Gannet 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
Gannet Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 46.035 N,0 6.105 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.767250
  • Longitude: 0.101750
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GANNET
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 14, 1882
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source diver
Surveying Details H1310/80 20.3.80 ASHORE W OF MARTELLO TR, SEAFORD BAY IN APPROX 504600N, 000612E [OGB]. COMPLETELY BROKEN UP IN HEAVY GALE. WRECKAGE SPREAD OVER AREA 100 X 20MTRS. (R P OSBORN, EASTBOURNE SAC, 8.3.80). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/944/01 17.9.01 LISTED POSN PLOTS ABOVE DRYING LINE. NOTHING VISIBLE ON THE BEACH OR IN THE VICINITY THAT COULD BE CONSIDERED TO BE THIS WK. (NP 1016, HI 944). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 17, 2001

Circumstances of loss

WENT ASHORE IN DENSE FOG, W OF MARTELLO TWR, SEAFORD BAY, WHILST EN ROUTE CALCUTTA TO LONDON.

General Comments

COMPLETELY BROKEN UP

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FAQ

Where is the GANNET wreck located?

The GANNET wreck is located at coordinates 50 46.035 N,0 6.105 E.

When did the GANNET sink?

The GANNET sank on Feb 14, 1882.

When was the wreck of the GANNET discovered?

The wreck of the GANNET was discovered in 1980.

What country did the GANNET belong to?

The GANNET belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GANNET carrying?

The GANNET was carrying general and mixed goods.

What type of wreck is the GANNET?

The GANNET is classified as a steam ship.

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