Cresswell Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Cresswell Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 27.973 N,8 2.054 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.466217
  • Longitude: -8.034233
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CRESSWELL
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 38.2 m
Width 7.1 m
Draught 3.9
Tonnage 275
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 12, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 18M NW BY N OF FLANNAN ISLES. (WW2SL, LLWW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). GIVES POSN 582800N, 080200W [UND] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-WILLIAM BEATTY '17. BUILT NEW FOR ADMIRALTY AND SOLD TO FISHING INDUSTRY IN 1921. BUILT BY SMITH'S DOCK CO LTD, MIDDLESBROUGH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BOSTON DEEP SEA FISH AND ICE CO LTD. PASSAGE FLEETWOOD FOR FISHING GROUNDS. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. CAPTURED & SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM U-41. 6 MEN LOST. (WW2SL, LLWW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the CRESSWELL wreck located?

The CRESSWELL wreck is located at coordinates 58 27.973 N,8 2.054 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CRESSWELL?

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

When did the CRESSWELL sink?

The CRESSWELL sank on Nov 12, 1939.

When was the wreck of the CRESSWELL discovered?

The wreck of the CRESSWELL was discovered in 1939.

What country did the CRESSWELL belong to?

The CRESSWELL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CRESSWELL?

The CRESSWELL had a tonnage of 275 tons.

What type of wreck is the CRESSWELL?

The CRESSWELL is classified as a trawler.

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