Lochranza Castle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Lochranza castle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 30.765 N,3 4.531 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.512750
  • Longitude: -3.075517
Wreck Depth -7.2 m
Water Depth -7 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOCHRANZA CASTLE
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 75
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 22, 1938
Original Detection Year 1938
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date May 10, 1977

Surveying Details

CERTIFICATE OF OBSTRUCTION ISSUED. SALVAGE ASSOCIATION APPOINTED AGENT FOR CARGO. WK DESTROYED BY MARINE DEPARTMENT. HEIGHT 22FT ABOVE LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN AS ST (DRIES 22FT) ON 1951. 26.3.75 26.3.75 NOW ST DRIES 7.2MTRS [LAT]. (K3500/KF NO 10). NC 1951.

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED & SANK.

General Comments

STEEL HULL

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FAQ

Where is the LOCHRANZA CASTLE wreck located?

The LOCHRANZA CASTLE wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.765 N,3 4.531 W.

How deep is the LOCHRANZA CASTLE and where exactly is it located?

The LOCHRANZA CASTLE lies at a depth of about -7.2 meters and is located at coordinates 53 30.765 N,3 4.531 W.

When did the LOCHRANZA CASTLE sink?

The LOCHRANZA CASTLE sank on Nov 22, 1938.

When was the wreck of the LOCHRANZA CASTLE discovered?

The wreck of the LOCHRANZA CASTLE was discovered in 1938.

What was the tonnage of the LOCHRANZA CASTLE?

The LOCHRANZA CASTLE had a tonnage of 75 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOCHRANZA CASTLE?

The LOCHRANZA CASTLE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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