Eversfield Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Eversfield Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 27.989 N,3 17.474 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.466483
  • Longitude: -3.291233
Wreck Depth 8.6 m
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EVERSFIELD
Type steam ship
Tonnage 123
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 31, 1888
Original Detection Year 1888
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Dec 7, 2021

Surveying Details

29.2.1888 MASTS REMOVED BY MDHB ON 29.2.1888. DEPTH 30FT BELOW LBD. POSN 532813N, 031717W. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). H3906/59 21.12.59 WK 5FMS IN 532814N, 031719W. (K2184/55D). BR STD. H4288/62 19.6.64 INS WK 5FMS. - NM 1199/64. 1.4.74 AMEND TO WK 8.5MTRS. NC 1951. 26.3.75 SHOWN AS WK 8.6 MTRS (LAT) ON K 3500/10. NC 1951. 8.5.78 SHOWN IN 532814N, 031717W ON K3500-KF11. NC 1121. SEP 2021/000332018 7.12.21 EXAM'D 1.9.21 IN 5327.989N, 0317.474W [WGD] DIVED BY C. MICHAEL OF LIVERPOOL UNIVERSITY. WRECKAGE FOUND, METAL PIECES, LARGE ADMIRALTY TYPE ANCHOR. NO POSITIVE IDENTIFICATION. IN REVISED POSN.

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED ABOUT 2 MILES SE FROM THE HORSE CHANNEL FAIRWAY BUOY.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 27.989 N,3 17.474 W
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FAQ

Where is the EVERSFIELD wreck located?

The EVERSFIELD wreck is located at coordinates 53 27.989 N,3 17.474 W.

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

The EVERSFIELD lies at a depth of about 8.6 meters and is located at coordinates 53 27.989 N,3 17.474 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EVERSFIELD?

The seabed around the EVERSFIELD lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the EVERSFIELD sink?

The EVERSFIELD sank on Jan 31, 1888.

When was the wreck of the EVERSFIELD discovered?

The wreck of the EVERSFIELD was discovered in 1888.

What cargo was the EVERSFIELD carrying?

The EVERSFIELD was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the EVERSFIELD?

The EVERSFIELD had a tonnage of 123 tons.

What type of wreck is the EVERSFIELD?

The EVERSFIELD is classified as a steam ship.

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