Lavernock Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lavernock Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 28.533 N,5 5.763 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.475550
  • Longitude: -5.096050
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAVERNOCK
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 83.8 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 2406
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 17, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 23, 2011

Surveying Details

20.9.18 20.9.18 REPD LOST 5M SW OF TREVOSE HD & SANK IMMEDIATELY IN 502830N, 050542W. (BOT). 23.9.18 23.9.18 REPD LOST IN SAME POSN AS ABOVE. (R A FALMOUTHS AP REPORT). CHART AS WK (OLD SYMBOL). (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NM 674/20. H2537/28 27.8.28 H2537/28 & H4337/28 27.8.28 NOW CHARTED AS DW PA 1918. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. H5872/52 19.11.53 H5872/52 19.11.53 NOW CHARTED AS NDW PA. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1149. H2959/73 19.9.73 H2959/73 19.9.73 NOTHING FOUND IN 502830N, 050542W USING MAGNETOMETER AND E/S. (MR GILES, 18.8.73). 29.11.78 29.11.78 CONFIRMED NO WK IN ABOVE POSN. (R DAVIS). AMEND POSN FOR FILING ONLY. BR STD. 23.11.11 23.11.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1888 BY PALMERS CO OF NEWCASTLE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ADAMS (ALLEN) & CO LTD PRUDENTIAL BLDGS, SOUTHAMPTON. TORPEDOED BY UB 117 WITH THE LOSS OF 25 LIVES INCLUDING THE CAPTAIN. (DODS & DER KRIEG ZUR ZEE).

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FAQ

Where is the LAVERNOCK wreck located?

The LAVERNOCK wreck is located at coordinates 50 28.533 N,5 5.763 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LAVERNOCK?

The seabed around the LAVERNOCK lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the LAVERNOCK sink?

The LAVERNOCK sank on Sep 17, 1918.

When was the wreck of the LAVERNOCK discovered?

The wreck of the LAVERNOCK was discovered in 1918.

What country did the LAVERNOCK belong to?

The LAVERNOCK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LAVERNOCK carrying?

The LAVERNOCK was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the LAVERNOCK?

The LAVERNOCK had a tonnage of 2406 tons.

What type of wreck is the LAVERNOCK?

The LAVERNOCK is classified as a steam ship.

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