Murrayfield (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Murrayfield (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 59.936 N,1 9.616 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.998933
  • Longitude: -1.160267
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 576
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 7, 1942
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3057/81 28.8.81 SHETLAND SUB-AQUA CLUB REPORT THAT AMMUNITION IS SCATTERED AROUND WK OF 'MURRAYFIELD', SUNK 1942, IN APPROX 595958N, 010930W [OGB]. GEN DEPTH VARIES FROM 4-23MTRS. RN MINE DISPOSAL TEAM, INVERKEITHING INFORMED. (MRSC SHETLAND, TELEX DTD 17.8.81). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 3.3.00 WRECKAGE IS WELL BROKEN UP IN 15-30MTRS, WITH LARGE BOILER STANDING UPRIGHT. (DIVER MAGAZINE MAR '00). 9.3.04 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS NDW PA IN 5959.936N, 0109.616W [EUT]. BR STD. RSDRA2025000342173 23.07.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET [2025]. (NJORD SURVEY, HI1781). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 30, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1908. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LERWICK FOR THE TYNE. SANK IN DEEP WATER, AFTER RAN AGROUND ON THE PERIE BARD OF MOUSA IN DENSE FOG. (SIBI). PASSAGE LERWICK TO METHIL. (SHIPWRECKS OF ORKNEY, SHETLAND & PENTLAND FIRTH). NAME GIVEN AS MURRUMBIDGEE. (DIVER MAGAZINE AUG '10)

General Comments

WELL BROKEN UP BOILER UPRIGHT.

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FAQ

Where is the MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 59 59.936 N,1 9.616 W.

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

The seabed around the MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 7, 1942.

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

The wreck of the MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1942.

What country did the MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY)?

The MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 576 tons.

What type of wreck is the MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY)?

The MURRAYFIELD (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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