21m
    Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom
    Godrevy - Portreath

    GORAH LASS

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    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.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded
    Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 21m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    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

    10m20mSafety Stop0m21m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    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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    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)

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    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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