Fairway Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fairway Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 41.883 N,3 1.242 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.698050
  • Longitude: -3.020700
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FAIRWAY
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 30.5 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details 13.12.78 HOLED AND FIRMLY ASHORE IN 504151N, 030110W [OGB]. ABANDONED AS WRECK, UNLIKELY TO BE SALVAGED. NOT CONSPIC. (C. G. BEER). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 13.12.78 HAS BEEN SOLD 'AS IS'. (SHIPPING AGENT, BRIXHAM). NCA. HH091/242/01 21.10.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1242). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 22, 2009

Circumstances of loss

WAS ANCHORED OFF BEER HEAD AFTER REPORTING MAKING WATER AND BEING DISABLED. LATER REPORTED AGROUND AT CULVERHOLE PT. (CG, PORTLAND).

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FAQ

Where is the FAIRWAY wreck located?

The FAIRWAY wreck is located at coordinates 50 41.883 N,3 1.242 W.

When did the FAIRWAY sink?

The FAIRWAY sank on Dec 2, 1978.

When was the wreck of the FAIRWAY discovered?

The wreck of the FAIRWAY was discovered in 1978.

What country did the FAIRWAY belong to?

The FAIRWAY belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the FAIRWAY?

The FAIRWAY is classified as a fishing vessel.