Kirkby (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kirkby (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 40.223 N,5 27.174 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.670383
  • Longitude: -5.452900
Wreck Depth 63 m
Water Depth 71 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KIRKBY (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Sonar Length 115
Shadow Height 8
Orientation 45
Tonnage 3034
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 17, 1915
Scour Dimensions ,,001.0,
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H095/39 H095/39 C IN C WESTERN APPROACHES REPD NSC IN 523930N, 052630W. H1950/76 13.11.80 H1950/76 13.11.80 WK EXAM'D 9.6.80 IN 524012N, 052706W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 62.5 IN GEN DEPTH 71MTRS. SCOUR 1MTR. DCS3 HT 7MTRS. APPROX LENGTH 90MTRS, LYING NE/SW. STRONG MAGNETIC SIGNATURE. APPEARS TO BE BROKEN AMIDSHIPS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 40/80). BR STD. H1935/80 7.10.82 H1935/80 7.10.82 EXAM'D 17.7.81 IN 524013N, 052707W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 63 IN GEN DEPTH 71MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 1MTR. DCS3 HT 8MTRS. APPROX 115 MTRS LONG, LYING WNW/ESE. APPARENTLY BROKEN UP. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 3). NCA. 27.1.14 SEP 2014/000004134 27.1.14 LOCATED IN 5240.223N, 0527.174W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 63.3MTRS. (CEFAS MID-ST GEORGE'S CHANNEL SURVEY, 2013). AMEND WK 63MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 23M W BY S FROM BARDSEY ISLAND.

General Comments

APPARENTLY BROKEN UP

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FAQ

Where is the KIRKBY (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The KIRKBY (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 40.223 N,5 27.174 W.

How deep is the KIRKBY (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The KIRKBY (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 63 meters and is located at coordinates 52 40.223 N,5 27.174 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KIRKBY (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the KIRKBY (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 71 meters deep.

When did the KIRKBY (PROBABLY) sink?

The KIRKBY (PROBABLY) sank on Aug 17, 1915.

When was the wreck of the KIRKBY (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KIRKBY (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1939.

What country did the KIRKBY (PROBABLY) belong to?

The KIRKBY (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KIRKBY (PROBABLY) carrying?

The KIRKBY (PROBABLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the KIRKBY (PROBABLY)?

The KIRKBY (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 3034 tons.

What type of wreck is the KIRKBY (PROBABLY)?

The KIRKBY (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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