Drumcree Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Drumcree Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 40.832 N,4 59.897 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.680533
  • Longitude: -4.998283
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DRUMCREE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 114 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 4052
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 18, 1915
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details TORPEDOED 11M NE OF TREVOSE HEAD. (WW1SL & LL WW1). H2979/74 4.11.77 H2979/74 4.11.77 FF REPORTED IN 504118N, 045945W [OGB] USING DECCA. (E GILES, 3.8.77). NCA. 4.5.78 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 30MTRS IN 504048N, 045950W [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1178. 11.8.11 11.8.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 10, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1905 BY R THOMPSON, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JOSEPH CHADWICK & SONS LTD, LIVERPOOL. THREE BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 363 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY FOR PORT ARTHUR. TORPEDOED BY U-27. NO IVES LOST. (WW1SL, LL WW1 & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the DRUMCREE wreck located?

The DRUMCREE wreck is located at coordinates 50 40.832 N,4 59.897 W.

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

The DRUMCREE lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 50 40.832 N,4 59.897 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DRUMCREE?

The seabed around the DRUMCREE lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the DRUMCREE sink?

The DRUMCREE sank on May 18, 1915.

When was the wreck of the DRUMCREE discovered?

The wreck of the DRUMCREE was discovered in 1915.

What country did the DRUMCREE belong to?

The DRUMCREE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DRUMCREE carrying?

The DRUMCREE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the DRUMCREE?

The DRUMCREE had a tonnage of 4052 tons.

What type of wreck is the DRUMCREE?

The DRUMCREE is classified as a steam ship.

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