Devonshire (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Devonshire (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 55.916 N,0 53.757 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.931933
  • Longitude: 0.895950
Wreck Depth 43 m
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Sonar Length 40
Shadow Height 2
Tonnage 148
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 24, 1916
Scour Dimensions ,,001.5,
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details SUNK 33MILES NE 0.5 N FROM SPURN LTV. H4064/85 15.1.87 WK EXAM'D 13.7.86 IN 535554N, 005352E [OGB] USING SYLEDIS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 43.7 IN GEN DEPTH 45MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 1.5MTRS. DCS3 HT 2MTRS, LENGTH 40MTRS. LYING 000/180DEG, PARTIALLY BURIED IN A SANDWAVE. (UDI GROUP LTD, H321A). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 10, 2002

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1898 BY COCHRANE & COOPER LTD, BEVERLEY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NORTH LINCOLNSHIRE STEAM FISHING CO LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 40HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY C D HOLMES & CO, HULL. PASSAGE GOOLE FOR FISHING AND RETURN. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE.

General Comments

PARTIALLY BURIED IN A SANDWAVE

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 55.916 N,0 53.757 E
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FAQ

Where is the DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 55.916 N,0 53.757 E.

How deep is the DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 43 meters and is located at coordinates 53 55.916 N,0 53.757 E.

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

The seabed around the DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 24, 1916.

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

The wreck of the DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1916.

What country did the DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY)?

The DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 148 tons.

What type of wreck is the DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY)?

The DEVONSHIRE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a trawler.

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