Glasgow Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Glasgow Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
6 9.6 S,39 11.15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -6.160000
  • Longitude: 39.185833
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLASGOW
Type sailing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 27, 1896
Original Detection Year 2003
Original Source diver
Surveying Details 18.9.03 18.9.03 WK WAS LEVELLED IN 1912, ONLY IRON BOTTOM FRAMES AND BITS OF ENGINE REMAIN IN 0609.6S, 3911.15E. (KEVIN PATIENCE, VISIT TO UKHO, 12.6.03). INS AS FOUL. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2012

Circumstances of loss

27.8.1896 BUILT IN 1878 FOR SULTAN. SUNK ON 27.8.1896. (K PATIENCE).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the GLASGOW wreck located?

The GLASGOW wreck is located at coordinates 6 9.6 S,39 11.15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GLASGOW?

The seabed around the GLASGOW lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the GLASGOW sink?

The GLASGOW sank on Aug 27, 1896.

When was the wreck of the GLASGOW discovered?

The wreck of the GLASGOW was discovered in 2003.

What type of wreck is the GLASGOW?

The GLASGOW is classified as a sailing vessel.