Chingford Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Chingford Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 15.961 N,2 35.858 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.266017
  • Longitude: -2.597633
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHINGFORD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 80.5 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1517
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1924
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 18, 2002

Surveying Details

24.12.82 REPORTED AS BROKEN UP, LYING N/S, WITH STERN SECTION INSHORE, IN GEN DEPTH OF 6MTRS AND STANDING 2 TO 3MTRS HIGH. POSN 561558N, 023546W. (BSAC WK REGISTER, VOL.6). NCA YET. 3.2.93 KEEL, PROPELLER SHAFT AND 4-BLADED PROP. LIE CLOSE INSHORE OFF CARAVAN SITE, CRAIL. THE FOR'D END OF KEEL IS JUST VISIBLE AT LW. (R N BAIRD, REG. OF SCOTTISH WRECKS). HH090/605/01 20.1.94 NOT FOUND. (OCEONICS (UK) LTD., HI 605). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

RAN ASHORE ON THE KILMINNINGS SANDS, CRAIL, FIFESHIRE, AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS. PASSAGE TRANGSUND FOR GRANGEMOUTH.

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FAQ

Where is the CHINGFORD wreck located?

The CHINGFORD wreck is located at coordinates 56 15.961 N,2 35.858 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHINGFORD?

The seabed around the CHINGFORD lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the CHINGFORD sink?

The CHINGFORD sank on Dec 23, 1924.

When was the wreck of the CHINGFORD discovered?

The wreck of the CHINGFORD was discovered in 1982.

What country did the CHINGFORD belong to?

The CHINGFORD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CHINGFORD carrying?

The CHINGFORD was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the CHINGFORD?

The CHINGFORD had a tonnage of 1517 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHINGFORD?

The CHINGFORD is classified as a steam ship.

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