Osprey Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Osprey Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 58.495 N,4 49.572 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.974917
  • Longitude: -4.826200
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OSPREY
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 17.1 m
Width 3 m
Draught 1.8
Tonnage 22
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1889
Original Detection Year 1889
Last Detection Year 1993
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1310/83/14 21.3.83 SANK IN MID-CHANNEL, S OF KILGREGGAN. (P J MOIR). POSN 555830N, 044930W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. HH090/597/01 6.7.93 NOT FOUND. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 597). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 9, 2025

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH BRITISH SS MADGE WILDFIRE.

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FAQ

Where is the OSPREY wreck located?

The OSPREY wreck is located at coordinates 55 58.495 N,4 49.572 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OSPREY?

The seabed around the OSPREY lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the OSPREY sink?

The OSPREY sank on Sep 28, 1889.

When was the wreck of the OSPREY discovered?

The wreck of the OSPREY was discovered in 1889.

What country did the OSPREY belong to?

The OSPREY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the OSPREY?

The OSPREY had a tonnage of 22 tons.

What type of wreck is the OSPREY?

The OSPREY is classified as a yacht.