JONKOPING I (POSSIBLY) - Scottish East Coast & Borders

Okay, let's talk about the *Jonkoping I*. This isn't one for the casual diver. At 49 metres, she’s a deep, dark plunge into history, sitting upright and remarkably intact considering her fate. We love the sheer scale of her, a proper steamship with a story etched into every plate. Dropping down, the bow comes into view first, often shrouded in a green twilight. You’ll feel the chill of the North Sea even through a drysuit. The torpedo damage is still clear, a jagged tear along her side, and we always spend time exploring the engine room – the triple expansion engine is a massive, silent beast. What truly sets the *Jonkoping* apart are the sheer numbers of conger eels; they peek out from every pipe and crevice, sometimes so many you can practically trip over them. Ling and cod lurk in the deeper shadows too. It’s a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts, a deep technical challenge rewarded with a tangible link to a wartime past. Dive this on a slack tide, and keep an eye on your bottom time; that depth eats air.

Location

Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

55.025215, -1.269550

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

49m

Marine Protected Area: Tynemouth to Seaton Sluice