Golden Fleece Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Golden fleece Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 31.748 N,5 29.315 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.529133
  • Longitude: -5.488583
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLDEN FLEECE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 18, 1958
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 13, 2009

Surveying Details

H2300/58 21.4.58 ASHORE AT PLUCK PT. (LL & SOUTHEND CG). POSN 553145N, 052915W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. H1309/76 25.1.77 AN UNDERWATER SEARCH WAS CARRIED OUT IN THIS AREA BUT NO SIGN OF WRECKAGE WAS FOUND. BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN REMOVED. (FLT LT P C MINTER, RAF CONINGSBY S.A CLUB, DTD 22.11.76). AMENDED TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

ON FIRE AND ASHORE AT PLUCK PT (LL & SOUTHEND CG).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 31.748 N,5 29.315 W
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FAQ

Where is the GOLDEN FLEECE wreck located?

The GOLDEN FLEECE wreck is located at coordinates 55 31.748 N,5 29.315 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLDEN FLEECE?

The seabed around the GOLDEN FLEECE lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the GOLDEN FLEECE sink?

The GOLDEN FLEECE sank on Mar 18, 1958.

When was the wreck of the GOLDEN FLEECE discovered?

The wreck of the GOLDEN FLEECE was discovered in 1958.

What country did the GOLDEN FLEECE belong to?

The GOLDEN FLEECE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GOLDEN FLEECE?

The GOLDEN FLEECE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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