Hms Nottingham Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms nottingham Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 29.502 N,1 15.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.491700
  • Longitude: -1.251667
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS NOTTINGHAM
Type light cruiser
Flag GB
Length 137.2 m
Width 14.9 m
Tonnage 5400
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Nov 4, 2015

Surveying Details

POSN 552930N, 011500W. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). HH4214/26 1.7.26 INS AS DWPA (1916) IN 552930N, 011500W. BR STD. 14.3.74 AMEND TO USCPA 28MTRS. BR STD. 29.7.77 AMEND TO USCPA 40MTRS. BR STD. H1270/85 3.10.85 DELETED. BR STD. HH090/843/01 23.12.99 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 843). ORIGINAL POSN PLOTS ASHORE. SEE [4826]. NCA. SEP 2015/000220786 4.11.15 EXAM'D BY BDC, NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (DS22, CEFAS SURVEY 2012). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U52.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS NOTTINGHAM wreck located?

The HMS NOTTINGHAM wreck is located at coordinates 55 29.502 N,1 15.1 W.

How deep is the HMS NOTTINGHAM and where exactly is it located?

The HMS NOTTINGHAM lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 55 29.502 N,1 15.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS NOTTINGHAM?

The seabed around the HMS NOTTINGHAM lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the HMS NOTTINGHAM sink?

The HMS NOTTINGHAM sank on Aug 19, 1916.

When was the wreck of the HMS NOTTINGHAM discovered?

The wreck of the HMS NOTTINGHAM was discovered in 1916.

What country did the HMS NOTTINGHAM belong to?

The HMS NOTTINGHAM belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS NOTTINGHAM?

The HMS NOTTINGHAM had a tonnage of 5400 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS NOTTINGHAM?

The HMS NOTTINGHAM is classified as a light cruiser.

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