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Countess of Erne, Portland
Harbour
History: In its prime the Countess of
Erne was a paddle steamer, but was used in later life as a coal
hulk in Portland harbour. It sank in 1935 after its moorings
broke lose. The site is within the shelter of the harbour,
parallel to the northeast wall next to the white lighthouse.

Scuba Diving: There is usually a fixed shot marking the
stern which is the north end of the wreck. The wreckage lies
upright and is still intact, although much of the superstructure
has gone. The visibility can be really bad because of the its
location inside silty Portland Harbour. There is some fish life
however, and a few holes in the wreck to inspect. It lies
upright on the sea floor and some of the holds could be entered
if the visibility remains good
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