King Cadwallan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
King cadwallan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 57.96 N,6 14.61 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.966000
  • Longitude: -6.243500
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KING CADWALLAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 99.4 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3275
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 29, 1906
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 2016

Surveying Details

H3542/68 21.5.69 WRECK LYING NORTH OF HARD LEWIS LEDGES IN 495758N, 061434W IN GEN DEPTH OF 80-100FT. LITTLE REMAINS INTACT OTHER THAN ENGINES AND BOILER. SOME SALVAGE CARRIED OUT IN THE PAST. (R EDMONDS, REPORT DTD 13.5.69). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 1.8.06 WK LIES IN 4957.960N, 0614.610W [WGD]. FLATTENED AT THE BASE OF THE ROCKS. ENGINE LIES ON ITS SIDE, TWO MAIN BOILERS ON THEIR ENDS. (DIVER MAGAZINE, AUG '06). INS AS NDW. BR STD. SEP2016/000143596 17.11.2016 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY. (MMT, HI 1470). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1900. OWNED BY KING LINE. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 278NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY FOR NAPLES. STRUCK THE HARD LEWIS IN FOG AND WAS WRECKED. (ISLES OF SCILLY MUSEUM & DIVER MAGAZINE).

General Comments

BROKEN UP AND FLATTENED

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FAQ

Where is the KING CADWALLAN wreck located?

The KING CADWALLAN wreck is located at coordinates 49 57.96 N,6 14.61 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KING CADWALLAN?

The seabed around the KING CADWALLAN lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the KING CADWALLAN sink?

The KING CADWALLAN sank on Jul 29, 1906.

When was the wreck of the KING CADWALLAN discovered?

The wreck of the KING CADWALLAN was discovered in 1969.

What country did the KING CADWALLAN belong to?

The KING CADWALLAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KING CADWALLAN carrying?

The KING CADWALLAN was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the KING CADWALLAN?

The KING CADWALLAN had a tonnage of 3275 tons.

What type of wreck is the KING CADWALLAN?

The KING CADWALLAN is classified as a steam ship.

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