Iona 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
Iona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 42.234 N,1 31.818 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.703900
  • Longitude: -1.530300
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IONA
Type yacht
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source survey vessel
Surveying Details H5507/59 11.2.60 ST IN 504212N, 013144W [OGB]. (TH, 24.9.58). R/S. 23.3.77 NOT VISIBLE ON AIR PHOTO, SORTIE OS/71/010, PRINT NO 10 DTD 10.3.71. (PHOTOGRAMMETRY). NCA YET. H4613/73 13.2.78 ST IN 504212N, 013144W [OGB] USING HSA. COMPLETELY BROKEN UP. LARGEST PIECE IS PART OF A PLATE ABOUT 0.75MTRS HIGH EMBEDDED IN CLAY & BOULDERS AT HW LINE. RECOMMENDED TO BE EXPUNGED. (SCES, R-OF-S 266/2 DTD 16.1.78 & H270 AMENDMENT). AMENDED TO DEAD. R/P.
Last Amended Date Mar 3, 1997
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 42.234 N,1 31.818 W
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FAQ

Where is the IONA wreck located?

The IONA wreck is located at coordinates 50 42.234 N,1 31.818 W.

When was the wreck of the IONA discovered?

The wreck of the IONA was discovered in 1958.

What type of wreck is the IONA?

The IONA is classified as a yacht.