Fidget (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fidget (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 11.753 N,3 44.82 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.195883
  • Longitude: -3.747000
Wreck Depth 31 m
Water Depth 39 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FIDGET (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 9.1 m
Shadow Height 8
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 11, 1985
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Apr 18, 2013

Surveying Details

H2697/85 19.8.85 H2697/85 19.8.85 SANK IN APPROX 501200N, 034500W [OGB]. (BRIXHAM CG, SIG DTD 11.8.85). NCA. H2697/85 4.9.85 H2697/85 4.9.85 NOTHING FOUND DURING SONAR SEARCH COVERING AREA OF 1.5 SQ MILES IN REPD FOUNDERING POSN, BUT E/S TRACE OF WK OBTAINED IN 501143N, 034445W [OGB], WITH HEIGHT 8MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 39MTRS. IDENTIFICATION INCONCLUSIVE. NO DANGER TO NAVIGATION. FIDGET WAS WOODEN SLOOP WITH AUX. ENGINE AND METAL MAST. (TH, TLX DTD 14.8.85). INS AS WK 31MTRS. BR STD. 18.4.13 18.4.13 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (EMU, HI 1374). ASSUMED BROKEN UP. AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE WEYMOUTH TO PLYMOUTH.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 11.753 N,3 44.82 W
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FAQ

Where is the FIDGET (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The FIDGET (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 11.753 N,3 44.82 W.

How deep is the FIDGET (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The FIDGET (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 31 meters and is located at coordinates 50 11.753 N,3 44.82 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FIDGET (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the FIDGET (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 39 meters deep.

When did the FIDGET (POSSIBLY) sink?

The FIDGET (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 11, 1985.

When was the wreck of the FIDGET (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the FIDGET (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1985.

What country did the FIDGET (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The FIDGET (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the FIDGET (POSSIBLY)?

The FIDGET (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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