Ludgate Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Ludgate Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 30.02 N,8 59.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.500333
  • Longitude: -8.984000
Wreck Depth 27 m
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LUDGATE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 105.8 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3708
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 26, 1917
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 1978

Surveying Details

SUNK 2M S FROM GALLEY HEAD, OR 512830N, 085630W. (BMVS). [NO DATE] POSN 513000N, 085700W APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H2385/34 2.5.34 FOUND BY ARTIGLIO IN 513000N, 085900W. (LL & SPECTATOR). - TNM 678/34. H2385/35 12.7.35 BUOYS REPORTED TO HAVE BEEN REMOVED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). TNM CANCELLED. 5.7.70 PRESUMED TO HAVE BEEN LOCATED BY SALVAGE DIVERS. POSN NOT KNOWN. (LLOYDS & SALVAGE ASSOCIATION, TELECON). 17.4.74 WRECK REMAINS ABOUT 20FT HIGH. (E GILES). 17.4.74 INS AS WK USC PA 15FMS IN 513000N, 085900W. (HMS VICEROY). BR STD. 30.6.76 AMEND TO WK USC PA 55MTRS. NC 2092. 30.8.78 AMEND TO WK 27MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. H1284/83 14.7.83 HAS BEEN LOCATED USING A MAGNETOMETER. (A BODDIE, 11.7.83). POSN NOT GIVEN.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1906 BY BARTRAM & SONS LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CARRINGTON SS CO LTD, LONDON. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 313 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE HUELVA FOR GARSTON. STRUCK CONTACT MINE LAID BY UC-51. 24 MEN LOST. (SII).

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FAQ

Where is the LUDGATE wreck located?

The LUDGATE wreck is located at coordinates 51 30.02 N,8 59.04 W.

How deep is the LUDGATE and where exactly is it located?

The LUDGATE lies at a depth of about 27 meters and is located at coordinates 51 30.02 N,8 59.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LUDGATE?

The seabed around the LUDGATE lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the LUDGATE sink?

The LUDGATE sank on Jul 26, 1917.

When was the wreck of the LUDGATE discovered?

The wreck of the LUDGATE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the LUDGATE belong to?

The LUDGATE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LUDGATE carrying?

The LUDGATE was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the LUDGATE?

The LUDGATE had a tonnage of 3708 tons.

What type of wreck is the LUDGATE?

The LUDGATE is classified as a steam ship.

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