Helbri Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Helbri Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 5.686 N,3 52.769 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.094767
  • Longitude: -3.879483
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HELBRI
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 10.7 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 28, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH232/450/01 12.2.93 HH232/450/01 12.2.93 SANK IN APPROX 500539N, 035242W [OGB]. (BRIXHAM MRSC, SIG DTD 28.1.93). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH091/059/01 14.4.05 HH091/059/01 14.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

FOULED PROPELLER 12M SW OF START POINT. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BY FV ARTILLERYMAN 3 FOR PLYMOUTH BUT STARTED TO SHIP WATER IN ROUGH SEA AND EVENTUALLY SANK. (BRIXHAM MRSC).

General Comments

GRP HULL

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FAQ

Where is the HELBRI wreck located?

The HELBRI wreck is located at coordinates 50 5.686 N,3 52.769 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HELBRI?

The seabed around the HELBRI lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the HELBRI sink?

The HELBRI sank on Jan 28, 1993.

When was the wreck of the HELBRI discovered?

The wreck of the HELBRI was discovered in 1993.

What country did the HELBRI belong to?

The HELBRI belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the HELBRI?

The HELBRI is classified as a fishing vessel.

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