Cydonia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cydonia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 41.5 N,1 47.346 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.691667
  • Longitude: -1.789100
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CYDONIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 100.9 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 3085
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details POSN 554100N, 014715W FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/915/01 21.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON CASTLEHEAD ROCKS, HOLY ISLAND, WHILE EMPLOYED AS A COLLIER FOR THE ADMIRALTY. PASSAGE METHIL TO BREST. (LLOYDS).

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FAQ

Where is the CYDONIA wreck located?

The CYDONIA wreck is located at coordinates 55 41.5 N,1 47.346 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CYDONIA?

The seabed around the CYDONIA lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the CYDONIA sink?

The CYDONIA sank on Sep 28, 1916.

When was the wreck of the CYDONIA discovered?

The wreck of the CYDONIA was discovered in 1916.

What country did the CYDONIA belong to?

The CYDONIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CYDONIA?

The CYDONIA had a tonnage of 3085 tons.

What type of wreck is the CYDONIA?

The CYDONIA is classified as a steam ship.

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