Bishopston Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bishopston Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 7.54 N,0 57.59 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.125667
  • Longitude: -0.959833
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BISHOPSTON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2513
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 4, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source other
Surveying Details H8203/19 WK 30M S BY E FROM ST CATHERINE'S POINT IN 500730N, 005730W. (BMVS). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 16.6.07 DOES NOT EXIST. RECORD CANCELLED. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 2007). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1916 BY CLYDE SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO LTD, PORT GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SWANSEA STEAMERS LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 251NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY THE BUILDERS. PASSAGE LE HAVRE FOR PORTSMOUTH IN BALLAST. TORPEDOED BY UC-16.

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FAQ

Where is the BISHOPSTON wreck located?

The BISHOPSTON wreck is located at coordinates 50 7.54 N,0 57.59 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BISHOPSTON?

The seabed around the BISHOPSTON lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the BISHOPSTON sink?

The BISHOPSTON sank on Sep 4, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BISHOPSTON discovered?

The wreck of the BISHOPSTON was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BISHOPSTON belong to?

The BISHOPSTON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BISHOPSTON?

The BISHOPSTON had a tonnage of 2513 tons.

What type of wreck is the BISHOPSTON?

The BISHOPSTON is classified as a steam ship.

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