Lord Derby Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lord derby Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 34.027 N,5 14.064 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.567117
  • Longitude: -5.234400
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LORD DERBY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3757
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 28, 1917
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Apr 28, 1980

Surveying Details

REPORTED LOST 7.5M 196DEG FROM ST ANNS HEAD, LATER REPORTED LOST 7M SOUTHWEST BY SOUTH FROM ST ANNS HEAD. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 18.2.45 18.2.45 SONAR CONTACT. REPD SUNK IN 513400N, 051500W APPROX. (AUBD 320/56). NCA. 14.11.72 14.11.72 TO BE SHOWN AS WK PA 15FMS PA. NE 1178. 18.12.72 18.12.72 INS AS WK USC PA 27MTRS. NC 1478. 4.5.78 4.5.78 INS AS WK USC PA 30MTRS. NC 1178. HH1921/80 31.3.80 HH1921/80 & H1270/80 31.3.80 LORD DEBY PROBABLY WK LOCATED IN 513214N, 051637W [SEE 11926]. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 52/80).THIS RECORD AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD. 2.12.11 2.12.11 NOT LOCATED 14.4.10 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1328). AN AREA OF SANDWAVES. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

ON PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR MILFORD HAVEN, TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE. 3 LIVES LOST. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the LORD DERBY wreck located?

The LORD DERBY wreck is located at coordinates 51 34.027 N,5 14.064 W.

How deep is the LORD DERBY and where exactly is it located?

The LORD DERBY lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 51 34.027 N,5 14.064 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LORD DERBY?

The seabed around the LORD DERBY lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the LORD DERBY sink?

The LORD DERBY sank on Dec 28, 1917.

When was the wreck of the LORD DERBY discovered?

The wreck of the LORD DERBY was discovered in 1945.

What country did the LORD DERBY belong to?

The LORD DERBY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LORD DERBY?

The LORD DERBY had a tonnage of 3757 tons.

What type of wreck is the LORD DERBY?

The LORD DERBY is classified as a steam ship.

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