Askling Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Askling Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 53.535 N,0 54.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.892250
  • Longitude: 0.915000
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASKLING
Type cabin cruiser
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 22, 1969
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2016

Surveying Details

17.9.69 REPD SUNK 2-3M SW OF DUNGENESS PT & 1.5M OFF GALLOWAYS. DEPTH ON CHART ABOUT 5FMS. (LLOYDS 197/346). NCA. POSN 505330N, 005500E [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. H4959/73 9.4.75 NOT FOUND DURING NORMAL SOUNDING BY E/S TYPE 772. NO CLOSE SEARCH. GENERAL DEPTH 8.5 MTRS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 55/74). NCA. SEP 2015/000083464 13.2.16 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (HI 1475, GARDLINE GEOSURVEY). AMEND DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the ASKLING wreck located?

The ASKLING wreck is located at coordinates 50 53.535 N,0 54.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ASKLING?

The seabed around the ASKLING lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the ASKLING sink?

The ASKLING sank on Aug 22, 1969.

When was the wreck of the ASKLING discovered?

The wreck of the ASKLING was discovered in 1969.

What type of wreck is the ASKLING?

The ASKLING is classified as a cabin cruiser.

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