Hms Helen Wilson Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms helen wilson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 24.941 N,5 29.65 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.415683
  • Longitude: -5.494167
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS HELEN WILSON
Type drifter
Flag GB
Shadow Height 3
Tonnage 44
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 5, 1917
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details HH100/351/03 30.11.90 LIES, HALF UNDER SOME FISH PENS, IN 562457N, 052935W APPROX [POSN TAKEN FROM CHART CUTTING]. STANDS 3-4MTRS HIGH. (K WATSON, 2.11.90). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

HIRED ?1917. SANK FOLLOWING A FIRE. (SHIPS OF THE RN).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS HELEN WILSON wreck located?

The HMS HELEN WILSON wreck is located at coordinates 56 24.941 N,5 29.65 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS HELEN WILSON?

The seabed around the HMS HELEN WILSON lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the HMS HELEN WILSON sink?

The HMS HELEN WILSON sank on Dec 5, 1917.

When was the wreck of the HMS HELEN WILSON discovered?

The wreck of the HMS HELEN WILSON was discovered in 1990.

What country did the HMS HELEN WILSON belong to?

The HMS HELEN WILSON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS HELEN WILSON?

The HMS HELEN WILSON had a tonnage of 44 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS HELEN WILSON?

The HMS HELEN WILSON is classified as a drifter.