Boscawen (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Boscawen (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 43.394 N,5 25.547 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.723233
  • Longitude: -5.425783
Wreck Depth 73 m
Water Depth 74 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 85 m
Width 12.4 m
Draught 7.6
Sonar Length 60
Tonnage 1936
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 2014

Surveying Details

2.9.18 M41002 2.9.18 POSN 524600N, 052400W. (BOT W/R 8/156). SANK 23M WNW FROM BARDSEY I. (WW1SL). (MAG VARN 19 DEGS 29MINS W). INS ON 1824A. (DATE AND SYMBOL NOT NOTED). NE 1824A AMEND TO NDWPA. (DATE NOT NOTED). NE 1824A. 24.11.72 24.11.72 AMEND TO USCPA 30FMS. NE 1410. 31.10.78 31.10.78 AMEND TO USCPA 43 FTHMS OR 80 MTRS. H1935/80 8.10.82 H1935/80 8.10.82 EXAM'D 16.7.82 IN 524323N, 052529W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 68 IN GEN DEPTH 74MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 6MTRS, LENGTH APPROX 60MTRS. LYING APPROX N/S AND APPARENTLY QUITE BROKEN UP. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 3). BR STD. 27.1.14 SEP 2014/000004134 27.1.14 LOCATED IN 5243.394N, 0525.547W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 73.1MTRS. (CEFAS MID-ST GEORGE'S CHANNEL SURVEY, 2013). AMEND WK 73MTRS IN REVISED POSN.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1909 BY CRAIG, TAYLOR & CO LTD, STOCKTON-ON-TEES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CORNISH SHIPPING CO LTD (JENKINS). TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 239 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BIRKENHEAD FOR BARRY. TORPEDOED BY UB-92. ONE MAN LOST. (SIBI).

General Comments

APPARENTLY WELL BROKEN UP

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 43.394 N,5 25.547 W
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FAQ

Where is the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 43.394 N,5 25.547 W.

How deep is the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 73 meters and is located at coordinates 52 43.394 N,5 25.547 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 74 meters deep.

When did the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) sink?

The BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) sank on Aug 21, 1918.

When was the wreck of the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) belong to?

The BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) carrying?

The BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY)?

The BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1936 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY)?

The BOSCAWEN (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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