Wreck of Lythe - Scottish West Coast

The Lythe is a proper journey back in time, a steam trawler that went down in 1913, and one we always enjoy revisiting. This isn't some pristine, upright ghost ship; she’s broken up, scattered across the seabed, but that’s precisely her charm. We love tracing the distinct lines of her keel, picking out the scattered plates and twisted metal that hint at her former shape. You’ll find her off the Ross of Mull, sitting in around 20 metres, so it’s a good one for advanced open water divers who are comfortable with colder water and a bit of current. Visibility can swing dramatically here, from pea-souper to 10 metres, but even on a murkier day, the wreck feels incredibly atmospheric. Keep an eye out for the resident wrasse darting between the ribs of the hull, and the occasional ling peeking from under a plate. It’s a site that rewards patience and a keen eye, perfect for divers who appreciate history and the quiet colonisation of the seabed.

Location
Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
56.944344, -6.144448
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Eigg - Laig to Kildonnan

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Marine Life in Scottish West Coast

Home to 127 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 sharks & rays, 8 other, 7 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species