Amaryllis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Amaryllis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 3.02 N,7 15.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.050333
  • Longitude: -7.250833
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMARYLLIS
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 16.2 m
Tonnage 24
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 11, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source other
Surveying Details 18.5.92 18.5.92 SANK APPROX 10 MILES E OF HELVICK. (FISHING NEWS, 15.5.92). POSN 520300N, 071500W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA YET. 20.10.09 20.10.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF IRELAND SURVEY CV07_02 DTD SEP-OCT 2007). AMEND DEAD. NCA. RSDRA2025000172752 15.04.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2024. (IRISH MARINE INSTITUTE, DTD 31.7.24). NFA.
Last Amended Date Apr 15, 2025

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK WHEN GEAR BECAME FOULED, PROBABLY EITHER ON ROCKS OR A WRECK. TOOK AN HOUR TO SINK. CREW WERE RESCUED FROM LIFERAFT ABOUT 10 MILES E OF HELVICK. (FISHING NEWS).

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FAQ

Where is the AMARYLLIS wreck located?

The AMARYLLIS wreck is located at coordinates 52 3.02 N,7 15.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMARYLLIS?

The seabed around the AMARYLLIS lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the AMARYLLIS sink?

The AMARYLLIS sank on May 11, 1992.

When was the wreck of the AMARYLLIS discovered?

The wreck of the AMARYLLIS was discovered in 1992.

What country did the AMARYLLIS belong to?

The AMARYLLIS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AMARYLLIS?

The AMARYLLIS had a tonnage of 24 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMARYLLIS?

The AMARYLLIS is classified as a trawler.