Loyal Friend Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Loyal friend Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 40.376 N,2 54.596 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.672933
  • Longitude: -2.909933
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOYAL FRIEND
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 8, 1961
Original Detection Year 1961
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2010

Surveying Details

H1531/61 29.3.61 ASHORE ON ROCKS AT PENTLAND SKERRIES. (CG WICK) AGROUND IN 584024N, 025430W [OGB]. (LL). NCA. H2925/83 21.1.85 NOT REFERRED TO IN REPORT OF SURVEY. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 204) AMENDED TO ABEY. 18.11.03 DATA RE-ASSESSED. AMENDED TO DEAD. RSDRA2022000137295 31.1.23 UNABLE TO SURVEY DUE TO PROXIMTY OF LAND. (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI1709). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

ASHORE ON ROCKS AT PENTLAND SKERRIES. LATER DISAPPEARED. NOT KNOWN IF AFLOAT OR BROKEN UP. (CG WICK).

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FAQ

Where is the LOYAL FRIEND wreck located?

The LOYAL FRIEND wreck is located at coordinates 58 40.376 N,2 54.596 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOYAL FRIEND?

The seabed around the LOYAL FRIEND lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the LOYAL FRIEND sink?

The LOYAL FRIEND sank on Mar 8, 1961.

When was the wreck of the LOYAL FRIEND discovered?

The wreck of the LOYAL FRIEND was discovered in 1961.

What country did the LOYAL FRIEND belong to?

The LOYAL FRIEND belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the LOYAL FRIEND?

The LOYAL FRIEND is classified as a fishing vessel.

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