Langton Grange (Stern Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Langton grange (stern section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 54.291 N,5 22.713 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.904850
  • Longitude: -5.378550
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 128 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 9.1
Orientation 135
Tonnage 5852
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 5, 1909
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1909
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Feb 22, 2013

Surveying Details

H3542/68 1.4.69 H3542/68 1.4.69 WK IN 515416N, 052239W STRANDED ON BELL ROCK, NORTH BISHOPS GROUP, REPORTED TO LIE IN A NW/SE DIRECTION. NEGOTIATION AT PRESENT FOR SALVAGE RIGHTS WITH GPPS SALVAGE GROUP LTD. (R EDMUNDS, 27.3.69). CHART AS DWP. BR STD.H3542/68 21.7.71 NOW CHARTED AS DW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1482. H4919/77 29.12.77 H4919/77 29.12.77 POSN ABOVE IS THE STERN SECTION OF THE LANGTON GRANGE. BOW SECTION LIES IN 515412N, 052241E. ENGINE LIES ON TOP OF E SIDE OF ROCK. STERN RUNS DOWN TO 140FT. (E GILES) H1950/80 12.1.82 H1950/80 12.1.82 NOT FOUND NOR SPECIALLY SEARCHED FOR. (HMS FOX, HI 20). HH100/351/19 12.11.92 HH100/351/19 12.11.92 DIVED IN LISTED POSN. LIES ON THE N SIDE OF BELL ROCK 100MTRS NE OF THE MOST NORTHERLY OF THE BISHOP ROCKS. SMALL WK LIES ON THE TOP OF THE ROCK AT 14MTRS AND THE LANGTON GRANGE LIES FULL OPENED AND EXPOSED FROM 14MTRS TO 40MTRS GEN DEPTH. (R JONES). NCA. 22.1.13 22.1.13 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. SEABED IS ROCKS. (EMU, HI 1365). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1896 BY WORKMAN, CLARKE & CO LTD, BELFAST. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HOULDER LINE LTD. FOUR BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 568HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE GLASGOW FOR NEWPORT. IN BALLAST. WRECKED ON BELL ROCK, NORTH BISHOPS.

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FAQ

Where is the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) wreck located?

The LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 51 54.291 N,5 22.713 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION)?

The seabed around the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) sink?

The LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) sank on Aug 5, 1909.

When was the wreck of the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) was discovered in 1909.

What country did the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) belong to?

The LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) carrying?

The LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION)?

The LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) had a tonnage of 5852 tons.

What type of wreck is the LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION)?

The LANGTON GRANGE (STERN SECTION) is classified as a steam ship.

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