Dilston Castle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dilston castle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 9.989 N,1 32.102 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.166483
  • Longitude: -1.535033
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DILSTON CASTLE
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 29.4 m
Width 5.9 m
Draught 3.1
Tonnage 129
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details 31.4.17 SUNK IN SAME POSN AS PRINCE OF WALES IN 571000N, 013200W, (NAVAL CENTRE ROSYTH, TELEGRAM DTD 30.4.17). FOR FILING ONLY. SEE [2231](PRINCE OF WALES).
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. SCUTTLED BY EXPLOSIVE CHARGES.

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FAQ

Where is the DILSTON CASTLE wreck located?

The DILSTON CASTLE wreck is located at coordinates 57 9.989 N,1 32.102 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DILSTON CASTLE?

The seabed around the DILSTON CASTLE lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the DILSTON CASTLE sink?

The DILSTON CASTLE sank on Apr 29, 1917.

When was the wreck of the DILSTON CASTLE discovered?

The wreck of the DILSTON CASTLE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the DILSTON CASTLE belong to?

The DILSTON CASTLE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DILSTON CASTLE?

The DILSTON CASTLE had a tonnage of 129 tons.

What type of wreck is the DILSTON CASTLE?

The DILSTON CASTLE is classified as a trawler.

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