudder, often swarming with pollack darting through the metalwork. We love navigating the cavernous holds, keeping an eye out for lobsters tucked into every crevice, while dogfish often hunker down in the sand around the perimeter. The visibility here can be a bit of a lottery, as it often is in the North Sea, but on a good day, exploring the exposed bow section, with its collapsed forecastle, feels like stepping back in time. For divers who appreciate history and don’t mind a bit of a chill, this wreck offers a genuinely atmospheric dive, especially if you catch it when the light filters down through the green water. It's a proper adventure, best tackled with some drysuit experience and a good torch.

Location
Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.905704, -5.179973
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Salt Pans Bay

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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