Craigroy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Craigroy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 48.736 N,7 12.554 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.812267
  • Longitude: -7.209233
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CRAIGROY
Type drifter
Flag GB
Length 26 m
Width 6 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1932
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H1450/32 18.2.32 H1450/32 18.2.32 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 564745N, 071230W. (B.OF T. NOTE 5353/32). INS AS NDW. BA 2474 & 3674. H3156/69 26.2.71 H3156/69 26.2.71 NOT LOCATED BY SONAR WITHIN RADIUS OF 2M OF REPD POSN. (HMS HECLA HI 53/70). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK OFF BARRA FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH MV LOCHEARN. (OFF SCOTLAND).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the CRAIGROY wreck located?

The CRAIGROY wreck is located at coordinates 56 48.736 N,7 12.554 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CRAIGROY?

The seabed around the CRAIGROY lies at approximately 150 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the CRAIGROY discovered?

The wreck of the CRAIGROY was discovered in 1932.

What country did the CRAIGROY belong to?

The CRAIGROY belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the CRAIGROY?

The CRAIGROY is classified as a drifter.