The Hampshire & Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology (HWTMA) have developed a pioneering initiative to increase awareness of and access to our submerged maritime heritage. Since 2000 they have been involved with the creation of Dive Trails that encourage responsible divers to visit shipwreck sites which may otherwise be restricted or difficult to interpret.

They also aim to educate divers about the important features of the sites, the story of the ship and its loss, the marine life which has colonised the wreck and what archaeologists can learn from the remains.

Divers follow numbered markers on the seabed using a booklet for guidance. The booklets also highlight the important features on the trails helping divers to identify key areas. Video footage has also been shot and is used to brief divers before they board the boat.
 
For more details either visit the HWTMA’s website; www.hwtma.org.uk or email; diving@hwtma.org.uk

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