Grainthorpe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Grainthorpe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 0.989 N,0 29.813 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.016483
  • Longitude: 0.496883
Wreck Depth 8.2 m
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRAINTHORPE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1692
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1920
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Sep 24, 2014

Surveying Details

H8007/20 11.11.20 POSN 530100N, 003000E. MARKED BY BUOY 40YDS NW. BEARING OF HUNSTANTON LT HO FROM BUOY 181.5DEG 4.75M. (TH, 10.11.20). - NM 1892/20. H8007/20 24.11.20 SANK 3M ESE OF LYNN WELL LT OR 530100N, 003000E. (BOARD OF TRADE, 10.11.20). H6442/22 5.10.22 DISPERSED TO LEAST DEPTH OF 27FT [LWST] IN 530100N, 003000E. (TH NM 52/22). - NM 1610/22. H0401/44 2.11.56 NOT LOCATED. CONSIDERED THAT THE REMAINS OF THE WRECK HAVE BEEN SUBMERGED UNDER THE SAND. POSN 530058N, 002955E. (HMS SCOTT, 6.8.56). H1519/58 31.1.62 WK HAS CAUSED FISHING GEAR LOSSES OVER SEVERAL YEARS. (DISTRICT INSPECTOR OF FISHERIES GRIMSBY). 14.2.73 AMEND TO WK 8.2MTRS. NC 1177. SEP 2014/000180724 24.9.14 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY, HI 1421). AMEND DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the GRAINTHORPE wreck located?

The GRAINTHORPE wreck is located at coordinates 53 0.989 N,0 29.813 E.

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

The GRAINTHORPE lies at a depth of about 8.2 meters and is located at coordinates 53 0.989 N,0 29.813 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GRAINTHORPE?

The seabed around the GRAINTHORPE lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the GRAINTHORPE discovered?

The wreck of the GRAINTHORPE was discovered in 1920.

What country did the GRAINTHORPE belong to?

The GRAINTHORPE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GRAINTHORPE?

The GRAINTHORPE had a tonnage of 1692 tons.

What type of wreck is the GRAINTHORPE?

The GRAINTHORPE is classified as a steam ship.

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