Lochshiel (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lochshiel (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 30.315 N,4 53.32 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.505250
  • Longitude: -4.888667
Wreck Depth 77 m
Water Depth 79 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY)
Type ferry
Flag GB
Length 14 m
Sonar Length 10
Sonar Width 10
Shadow Height 2
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 16, 2024

Surveying Details

7.5.70 SANK APPROX 5 MILES SE OF HOLY ISLAND, IN 552700N, 050200W. (LL VOL 200). H2885/83 6.12.84 NOT FOUND WITHIN 0.75M OF THIS POSN. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 165/B). H2579/76 25.3.87 OBSTN, POSSIBLY WKGE, LOCATED 31.1.87 IN 553019N, 045315W [OGB] USING HIFIX. APPROX 2MTRS HIGH AND EXTENDS OVER AN AREA OF APPROX 10 X 10MTRS. GEN DEPTH 82MTRS (UNREDUCED). (HMS BICESTER, HN 1.2.87). INS AS OBSTN 77MTRS. BR STD. RSDRA2023000238835 3.11.23 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2023). (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1681). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

WAS ADRIFT WITH NO LIGHTS FOLLOWING LOSS OF POWER DUE BROKEN FUEL LINE. WAS RUN INTO BY UNKNOWN VESSEL AND SANK.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 30.315 N,4 53.32 W
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FAQ

Where is the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 30.315 N,4 53.32 W.

How deep is the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 77 meters and is located at coordinates 55 30.315 N,4 53.32 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 79 meters deep.

When did the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) sink?

The LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 28, 1970.

When was the wreck of the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1970.

What country did the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY)?

The LOCHSHIEL (POSSIBLY) is classified as a ferry.

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