SPRAY
Protected Area
Tynemouth to Seaton Sluice
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SPRAY offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The *Spray* lies deep, 46 metres down off the Tyne Pier, a merchant vessel sunk by a mine back in 1917. She’s largely intact for her age, offering decent penetration opportunities for properly trained wreck divers, especially around the holds and engine room. We often find conger eels tucked into the dark recesses, and the decks are home to plenty of wrasse and squat lobsters. It's a proper British wreck dive: dim light, often chilly, but rewarding for those who appreciate maritime history and the creatures that have made it their home.
Typical SPRAY Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 46m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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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Aquanorth
Northumbria Scuba Divers
The Diving Centre Ltd
Scuba-Life
Sunderland Scuba Centre
Aqua Purists
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