Glen Holme Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Glen holme Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 50.595 N,6 5.394 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.843250
  • Longitude: -6.089900
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLEN HOLME
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 65.2 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 826
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products,railway: stock and construction materials
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 1893
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1893
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source other
Surveying Details 23.2.96 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 553036N, 060520W. (SHIPWRECKS OF THE W OF SCOTLAND, B BAIRD). NCA. 2.12.10 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. MAY LIE CLOSER INSHORE. (NETSURVEY, HI 1329). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 2, 2010

Circumstances of loss

EX-MARGARET BANKS. BUILT IN 1870 BY DENTON, GRAY & CO OF WEST HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HINE BROTHERS. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 96NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY RICHARDSONS OF HEPPLE. PASSAGE WINDAN, RUSSIA, FOR ARDROSSAN. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH DANISH SS G P A KOCH. CREW RECOVERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the GLEN HOLME wreck located?

The GLEN HOLME wreck is located at coordinates 55 50.595 N,6 5.394 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLEN HOLME?

The seabed around the GLEN HOLME lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the GLEN HOLME sink?

The GLEN HOLME sank on May 28, 1893.

When was the wreck of the GLEN HOLME discovered?

The wreck of the GLEN HOLME was discovered in 1893.

What country did the GLEN HOLME belong to?

The GLEN HOLME belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GLEN HOLME carrying?

The GLEN HOLME was carrying wood: unprocessed and products,railway: stock and construction materials.

What was the tonnage of the GLEN HOLME?

The GLEN HOLME had a tonnage of 826 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLEN HOLME?

The GLEN HOLME is classified as a steam ship.

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