Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101641 - Northumberland & Northeast

Northumberland’s coast holds more than a few secrets, and the Canmore 101641 wreck is one we really enjoy. It’s not about huge coral formations here, that’s for sure. Instead, you get this fantastic skeletal structure, the ribs of a past vessel, silhouetted against the often moody green light of the North Sea. We love picking our way through the broken hull sections, imagining the ship’s final moments. It's a dive that speaks to history, to the raw power of the ocean, and to the resilience of nature. The wreck has become a busy apartment block for local marine life. You’ll find squat lobsters tucked into every crevice, their little antennae waving, and plump velvet swimming crabs scuttling over the metal plates. We've often spotted dogfish cruising the periphery, sleek and curious, or a gurnard stirring up the sand nearby. If the visibility is playing ball, which can be hit or miss up here, the way the light catches the kelp draped over the beams is quite something. It's a dive for those who appreciate the quiet drama of a historical site and aren't afraid of a bit of chill. Bring a good torch and take your time; there’s always something new to spot amongst the rust.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

54.977550, -5.035093

Type

wreck

Marine Protected Area: Corsewall Point to Milleur Point