Happy Return Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Happy return Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 26.249 N,3 0.648 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.437483
  • Longitude: -3.010800
Wreck Depth 5.3 m
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HAPPY RETURN
Type barge
Flag GB
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 2, 1898
Original Detection Year 1898
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source survey vessel
Surveying Details H3803/72 11.12.72 H3803/72 11.12.72 OBSTRUCTION IN 532614N, 030034W OR 110DEG, 7300FT FROM ROCK LTHO. (MDHB SURVEYS K3994(8)/ZG & K4111(6)/LI). INS AS WK 3FMS 1FT. - NM 2352/72. 5.3.1898 DISPERSED BY BLASTING (SMALL CHARGES) BY MDHB 5.3.1898 & FOLLOWING DAYS AFTER AN ATTEMPT TO LIFT HER HAD FAILED OWING TO THE WRECK BEING SO DEEPLY EMBEDDED IN THE MUD. DEPTH 19FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 27.2.74 27.2.74 AMEND TO WK 5.3MTRS [LAT]. NC 1951. H5423/81 2.6.82 H5423/81 2.6.82 NOT SHOWN ON K4111/9 (MDHC). DELETE. NC 3490. H5423/81 6.12.82 H5423/81 6.12.82 THIS WK SHOULD ALWAYS BE SHOWN. (MDHC, 1.10.82). AMEND LIVE. BR STD. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH 6.0MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD. RSDRA2025000168997 02.05.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY SURVEY, DTD 17.03.25). NFA. RDSRA2025000305099 10.07.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY SURVEY, DTD 04.06.25). NFA. RSDRA2025000395727 19.08.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY SURVEY, DTD 22.07.25). NFA. RSDRA2025000484708 06.10.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY SURVEY, DTD 26.09.25). NFA.
Last Amended Date Oct 7, 2025

Circumstances of loss

FILLED OVER ALL & SANK ABOUT 300FT WEST FROM THE N CORNER OF S LIE-BY AT CANADA BASIN.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 26.249 N,3 0.648 W
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FAQ

Where is the HAPPY RETURN wreck located?

The HAPPY RETURN wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.249 N,3 0.648 W.

How deep is the HAPPY RETURN and where exactly is it located?

The HAPPY RETURN lies at a depth of about 5.3 meters and is located at coordinates 53 26.249 N,3 0.648 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HAPPY RETURN?

The seabed around the HAPPY RETURN lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the HAPPY RETURN sink?

The HAPPY RETURN sank on Mar 2, 1898.

When was the wreck of the HAPPY RETURN discovered?

The wreck of the HAPPY RETURN was discovered in 1898.

What country did the HAPPY RETURN belong to?

The HAPPY RETURN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HAPPY RETURN carrying?

The HAPPY RETURN was carrying coal.

What type of wreck is the HAPPY RETURN?

The HAPPY RETURN is classified as a barge.

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