OCEAN
Protected Area
Teesmouth and Cleveland Coast
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - OCEAN offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The Ocean lies off the Scottish East Coast, a steamship that went down in 1917. She’s deep, sitting at 36 metres, so this is one for experienced divers comfortable with colder water and decent bottom times. The wreck itself is a good size, 75 metres long, and while she's a "dangerous wreck" according to the old charts, that mostly means she's broken up and spread out a bit. We've found the triple-expansion engine and a single boiler are still quite distinct, making for interesting navigation through the remains. Expect to see cod, conger eels, and a good scattering of crabs making homes in the twisted metal, all draped in anemones and dead man's fingers. It’s a challenging dive, but rewarding for wreck enthusiasts looking for a piece of history.
Typical OCEAN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (36m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Sunderland Scuba Centre
The Diving Centre Ltd
Aquanorth
Scuba-Life
Aqua Purists
Newcastle University Sub Aqua Society
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