TEAL (PROBABLY)
Protected Area
Durham
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - TEAL (PROBABLY) offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The *Teal*, a steamship built in 1876, found its final resting place off the Scottish East Coast in 1916. Sitting upright at 27m, this 67-metre wreck is well-broken, but still offers plenty to explore. We’ve found the bow and stern sections are often the most intact, with various pieces of machinery, like a large boiler, scattered across the seabed. Expect to see plenty of local wrasse darting between the metalwork, alongside shore crabs making good use of the shadowy nooks. It’s a good dive for those who appreciate maritime history and don’t mind a bit of a current, which can sometimes be a factor here.
Typical TEAL (PROBABLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to TEAL (PROBABLY)
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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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