Blanche Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Blanche Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 25.932 N,3 13.296 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.432200
  • Longitude: -3.221600
Wreck Depth -1.4 m
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLANCHE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 23.2 m
Width 5.8 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 74
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 7, 1890
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1890
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details [NO DATE] HEIGHT 3FT ABOVE LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 27.3.75 27.3.75 SHOWN AS ST DRIES 1.4MTRS [LAT] IN 532555N, 031313W ON SURVEY [K3500/10]. NCS 1951 & 1978. H2003/86 24.2.87 H2003/86 24.2.87 DISPROVED BY DCS3 SEARCH 6.12.86. NO INDICATION AND BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY BLOWN UP. (MD & HC, HI 323). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 1987

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1873 BY BANKS, PLYMOUTH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J WESTCOTT, PLYMOUTH. PASSAGE RUNCORN FOR PLYMOUTH. DROVE ASHORE ON EAST HOYLE BANK IN NW FORCE 10 WINDS, WENT TO PIECES. ALL 4 CREW LOST. (SIBI)

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FAQ

Where is the BLANCHE wreck located?

The BLANCHE wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.932 N,3 13.296 W.

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

The BLANCHE lies at a depth of about -1.4 meters and is located at coordinates 53 25.932 N,3 13.296 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BLANCHE?

The seabed around the BLANCHE lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the BLANCHE sink?

The BLANCHE sank on Nov 7, 1890.

When was the wreck of the BLANCHE discovered?

The wreck of the BLANCHE was discovered in 1890.

What country did the BLANCHE belong to?

The BLANCHE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BLANCHE carrying?

The BLANCHE was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the BLANCHE?

The BLANCHE had a tonnage of 74 tons.

What type of wreck is the BLANCHE?

The BLANCHE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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