Christabel (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Christabel (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 22.634 N,5 31.66 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.377233
  • Longitude: -5.527667
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 30.1 m
Width 7 m
Draught 3.9
Tonnage 175
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,sand
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 30, 1916
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.2.71 12.2.71 SUNK 10M N BY W FROM ST IVES. (WW1SL). GIVES POSN 502236N, 053136W APPROX - POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 20.12.00 20.12.00 AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1867 BY HESSELL, RYE, WAS CAPTURED AND THEN SCUTTLED BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE 10M N BY W FROM ST IVES.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 22.634 N,5 31.66 W
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FAQ

Where is the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 22.634 N,5 31.66 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) sink?

The CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 30, 1916.

When was the wreck of the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1971.

What country did the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,sand.

What was the tonnage of the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY)?

The CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 175 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY)?

The CHRISTABEL (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.