Bestwood (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bestwood (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 56.707 N,5 40.945 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.945117
  • Longitude: -5.682417
Wreck Depth 92 m
Water Depth 102 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY)
Type collier
Flag GB
Length 85.3 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 5.5
Sonar Length 78
Sonar Width 13
Shadow Height 8.9
Orientation 120
Tonnage 2248
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 29, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Surveying Details H4467/81 10.6.83 H4467/81 10.6.83 WK LOCATED IN 515641N, 054053W [OGB]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 92.8MTRS. (HMS BULLDOG, HN 29.5.83). INS AS WK 92MTRS BR STD. H4467/81 29.6.83 H4467/81 29.6.83 EXAM'D 21.4.83 IN 515641N, 054053W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 92.8 IN GEN DEPTH 102MTRS. NO SCOUR. HYDROSEARCH - VERTICAL HT 8.9MTRS; LENGTH 78MTRS; BEAM 13MTRS. LYING 120/300 DEGS, BOWS NW, ON UNDULATING SANDY BOTTOM. WELL DEFINED. GIVES GOOD SONAR RETURN FROM SW. LARGE HOLD AMIDSHIPS. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 70(H)). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 10, 2001

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WHICH TOOK PLACE ABOUT 12 MILES NW OF S. BISHOP LT. WAS ON PASSAGE CARDIFF TO LOCH EWE.

General Comments

WELL DEFINED, LARGE HOLD AMIDSHIPS

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 56.707 N,5 40.945 W
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FAQ

Where is the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 56.707 N,5 40.945 W.

How deep is the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 92 meters and is located at coordinates 51 56.707 N,5 40.945 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 102 meters deep.

When did the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) sink?

The BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) sank on May 29, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY)?

The BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2248 tons.

What type of wreck is the BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY)?

The BESTWOOD (POSSIBLY) is classified as a collier.

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