Norsemans Bride Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Norsemans bride Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 33.139 N,1 36.48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.552317
  • Longitude: -1.608000
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORSEMANS BRIDE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 20, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

21.1.75 ABANDONED ASHORE, JUST BELOW NORTH LIGHT AT NE TIP OF FAIR ISLE. (LLOYDS VOL.219). NCA, POSN 593310N, 013622W. 5.3.05 WK IS AN EASY DIVE IN 7MTRS. KELP GROWTH OBSCURES MUCH OF REMAINS OF VESSEL. PROP AND NAME PLATE RECOVERED. (DIVE SCOTLAND, VOL.III, 1992)

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, WOODEN HULL, OIL ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. WENT ASHORE AND WAS ABANDONED. ALL CREW SAFE. (LLOYDS VOL.219, SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the NORSEMANS BRIDE wreck located?

The NORSEMANS BRIDE wreck is located at coordinates 59 33.139 N,1 36.48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORSEMANS BRIDE?

The seabed around the NORSEMANS BRIDE lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the NORSEMANS BRIDE sink?

The NORSEMANS BRIDE sank on Jan 20, 1975.

When was the wreck of the NORSEMANS BRIDE discovered?

The wreck of the NORSEMANS BRIDE was discovered in 1975.

What country did the NORSEMANS BRIDE belong to?

The NORSEMANS BRIDE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the NORSEMANS BRIDE?

The NORSEMANS BRIDE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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