Padstow (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Padstow (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 54.145 N,6 19.372 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.902417
  • Longitude: -6.322867
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PADSTOW (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 91
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 24, 1804
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 2010
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Jul 5, 2010

Surveying Details

6.7.10 SEP 2010/000109222 6.7.10 DIVED 12.6.10 IN 4954.145N, 0619.372W [WGD] USING DGPS. LOCATED AN IRON BALLAST MOUND, WITH AN OLD IRON ANCHOR 15MTRS TO S. PART OF IRON MOUND IS SUSPENDED ABOVE SEABED, WHERE THE WOODEN SHIP STRUCTURE THAT HELD IT HAS ROTTED AWAY. SHIPS TIMBERS WERE FOUND BURIED IN THE SAND. OTHER IRON PARTS OF THE STRUCTURE LIE TO SE BETWEEN THE MOUND & THE ANCHOR. MOUND IS FAIRLY FLAT WITH SURROUNDING ROCKS STANDING HIGHER. (T STEVENS, EMAILS DTD 3.7.10 & 5.7.10). INS AS FOUL. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR LONDON. CREW REACHED ST MARY'S IN THEIR OWN BOAT. (SIBI)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 54.145 N,6 19.372 W
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FAQ

Where is the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 54.145 N,6 19.372 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) sink?

The PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) sank on Dec 24, 1804.

When was the wreck of the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 2010.

What country did the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY)?

The PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 91 tons.

What type of wreck is the PADSTOW (POSSIBLY)?

The PADSTOW (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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