Drakes Drum Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Drakes drum Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 51.026 N,2 34.884 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.850433
  • Longitude: 2.581400
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DRAKES DRUM
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 28, 1971
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.12.71 PRESUMED SINKING POSN 525100N, 023500E. (LL, 7.12.71). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H1939/80 30.4.82 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN USING HYDROSEARCH & CLOSE E/S (HMS BULLDOG, HI 8). AMENDED TO DEAD, NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 29, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK. CREW OF 2 RECOVERED BY MT 'TEESFIELD'. (LL).

General Comments

CABIN CRUISER

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FAQ

Where is the DRAKES DRUM wreck located?

The DRAKES DRUM wreck is located at coordinates 52 51.026 N,2 34.884 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DRAKES DRUM?

The seabed around the DRAKES DRUM lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the DRAKES DRUM sink?

The DRAKES DRUM sank on Nov 28, 1971.

When was the wreck of the DRAKES DRUM discovered?

The wreck of the DRAKES DRUM was discovered in 1971.

What country did the DRAKES DRUM belong to?

The DRAKES DRUM belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the DRAKES DRUM?

The DRAKES DRUM is classified as a fishing vessel.

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