John Creighton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
John creighton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 46.016 N,0 0.504 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.766933
  • Longitude: -0.008400
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOHN CREIGHTON
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 15.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 20, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH242/352/01 11.5.89 ASHORE IN 534600N, 000100W. ONLY DEBRIS REMAINS ONSHORE. (MRSC HUMBER, 20.4.89). PLOTS INSHORE. POSN 534600N. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 25, 2020

Circumstances of loss

HAD GEARBOX FAILURE WHILE ON PASSAGE R HUMBER FOR WHITBY AND WAS PUT ASHORE. REFLOATING ATTEMPT FAILED AND WK WAS BROKEN UP BY SWELL. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the JOHN CREIGHTON wreck located?

The JOHN CREIGHTON wreck is located at coordinates 53 46.016 N,0 0.504 W.

When did the JOHN CREIGHTON sink?

The JOHN CREIGHTON sank on Apr 20, 1989.

When was the wreck of the JOHN CREIGHTON discovered?

The wreck of the JOHN CREIGHTON was discovered in 1989.

What country did the JOHN CREIGHTON belong to?

The JOHN CREIGHTON belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the JOHN CREIGHTON?

The JOHN CREIGHTON is classified as a fishing vessel.