Benshaw Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Benshaw Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 23.81 N,5 25.18 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.396833
  • Longitude: -5.419667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BENSHAW
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 76.2 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.8
Orientation 90
Tonnage 1724
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 18, 1916
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source other
Surveying Details 23.2.70 23.2.70 WRECKAGE CONSISTS OF SCATTERED PLATES, MASTS, ETC. LYING IN E/W ORIENTATION, BOW TO THE ROCKS. (K BIALOWAS, PORTAFERRY, CO. DOWN LTR, DTD 17.2.70). POSN 542348N, 052506W FOR FILING ONLY. 23.9.13 23.9.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1377). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 23, 2013

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1895 BY J SCOTT & CO, KINGHORN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TOWN LINE (LONDON) LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 189 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BILBAO FOR AYR. STRUCK THE SOUTH ROCKS. (SIBI & K BIALOWAS).

General Comments

ONLY SCATTERED DEBRIS REMAINS

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 23.81 N,5 25.18 W
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FAQ

Where is the BENSHAW wreck located?

The BENSHAW wreck is located at coordinates 54 23.81 N,5 25.18 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BENSHAW?

The seabed around the BENSHAW lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the BENSHAW sink?

The BENSHAW sank on Dec 18, 1916.

When was the wreck of the BENSHAW discovered?

The wreck of the BENSHAW was discovered in 1916.

What country did the BENSHAW belong to?

The BENSHAW belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BENSHAW carrying?

The BENSHAW was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the BENSHAW?

The BENSHAW had a tonnage of 1724 tons.

What type of wreck is the BENSHAW?

The BENSHAW is classified as a steam ship.

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