Wreck of Gracehill

Protected Area

Sanda Islands

Why dive here

With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Wreck of Gracehill offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 112+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The Gracehill wreck isn't about tropical colours, it’s about atmosphere and history, a proper Scottish dive. She’s a trawler, sank in 1964, lying pretty intact on a sandy seabed. We love picking our way through her superstructure, imagining the crew on deck, even seeing the steering gear still in place. You'll often find a resident wolf fish tucked into a shadowy corner, and conger eels are everywhere, peeking out from pipes and crevices. The visibility can be surprisingly good on a calm day, especially with a bit of sunshine filtering down, painting the wreck in shifting shades of green and blue. It’s a dive for those who appreciate wrecks with a story, for the explorer who likes to feel a sense of discovery, rather than just ticking off big fish. Take your time, bring a good torch, and prepare for a real dive into the past.