Excellent Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Excellent Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 22.515 N,4 12.822 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.375250
  • Longitude: -4.213700
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EXCELLENT
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 23, 1926
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1926
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details H534/26 WK 7FMS (1926) IN 532230N, 041245W, 1M 028 DEG MOELFRE I. CANCEL NM 181T/26. - NM ACTION. H6022/39 NOT LOCATED. (HMS GLEANER). DELETE. BR STD. SEP 2019/000245915 12.2.20 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (CINTON MARINE SURVEY, HI1573). RETAIN AS DEAD
Last Amended Date Feb 10, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE GARSTON FOR KILKEEL. FOUNDERED.

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FAQ

Where is the EXCELLENT wreck located?

The EXCELLENT wreck is located at coordinates 53 22.515 N,4 12.822 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EXCELLENT?

The seabed around the EXCELLENT lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the EXCELLENT sink?

The EXCELLENT sank on Jan 23, 1926.

When was the wreck of the EXCELLENT discovered?

The wreck of the EXCELLENT was discovered in 1926.

What country did the EXCELLENT belong to?

The EXCELLENT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EXCELLENT carrying?

The EXCELLENT was carrying coal.

What type of wreck is the EXCELLENT?

The EXCELLENT is classified as a sailing vessel.

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