Musgrave Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Musgrave Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 56.917 N,5 12.333 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.948617
  • Longitude: -5.205550
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MUSGRAVE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 39.9 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 252
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 25, 1892
Original Detection Year 1892
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH100/351/11 20.6.96 WK IN 515654.5N, 051219.5W APPROX, BROKEN INTO TWO PARTS. STERN IN 30MTRS. BOW LIES UP SLOPE IN 20MTRS, BOILERS AND ENGINE IN 30MTRS. (S J ROBERTS) - NCA, POSITION FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2021/000284268 1.11.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020). (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI1677). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 1, 2021

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON SLEDGE ROCK 1M W OF PENCLEGYR POINT. A TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 56.917 N,5 12.333 W
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FAQ

Where is the MUSGRAVE wreck located?

The MUSGRAVE wreck is located at coordinates 51 56.917 N,5 12.333 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MUSGRAVE?

The seabed around the MUSGRAVE lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the MUSGRAVE sink?

The MUSGRAVE sank on Nov 25, 1892.

When was the wreck of the MUSGRAVE discovered?

The wreck of the MUSGRAVE was discovered in 1892.

What country did the MUSGRAVE belong to?

The MUSGRAVE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MUSGRAVE carrying?

The MUSGRAVE was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the MUSGRAVE?

The MUSGRAVE had a tonnage of 252 tons.

What type of wreck is the MUSGRAVE?

The MUSGRAVE is classified as a steam ship.