Holmrook Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Holmrook Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 41.2 N,1 46.796 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.686667
  • Longitude: -1.779933
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HOLMROOK
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 45.7 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 404
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 28, 1892
Original Detection Year 1892
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details WRECKED ON EMANUEL HD, HOLY ISLAND. (LLOYDS). POSN 554112N, 014672W FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/915/01 21.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON EMANUEL HD, HOLY ISLAND. EN ROUTE FROM ARBROATH TO ROTTERDAM. SHE LATER BROKE IN TWO AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS.

General Comments

IRON HULL

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 41.2 N,1 46.796 W
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FAQ

Where is the HOLMROOK wreck located?

The HOLMROOK wreck is located at coordinates 55 41.2 N,1 46.796 W.

When did the HOLMROOK sink?

The HOLMROOK sank on Mar 28, 1892.

When was the wreck of the HOLMROOK discovered?

The wreck of the HOLMROOK was discovered in 1892.

What country did the HOLMROOK belong to?

The HOLMROOK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HOLMROOK carrying?

The HOLMROOK was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the HOLMROOK?

The HOLMROOK had a tonnage of 404 tons.

What type of wreck is the HOLMROOK?

The HOLMROOK is classified as a steam ship.

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