Herlief Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Herlief Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 30.615 N,3 4.214 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.510250
  • Longitude: -3.070233
Wreck Depth -9 m
Water Depth -6 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HERLIEF
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 129
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 23, 1882
Original Detection Year 1882
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details DEPTH 28FT ABOVE LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN ON 1951 AS ST DR 28FT. 26.3.75 26.3.75 INS ST DRIES 9.0MTRS [LAT]. (K3500/KF NO 10). NC 1951.
Last Amended Date May 10, 1977

Circumstances of loss

29.8.1882 DROVE ON SHORE ON CROSBY BEACH. WENT TO PIECES ON 29.8.1882.

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FAQ

Where is the HERLIEF wreck located?

The HERLIEF wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.615 N,3 4.214 W.

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

The HERLIEF lies at a depth of about -9 meters and is located at coordinates 53 30.615 N,3 4.214 W.

When did the HERLIEF sink?

The HERLIEF sank on Aug 23, 1882.

When was the wreck of the HERLIEF discovered?

The wreck of the HERLIEF was discovered in 1882.

What was the tonnage of the HERLIEF?

The HERLIEF had a tonnage of 129 tons.

What type of wreck is the HERLIEF?

The HERLIEF is classified as a sailing vessel.