THAMES (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 - THAMES (PROBABLY) offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The Thames (Probably) is a deep one, sitting at 41 metres off the Scottish East Coast. She was a steamship, torpedoed in 1918 by UC 17, and now lies mostly intact, offering some intriguing penetration for properly trained wreck divers. We’ve found her two boilers are a real focal point, covered in plumose anemones, with conger eels often peeking out from behind them. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and the quiet drama of a deep wreck, best tackled on a calm day when the viz holds up. Expect to spend some quality bottom time with the resident wrasse and crabs that have made this old steamer their home.
Typical THAMES (PROBABLY) 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 41m 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
Newcastle University Sub Aqua Society
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