Wreck of Wind Of Lorne - Northumberland & Northeast

The Wind Of Lorne sits in Northumberland, a solid UK wreck dive that always delivers a good time, especially when the conditions are playing ball. We love this site because it feels like a proper exploration, often with a bit of a current to keep you on your toes – definitely one for the experienced diver, not your first wreck. Dropping down, the first thing you notice is the sheer scale of the ship. It’s well broken, but the bow and stern sections are distinct, and you can spend a fair bit of time poking around the engine room, which is often our favourite part. The wreck acts as a huge artificial reef, and the amount of life that calls it home is impressive. Big shoals of pollack often swirl around the superstructure, and if you take your time, you’ll spot resident lobsters tucked into every crevice, alongside colourful anemones clinging to the metalwork. Visibility can vary wildly, as with most UK diving, but on a good day, when the sun penetrates the green water, the wreck truly comes alive. We always suggest aiming for slack water, preferably on a neap tide, to really make the most of the exploration. It’s a rewarding dive that showcases the resilience of marine life and the enduring history beneath the waves.

Location

Northumberland & Northeast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

54.755480, -5.006102

Type

wreck

Marine Protected Area: Grennan Bay