Ditton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Ditton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 22.832 N,2 59.448 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.380533
  • Longitude: -2.990800
Wreck Depth 9.3 m
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DITTON
Type barge
Flag GB
Tonnage 60
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1887
Original Detection Year 1887
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date May 10, 1977

Surveying Details

11.10.1887 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB ON 10 AND 11.10.1887 HAVING BEEN FOUND IN MID RIVER OFF ROCK FERRY. DEPTH 32FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN AS WK 5FMS 2FT ON 3477 & 3490. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 AMEND WK 9.3MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK OFF ALBERT DOCK AND ROLLED AWAY WITH THE TIDE.

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FAQ

Where is the DITTON wreck located?

The DITTON wreck is located at coordinates 53 22.832 N,2 59.448 W.

How deep is the DITTON and where exactly is it located?

The DITTON lies at a depth of about 9.3 meters and is located at coordinates 53 22.832 N,2 59.448 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DITTON?

The seabed around the DITTON lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the DITTON sink?

The DITTON sank on Sep 29, 1887.

When was the wreck of the DITTON discovered?

The wreck of the DITTON was discovered in 1887.

What country did the DITTON belong to?

The DITTON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DITTON carrying?

The DITTON was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the DITTON?

The DITTON had a tonnage of 60 tons.

What type of wreck is the DITTON?

The DITTON is classified as a barge.

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