TALISMAN (POSSIBLY)
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 - TALISMAN (POSSIBLY) offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
Dropping onto the Talisman, or what we believe to be her, at 47 metres off the Scottish East Coast is a proper technical dive. The wreck, a steamship sunk back in 1917, lies upright but broken, with the stern section still relatively intact. You’ll find the single boiler and triple-expansion engine a good focus point, covered in the usual cold-water suspects: dead man's fingers, plumose anemones, and a scattering of various crabs. Visibility can be a bit of a gamble here, often requiring a good light to appreciate the remaining structure, but it’s a rewarding dive for those comfortable with deeper, darker conditions. We'd suggest checking local tides for the slacker current window.
Typical TALISMAN (POSSIBLY) 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 47m 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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Sunderland Scuba Centre
The Diving Centre Ltd
Aquanorth
Scuba-Life
Aqua Purists
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