Herschel Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Herschel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 30.581 N,3 6.58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.509683
  • Longitude: -3.109667
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HERSCHEL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 11 m
Width 11 m
Draught 5.6
Tonnage 1693
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 17, 1901
Original Detection Year 1901
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date May 21, 2025

Surveying Details

18.1.1902 DISPERSED BY BLASTING TO DEPTH 44FT [LBD], COMPLETED 18.1.1902. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN ON K3500 NO 10. SEE ALSO 'BAY FISHER' IN SAME POSN. H2437/76 24.3.81 NOW SW 8.5MTRS IN 533034N, 030630W. (MD & HC 17.3.81). INS AS OSW 8.5MTRS. NE 1951. 14.11.01 SHOWN AS OBSTN (NO DEPTH SPECIFIED) ON BA 1951 [NE 17.5.01]. GEN DEPTH NOW 7MTRS. HH091/124/01 9.5.06 NOT LOCATED USING M/B. GEN DEPTH NOW 6.8MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. RSDRA2024000318469 20.02.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2024). (Mersey Docks and Harbour Company Survey, DTD 18.09.24). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF IRON IN 1884 BY BARTRAM, HASWELL & CO, SUNERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY H WALLIS, CARDIFF. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 178NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE HUEVAL FOR MANCHESTER. RUN INTO & SUNK BY SS 'ARDEALA', ABOUT 550YDS SE BY E 1/4 E FROM C4 RED BUOY. (SIBI). RSDRA2025000169193 12.05.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (PEEL PORTS LIVERPOOL, DTD 17.03.25). NFA.

General Comments

IRON HULL

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FAQ

Where is the HERSCHEL wreck located?

The HERSCHEL wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.581 N,3 6.58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HERSCHEL?

The seabed around the HERSCHEL lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the HERSCHEL sink?

The HERSCHEL sank on Nov 17, 1901.

When was the wreck of the HERSCHEL discovered?

The wreck of the HERSCHEL was discovered in 1901.

What country did the HERSCHEL belong to?

The HERSCHEL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HERSCHEL carrying?

The HERSCHEL was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the HERSCHEL?

The HERSCHEL had a tonnage of 1693 tons.

What type of wreck is the HERSCHEL?

The HERSCHEL is classified as a steam ship.

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