GORAH LASS
Protected Area
Godrevy - Portreath
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - GORAH LASS offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Gorah Lass might be a small wreck, but we love it for its character and the eerie calm it holds. This 11.9-metre fishing vessel sank unexpectedly in 1997, taking its crew with it, and that history still hangs in the water around it. Lying upright at 21 metres, she's surprisingly intact, with the wheelhouse a particular draw for a careful peek. You can peer into the main hold, imagining the catch that never made it to shore. What we really enjoy here is the resident life. Conger eels often peek from crevices, their heads thick as your arm. Look for velvet swimming crabs scuttling over the plating, their eyes like rubies in the torchlight. The small size makes it manageable for a relaxed exploration, perfect for divers who appreciate a quiet, reflective wreck dive rather than a sprawling metal behemoth. Best dived on a slack tide, the visibility can surprise you, offering clear views of the deck from above.
Typical GORAH LASS 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 21m - 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.
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Seaways Diving
Wavecrest Scuba
DiveUK
Dive Newquay
Porthkerris Divers
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for GORAH LASS
GORAH LASS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for GORAH LASS, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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