Guiding Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Guiding star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 52.308 N,5 19.247 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.871800
  • Longitude: -5.320783
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GUIDING STAR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 44.9 m
Width 7.1 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 296
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 19, 1885
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source diver
Surveying Details H4919/77 21.12.77 H4919/77 21.12.77 WK SEEN IN 515217N, 051911W, WHILE DIVING ON 'COUNT D'ASPREMENT'. (E GILES, LTR DTD 11.12.77). NCA. 22.2.13 22.2.13 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. SEABED ROCKY. (EMU, HI 1365). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 22, 2013

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1866 BY READHEAD SOFTLEY & CO, SOUTH SHIELDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY STRONG BROS, LIVERPOOL. ONE BOILER, SINGLE CYLINDER LEVER ENGINE, PADDLE PROPULSION. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR CARDIFF. IN BALLAST. STRANDED AND LOST ON THE HORSE ROCK IN SSE FORCE 3. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the GUIDING STAR wreck located?

The GUIDING STAR wreck is located at coordinates 51 52.308 N,5 19.247 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GUIDING STAR?

The seabed around the GUIDING STAR lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the GUIDING STAR sink?

The GUIDING STAR sank on May 19, 1885.

When was the wreck of the GUIDING STAR discovered?

The wreck of the GUIDING STAR was discovered in 1977.

What country did the GUIDING STAR belong to?

The GUIDING STAR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GUIDING STAR carrying?

The GUIDING STAR was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the GUIDING STAR?

The GUIDING STAR had a tonnage of 296 tons.

What type of wreck is the GUIDING STAR?

The GUIDING STAR is classified as a steam ship.

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