Francoise De Lille (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Francoise de lille (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 35.619 N,5 27.731 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.593650
  • Longitude: -5.462183
Wreck Depth 60 m
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Sonar Length 55
Shadow Height 4
Orientation 90
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 20, 1963
Scour Dimensions ,,003.0,
Original Detection Year 1963
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 2014

Surveying Details

H3087/59 29.5.64 H3087/59 29.5.64 SANK IN 523800N, 052800W. (CG HOLYHEAD, ANGLESEY RADIO 20.12.63). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. H1950/76 12.11.80 H1950/76 12.11.80 WK EXAM'D 9.6.80 IN 523536N, 052740W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 63.5 IN GEN DEPTH 65MTRS. SCOUR 3MTRS. DCS3 HT 4MTRS. APPROX LENGTH 55MTRS. LYING E/W. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 40/80). AMEND TO WK 61MTRS. BR STD. 27.1.14 SEP 2014/000004134 27.1.14 LOCATED IN 5235.619N, 0527.713W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 60.7MTRS. (CEFAS MID-ST GEORGE'S CHANNEL SURVEY, 2013). AMEND WK 60MTRS IN REVISED POSN.

Circumstances of loss

SANK. CREW OF 8 RESCUED.

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FAQ

Where is the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 35.619 N,5 27.731 W.

How deep is the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 60 meters and is located at coordinates 52 35.619 N,5 27.731 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) sank on Dec 20, 1963.

When was the wreck of the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1963.

What country did the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY)?

The FRANCOISE DE LILLE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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