Bedale Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bedale Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 43.52 N,7 2.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.725333
  • Longitude: -7.034167
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEDALE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 85 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 6.9
Tonnage 2116
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 6, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Apr 15, 2025

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 25M SE BY S FROM MINE HEAD IN 514330N, 070200W, APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). INS AS WK (OLD SYMBOL). BR STD. AMENDED TO NDWPA. BA 2049. DELETED FROM OTHER SCALES. H0109/45 9.4.45 H0109/45 9.4.45 W APPS LIST WAGO 524, AUBD 319/68 SONAR CONTACT IN 514539N, 070200W. LENGTH 300FT, BREADTH 66FT, HT 40FT. 13.3.78 13.3.78 INS AS WK USCPA 50MTRS. NC 2049. H1933/79 13.4.81 H1933/79 13.4.81 NOT FOUND DURING DCS3 & MAGNETOMETER SEARCH. (HMS FOX, HI 51B/79). DELETE. BR STD. RSDRA2025000172752 15.04.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2024. (IRISH MARINE INSTITUTE, DTD 31.7.24). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY THE NORTH OF IRELAND SHIPBUILDING CO, LONDONDERRY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FURNESS, WITHY & CO, LIVERPOOL. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 206 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR BEREHAVEN. TORPEDOED BY U-96. 3 MEN LOST. (WW1SL& SII).

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FAQ

Where is the BEDALE wreck located?

The BEDALE wreck is located at coordinates 51 43.52 N,7 2.05 W.

How deep is the BEDALE and where exactly is it located?

The BEDALE lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 51 43.52 N,7 2.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BEDALE?

The seabed around the BEDALE lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the BEDALE sink?

The BEDALE sank on Oct 6, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BEDALE discovered?

The wreck of the BEDALE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BEDALE belong to?

The BEDALE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BEDALE carrying?

The BEDALE was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BEDALE?

The BEDALE had a tonnage of 2116 tons.

What type of wreck is the BEDALE?

The BEDALE is classified as a steam ship.

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