Britania 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
Britania Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 41.5 N,1 52.095 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.691667
  • Longitude: -1.868250
Water Depth -3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRITANIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 59.1 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 420
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 19, 1875
Original Detection Year 1875
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details ASHORE INSIDE HOLY ISLAND BAR. (LLOYDS). POSN 554130N, 015200W FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/915/01 21.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

ASHORE INSIDE HOLY ISLAND BAR. EN ROUTE FROM NEWCASTLE TO LEITH. TOTAL LOSS.

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FAQ

Where is the BRITANIA wreck located?

The BRITANIA wreck is located at coordinates 55 41.5 N,1 52.095 W.

When did the BRITANIA sink?

The BRITANIA sank on Oct 19, 1875.

When was the wreck of the BRITANIA discovered?

The wreck of the BRITANIA was discovered in 1875.

What country did the BRITANIA belong to?

The BRITANIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BRITANIA carrying?

The BRITANIA was carrying personnel.

What was the tonnage of the BRITANIA?

The BRITANIA had a tonnage of 420 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRITANIA?

The BRITANIA is classified as a steam ship.

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