Grantham (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Grantham (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 4.768 N,1 11.765 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.079467
  • Longitude: 1.196083
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1744
Original Detection Year 1991
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source other
Surveying Details 24.6.91 TIMBERS REPORTED FOUND W OF MOLE ROCKS, FOLKESTONE WHERE THIS VESSEL ALLEGED TO HAVE FOUNDERED. MAGNETIC ANOMALIES DETECTED IN AREA. SITE MARKED BY BUOYS - THE SW OF WHICH FIXED BY HSA IN 510444N, 011152E [OGB]. (ADU REPORT, DTD 14.6.91). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 24.1.11 NOT LOCATED IN 2010 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1341). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 24, 2011

Circumstances of loss

ENGLISH EAST INDIA COMPANY SHIP, BUILT AROUND 1727. (ADU).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 4.768 N,1 11.765 E
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FAQ

Where is the GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 4.768 N,1 11.765 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) sink?

The GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 1, 1744.

When was the wreck of the GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1991.

What country did the GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY)?

The GRANTHAM (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.