Lamorna 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
Lamorna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 43.784 N,1 37.934 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.729733
  • Longitude: -1.632233
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAMORNA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 120
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 4, 1951
Original Detection Year 1952
Last Detection Year 1970
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Feb 22, 2000

Surveying Details

H1577/52 21.2.52 H1577/52 WRECK IN 504345N, 013751W [OGB]. (TH LTR, L 512/1952, 21.2.52). CHART AS ST. BR STD. H5808/55 17.9.70 H5808/55 17.9.70 DIVED SEVERAL TIMES BUT NO WRECKAGE LOCATED. LOCAL FARMER SAYS WRECK SALVAGED 18 MONTHS AFTER SINKING. SMALL PARTS OF STEEL WORK VISIBLE IN SAND DUNES. (E BENNETT, TELECON 17.9.70). DELETE. NC 2219.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1902. (SIBI). PASSAGE GOSPORT FOR THE S CHINA SEA. IN DISTRESS IN HEAVY WEATHER, TAKEN IN TOW BUT SANK BETWEEN MILFORD AND BARTON. (LLOYDS).

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FAQ

Where is the LAMORNA wreck located?

The LAMORNA wreck is located at coordinates 50 43.784 N,1 37.934 W.

When did the LAMORNA sink?

The LAMORNA sank on Nov 4, 1951.

When was the wreck of the LAMORNA discovered?

The wreck of the LAMORNA was discovered in 1952.

What country did the LAMORNA belong to?

The LAMORNA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LAMORNA?

The LAMORNA had a tonnage of 120 tons.

What type of wreck is the LAMORNA?

The LAMORNA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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