Gipsy Mariner 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
Gipsy mariner Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 21.949 N,0 45.983 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.365817
  • Longitude: 0.766383
Water Depth -2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GIPSY MARINER
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 9.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 1, 1982
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H1270/79 5.10.82 SUNKEN YACHT, LATER IDENTIFIED AS GIPSY MARINER, LOCATED AT ELMLEY REACH, R. SWALE IN 512155N, 004605E [OGB]. WHITE HULL WITH BLUE BAND APPROX 30FT LONG. MAST VISIBLE AT HIGH WATER. HULL APPEARS UNDAMAGED. (THAMES MRSC TELEXES 010538 & 010618 GMT SEP). PLOTS CLOSE TO THE LILIES. NCA. 19.11.97 NOT SHOWN ON MPA SURVEYS OF 1992. AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 2572.
Last Amended Date Apr 6, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BROKE ADRIFT FROM MOORINGS AT KINGSFERRY BRIDGE. OWNER: J SMITH, MAIDSTONE. (THAMES MRSC).

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FAQ

Where is the GIPSY MARINER wreck located?

The GIPSY MARINER wreck is located at coordinates 51 21.949 N,0 45.983 E.

When did the GIPSY MARINER sink?

The GIPSY MARINER sank on Sep 1, 1982.

When was the wreck of the GIPSY MARINER discovered?

The wreck of the GIPSY MARINER was discovered in 1982.

What country did the GIPSY MARINER belong to?

The GIPSY MARINER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GIPSY MARINER?

The GIPSY MARINER is classified as a yacht.

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