Lancaster Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lancaster Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 33.519 N,0 34.294 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.558650
  • Longitude: 0.571567
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LANCASTER
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 165
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 12, 1905
Original Detection Year 1905
Last Detection Year 1993
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 12 MILES E OF SPURN LT VESSEL. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 53330N, 003424E FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/593/01 23.12.93 NOT FOUND. (OCEONICS [UK] LTD, HI 593). AMENDED TO DEAD SEP 2014/000180690 19.8.14 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE, HI 1419). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2014

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HAGERUP DOUGHTY CO LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE GRIMSBY FOR FISHING GROUNDS AND RETURN. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH SS 'COSSACK' OF SOUTH SHIELDS. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the LANCASTER wreck located?

The LANCASTER wreck is located at coordinates 53 33.519 N,0 34.294 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LANCASTER?

The seabed around the LANCASTER lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the LANCASTER sink?

The LANCASTER sank on Apr 12, 1905.

When was the wreck of the LANCASTER discovered?

The wreck of the LANCASTER was discovered in 1905.

What country did the LANCASTER belong to?

The LANCASTER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LANCASTER carrying?

The LANCASTER was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the LANCASTER?

The LANCASTER had a tonnage of 165 tons.

What type of wreck is the LANCASTER?

The LANCASTER is classified as a trawler.

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