Newry Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Newry Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 51.019 N,4 43.967 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.850317
  • Longitude: -4.732783
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NEWRY
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type net
Cargo personnel,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 19, 1830
Original Detection Year 1830
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 4, 2016

Surveying Details

27.8.70 RAN AGROUND CLOSE TO MEAN MELLT IN 525100N, 044354W APPROX. (HISTORY OF SHIPWRECKS). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. HA141/04/06/89/248 7.6.89 TIMBERS, POTTERY & ANCHOR FOUND DURING FEB '79 IN PORTH IAGO. SHORE DIVE IN POOR VISIBILITY. NO TRACE HAS SINCE BEEN FOUND DURING SUBSEQUENT SUMMER DIVES, PROBABLY DUE TO MOVEMENT OF SAND. (MS DUKE, LTR DTD 31.5.89). POSSIBLY REMAINS OF NEWRY. NCA. SEP 2015/000055076 4.1.16 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATA. (HI 1451, MMT (UK)). AMEND TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE NEWRY FOR QUEBEC. RAN AGROUND IN BAD WEATHER CLOSE TO MAEN MELLT. BROKE INTO PIECES THE FOLLOWING DAY. (HISTORY OF SHIPWRECKS & SHIPWRECKS OF N WALES).

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FAQ

Where is the NEWRY wreck located?

The NEWRY wreck is located at coordinates 52 51.019 N,4 43.967 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NEWRY?

The seabed around the NEWRY lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the NEWRY sink?

The NEWRY sank on Apr 19, 1830.

When was the wreck of the NEWRY discovered?

The wreck of the NEWRY was discovered in 1830.

What country did the NEWRY belong to?

The NEWRY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NEWRY carrying?

The NEWRY was carrying personnel,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the NEWRY?

The NEWRY had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the NEWRY?

The NEWRY is classified as a sailing vessel.

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