Admiral Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Admiral Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 26.549 N,3 5.547 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.442483
  • Longitude: -3.092450
Water Depth -2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ADMIRAL
Tonnage 744
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1863
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2001

Surveying Details

26.1.1863 LYING ON HER STARBOARD BILGE WITH HEAD TO NORTHWARD. REMOVED BY MDHB WITH THE AID OF POWDER BETWEEN 26.1.1863 AND 18.3.1863. DEPTH 1FT ABOVE LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500/10.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK IN ROCK CHANNEL AT 3.00 AM. POSN W BY N 1/2 N 2 CABLES FROM R5 BLACK BUOY.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 26.549 N,3 5.547 W
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FAQ

Where is the ADMIRAL wreck located?

The ADMIRAL wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.549 N,3 5.547 W.

When was the wreck of the ADMIRAL discovered?

The wreck of the ADMIRAL was discovered in 1863.

What cargo was the ADMIRAL carrying?

The ADMIRAL was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ADMIRAL?

The ADMIRAL had a tonnage of 744 tons.

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