Hms Xmas Rose (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms xmas rose (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 48.531 N,1 25.595 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.808850
  • Longitude: 1.426583
Wreck Depth 6.2 m
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY)
Type drifter
Flag GB
Tonnage 96
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2024

Surveying Details

H01063/40 8.1.41 SUNK IN 514824N, 012511E, APPROX. (CAPT MS, SHEERNESS). NCA. H2101/74 16.1.74 WK IN 514830N, 012542E [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. FOUND WHILE SOUNDING BUT LATER COULD NOT BE RE-LOCATED. LEAST E/S DEPTH OBTAINED 6.2 IN GEN DEPTHS 1 TO 10MTRS (ON SIDE OF BANK). SCOUR DEPTH 7.8MTRS [LAT]. (HMS EGERIA). BR STD. HH090/628/01 5.7.94 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3, MAGNETOMETER OR E/S. RETAIN AS CHARTED. (N0 1016, HI 628). NCA. 28.2.13 NOT LOCATED 2012 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1398). AMEND DEAD. RSDRA2024000232298 7.11.24 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2023/2024. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI1802). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF STEEL IN 1918. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. HIRED AS MINESWEEPER 11.1939. AUXILLARY PATROL DRIFTER FROM 8.1940. MINED. (WW2SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 48.531 N,1 25.595 E.

How deep is the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 6.2 meters and is located at coordinates 51 48.531 N,1 25.595 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY)?

The HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 96 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY)?

The HMS XMAS ROSE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a drifter.

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