Kilgerran Castle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kilgerran castle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 21.02 N,8 35.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.350333
  • Longitude: -8.584000
Water Depth 87 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KILGERRAN CASTLE
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 276
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H01001/40 SUNK IN 512100N, 083500W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 6, 2014

Circumstances of loss

STEEL HULL. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE SWANSEA FOR FISHING GROUNDS. SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. NO CASUALTIES. (LLWW2 & SII).

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FAQ

Where is the KILGERRAN CASTLE wreck located?

The KILGERRAN CASTLE wreck is located at coordinates 51 21.02 N,8 35.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KILGERRAN CASTLE?

The seabed around the KILGERRAN CASTLE lies at approximately 87 meters deep.

When did the KILGERRAN CASTLE sink?

The KILGERRAN CASTLE sank on Dec 2, 1940.

When was the wreck of the KILGERRAN CASTLE discovered?

The wreck of the KILGERRAN CASTLE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the KILGERRAN CASTLE belong to?

The KILGERRAN CASTLE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KILGERRAN CASTLE?

The KILGERRAN CASTLE had a tonnage of 276 tons.

What type of wreck is the KILGERRAN CASTLE?

The KILGERRAN CASTLE is classified as a trawler.

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