JAMES HARRIS (POSSIBLY)

Protected Area

Farne Islands

Why dive here

With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - JAMES HARRIS (POSSIBLY) offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeDolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Orcas · 112+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive · max 54m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The JAMES HARRIS, possibly, sits deep off the Scottish East Coast, a proper challenge for experienced wreck divers. We’re talking 54 metres, so this isn't a casual dip; bring your trimix and your A-game. What we love about her is the eerie silence down there, broken only by your own bubbles, as you descend onto a piece of 1914 maritime history. She went down after a collision, en route from the Tees to Grangemouth, and now she just… rests. Exploring the JAMES HARRIS is a dive into a time capsule. Visibility can be hit or miss, but on a good day, the superstructure looms out of the gloom, draped in plumose anemones. Look for squat lobsters tucked into every crevice and the occasional ling slinking past. We'd suggest aiming for slack water, obviously, but also try to time your dive for a sunny day if you can, as the extra ambient light, even at depth, makes a surprising difference to the mood of the place. She’s a dark, cold dive, but incredibly rewarding for those who make the effort. It’s a proper wreck, one that demands respect and offers a tangible connection to the past.