First Light Of Helford Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
First light of helford Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 25.54 N,4 42.07 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.425667
  • Longitude: -4.701167
Wreck Depth 54 m
Water Depth 81 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 12.2 m
Tonnage 11
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 2005

Surveying Details

HH226/350/01 11.4.90 HH226/350/01 11.4.90 SANK IN 492530N, 044200W. (LL, 9.4.90). HH226/350/01 11.4.90 HH226/350/01 11.4.90 INS AS USC PA 70MTRS IN 492530N, 044200W [OGB]. BR STD. HH351/353/01 24.10.91 HH351/353/01 24.10.91 USC 54MTRS IN 492536N, 044200W [EUR]. (FRENCH NM 91 17 25). NCA. 30.6.99 30.6.99 LISTED AS USC PA 54MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1999). BR STD. HH091/059/01 11.11.05 HH091/059/01 11.11.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SWAMPED BY LARGE WAVE WHEN RETURNING FROM FISHING GROUND TO FALMOUTH. SANK QUICKLY. (LL). SWAMPED BY HUGE SEAS AND SANK IN MINUTES 50M S OF THE LIZARD. (LLOYDS VOL 280).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 25.54 N,4 42.07 W
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FAQ

Where is the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD wreck located?

The FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD wreck is located at coordinates 49 25.54 N,4 42.07 W.

How deep is the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD and where exactly is it located?

The FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD lies at a depth of about 54 meters and is located at coordinates 49 25.54 N,4 42.07 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD?

The seabed around the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD lies at approximately 81 meters deep.

When did the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD sink?

The FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD sank on Apr 6, 1990.

When was the wreck of the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD discovered?

The wreck of the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD was discovered in 1990.

What country did the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD belong to?

The FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD?

The FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD had a tonnage of 11 tons.

What type of wreck is the FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD?

The FIRST LIGHT OF HELFORD is classified as a fishing vessel.

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