JOLLY GIRLS (POSSIBLY) - Scottish East Coast & Borders

There’s a reason we love diving the Jolly Girls, despite the rather… speculative name. This isn’t some pristine wreck sitting upright in calm water, but a proper Scottish East Coast dive. She's broken, quite scattered really, but that's precisely her charm. You're not just observing; you're exploring the history. We find the engine room particularly atmospheric, even if it does require a bit of careful finning to navigate. The wreck, a motor vessel sunk in 1940, now hosts a surprising amount of life. Ling often peek out from shadowy corners, and we’ve seen some decent-sized crabs scuttling around the plates. The visibility here can be… challenging, let's say, so pick your day. Slack water is key; otherwise, you'll be fighting the current more than enjoying the dive. When it's good, though, poking around the crumpled metal and picturing her as she once was, it’s a real connection to the past. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and don't mind a bit of a rummage.

Location
Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.007282, -1.375633
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
21m

Marine Protected Area: Tynemouth to Seaton Sluice

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Marine Life in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Home to 126 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 12 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 10 sharks & rays, 9 crabs & lobsters, 8 other.

Notable Species