Downie Hills Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Downie hills Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 16.761 N,2 34.958 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.279350
  • Longitude: -2.582633
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DOWNIE HILLS
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 227
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 18, 1926
Original Detection Year 1926
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details ASHORE AND TOTAL LOSS 0.25 MILES NE OF FIFENESS. (LLOYDS). STRANDED 300 YARDS OFFSHORE. (R N BAIRD, REG. OF SCOTTISH WRECKS).
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1917 BY HAWTHORNS & CO LTD, LEIGTH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PETERHEAD TRAWLING CO LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 82NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE ABERDEEN FOR METHIL FOR BUNKERS. RAN AGROUND DURING THE NIGHT HAVING FAILED TO SEE THE NORTH CARR LTV IN THICK FOG. (R N BAIRD & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the DOWNIE HILLS wreck located?

The DOWNIE HILLS wreck is located at coordinates 56 16.761 N,2 34.958 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DOWNIE HILLS?

The seabed around the DOWNIE HILLS lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the DOWNIE HILLS sink?

The DOWNIE HILLS sank on Jan 18, 1926.

When was the wreck of the DOWNIE HILLS discovered?

The wreck of the DOWNIE HILLS was discovered in 1926.

What country did the DOWNIE HILLS belong to?

The DOWNIE HILLS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DOWNIE HILLS?

The DOWNIE HILLS had a tonnage of 227 tons.

What type of wreck is the DOWNIE HILLS?

The DOWNIE HILLS is classified as a trawler.

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