Caerphilly Castle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Caerphilly castle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 35 N,12 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.583333
  • Longitude: -12.000000
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAERPHILLY CASTLE
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 275
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H067/41 SANK IN 523500N, 120000W. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED & SUNK BY AIRCRAFT.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 35 N,12 0 W
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FAQ

Where is the CAERPHILLY CASTLE wreck located?

The CAERPHILLY CASTLE wreck is located at coordinates 52 35 N,12 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CAERPHILLY CASTLE?

The seabed around the CAERPHILLY CASTLE lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the CAERPHILLY CASTLE sink?

The CAERPHILLY CASTLE sank on Jan 27, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CAERPHILLY CASTLE discovered?

The wreck of the CAERPHILLY CASTLE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CAERPHILLY CASTLE belong to?

The CAERPHILLY CASTLE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CAERPHILLY CASTLE?

The CAERPHILLY CASTLE had a tonnage of 275 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAERPHILLY CASTLE?

The CAERPHILLY CASTLE is classified as a trawler.