Edward Finch Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Edward finch Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 30.265 N,3 6.58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.504417
  • Longitude: -3.109667
Water Depth -2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EDWARD FINCH
Type steam ship
Length 37.2 m
Width 5.8 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 157
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1891
Original Detection Year 1891
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source local port authority
Last Amended Date Nov 15, 2001

Surveying Details

28.12.1901 DISPERSED BY MDHB. COMMENCED 28.12.1901, COMPLETED 10.2.1902. DEPTH 32 FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500 NO 10. 1.9.87 1.9.87 SHOWN AS WKG ON MDHC PLOT M1027/2. INS AS FOUL IN 533015N, 030630W. NE 1951.

Circumstances of loss

SANK ABOUT A QUARTER OF A MILE E BY S FROM C5 RED BUOY AFTER COLLISION.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 30.265 N,3 6.58 W
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FAQ

Where is the EDWARD FINCH wreck located?

The EDWARD FINCH wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.265 N,3 6.58 W.

When did the EDWARD FINCH sink?

The EDWARD FINCH sank on Dec 23, 1891.

When was the wreck of the EDWARD FINCH discovered?

The wreck of the EDWARD FINCH was discovered in 1891.

What was the tonnage of the EDWARD FINCH?

The EDWARD FINCH had a tonnage of 157 tons.

What type of wreck is the EDWARD FINCH?

The EDWARD FINCH is classified as a steam ship.

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