Neptune Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Not Fully Surveyed
Neptune Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 22.916 N,2 59.881 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.381933
  • Longitude: -2.998017
Wreck Depth 13.2 m
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NEPTUNE
Type barge
Tonnage 55
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 4, 1894
Original Detection Year 1894
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Oct 9, 2025

Surveying Details

16.1.1894 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB ON 15 & 16.1.1894. DEPTH 45FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN AS WK 7FMS 3FT ON 3477 & 3490. H5282/71 24.2.75 AMEND TO WK 13.2MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). BR STD. RSDRA2025000144244 02/04/25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. NFS. (MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY SURVEY, DTD 05.03.2025). NFA. RDSRA2025000305099 10.07.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY SURVEY, DTD 24.06.25). NFA. RSDRA2025000406726 26.08.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY SURVEY, DTD 11.08.25). NFA. RSDRA2025000491080 09.10.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (MERSEY DOCKS AND HARBOUR COMPANY SURVEY, DTD 03.10.25). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK ALONG SIDE SS AURANIA, ABOUT 30YDS NW FROM S CUNARD BUOY.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 22.916 N,2 59.881 W
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FAQ

Where is the NEPTUNE wreck located?

The NEPTUNE wreck is located at coordinates 53 22.916 N,2 59.881 W.

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

The NEPTUNE lies at a depth of about 13.2 meters and is located at coordinates 53 22.916 N,2 59.881 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NEPTUNE?

The seabed around the NEPTUNE lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the NEPTUNE sink?

The NEPTUNE sank on Jan 4, 1894.

When was the wreck of the NEPTUNE discovered?

The wreck of the NEPTUNE was discovered in 1894.

What was the tonnage of the NEPTUNE?

The NEPTUNE had a tonnage of 55 tons.

What type of wreck is the NEPTUNE?

The NEPTUNE is classified as a barge.

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