Ceres Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Ceres Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 10.52 N,6 21.66 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.175333
  • Longitude: -6.361000
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CERES
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 381
Tonnage Type net
Cargo personnel,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 10, 1866
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1866
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Apr 26, 2010

Surveying Details

22.9.72 SANK OFF CARNSHORE PT, WEXFORD. (DODS). POSN 521030N, 062136W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1851. ONE BOILER, 2 CYLINDER SIMPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE FALMOUTH FOR LONDON. WENT AGROUND IN FOG AND HEAVY RAIN IN SW FORCE 9. 40 LIVES LOST. (SII).

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FAQ

Where is the CERES wreck located?

The CERES wreck is located at coordinates 52 10.52 N,6 21.66 W.

When did the CERES sink?

The CERES sank on Nov 10, 1866.

When was the wreck of the CERES discovered?

The wreck of the CERES was discovered in 1866.

What country did the CERES belong to?

The CERES belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CERES carrying?

The CERES was carrying personnel,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CERES?

The CERES had a tonnage of 381 tons.

What type of wreck is the CERES?

The CERES is classified as a steam ship.

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