Lucilla Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lucilla Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 46.434 N,1 18.353 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.773900
  • Longitude: -1.305883
Water Depth 19 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LUCILLA
Type yacht
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Shells
Original Detection Year 1930
Last Detection Year 1930
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jun 14, 2011

Surveying Details

H5294/30 7.8.30 WRECK IN 504624N, 011816W APPROX, OR 038DEGS, 5C FROM EGYPT POINT. (C-IN-C PORTSMOUTH). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H5294/30 13.8.30 LETTER TO COWES HBR COMMISSIONERS RE SALVAGE. H5294/30 8.9.30 DEPTH STATED AS 9-10FMS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H5294/30 7.10.30 POSN 039DEGS, 4.9C FROM EGYPT POINT. DEPTH 55FT. (TH). H5294/30 14.10.30 SEARCH BY HMS FLINDERS IN AREA 250YDS IN EACH DIRECTION FROM 039DEGS, 4.9C FROM EGYPT POINT LIGHT. SWEPT E-W, NO OBSTN FOULED. SOUNDED OVER AT SLACK WATER WITH NO RESULT. SWEPT N-S WITH NO RESULT EVEN THOUGH CHAIN BURNISHED. CLOSELY SOUNDED BY MOTOR BOATS, SOUNDINGS AGREE WITH CHART. POSSIBLY BROKEN UP AFTER EXPLOSIVES WERE USED TO REMOVE MAST BY TRINITY HOUSE. (HMS FLINDERS, 14.10.30). H5294/30 21.10.30 NO FURTHER SEARCH REQUIRED. (HYDROGRAPHER). AMENDED TO DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the LUCILLA wreck located?

The LUCILLA wreck is located at coordinates 50 46.434 N,1 18.353 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LUCILLA?

The seabed around the LUCILLA lies at approximately 19 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the LUCILLA discovered?

The wreck of the LUCILLA was discovered in 1930.

What type of wreck is the LUCILLA?

The LUCILLA is classified as a yacht.

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