Glenshiel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Glenshiel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 26.999 N,5 17.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.449983
  • Longitude: -5.284433
Wreck Depth 1 m
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLENSHIEL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Apr 25, 2005

Surveying Details

4.11.82 LIES, V BROKEN UP, CLOSE INSHORE IN ABOUT 3MTRS OF WATER, ABOUT 1KM NW OF MOUTH OF SLIDDERY WATER. SHOWS AT ALL STATES OF TIDE. RUSTING METAL COLOURS THE WATER. (BSAC WK REGISTER). (OS MAP REFERENCE GIVEN, CONVERTS TO 552619N, 051513W). H1310/84/17 25.5.84 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN. IT IS THOUGHT THAT BSAC ARE REFERRING TO THE KYLE SKYE, SEE [4012], IN 552600N, 051500W SPPROX. (D JOHNSTON, LTR DTD 20.5.84). H2885/83 2.5.86 NOT FOUND DURING INVESTIGATION USING SMB. NOTHING SHOWS ABOVE CD. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 165B). NCA, AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2021/000344798 6.1.22 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020) (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1680). NFA.

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FAQ

Where is the GLENSHIEL wreck located?

The GLENSHIEL wreck is located at coordinates 55 26.999 N,5 17.066 W.

How deep is the GLENSHIEL and where exactly is it located?

The GLENSHIEL lies at a depth of about 1 meters and is located at coordinates 55 26.999 N,5 17.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLENSHIEL?

The seabed around the GLENSHIEL lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When was the wreck of the GLENSHIEL discovered?

The wreck of the GLENSHIEL was discovered in 1982.

What country did the GLENSHIEL belong to?

The GLENSHIEL belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GLENSHIEL?

The GLENSHIEL is classified as a steam ship.

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