

Best for beginner divers, 2-20m, shore entry, mild current.
St Mary's Lighthouse offers a varied underwater environment featuring reef, wreck, and kelp forest topography. Located 170 metres from the shore, this site is accessible via a shore entry and is suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers can expect depths ranging from 2 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility can fluctuate between 5 and 15 metres, and low visibility is a noted hazard. Water temperatures range from 7C in the winter to 14C in September. Typical dives last approximately 40 minutes. Parking facilities are available for visitors at this location.
55.07173, -1.44800
The lighthouse is reached between the tides via a short causeway.
Reached between the tides via a short causeway.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-14°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners.
The depth ranges from 2 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
This is a shore entry site located 170 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
The primary hazard at this site is low visibility.
Diving at St Mary's Lighthouse in Whitley Bay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at St Mary's Lighthouse in Whitley Bay. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 14°C.
St Mary's Lighthouse in Whitley Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at St Mary's Lighthouse in Whitley Bay typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.