Pansy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pansy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 25.415 N,4 21.971 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.423583
  • Longitude: -4.366183
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PANSY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 48.8 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 333
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2023

Surveying Details

H3110/68 10.7.68 REPORTED TO BE BROKEN WITH UP MANY PLATES AND IRON GIRDERS STREWN ACROSS BOTTOM. PART OF PADDLE WHEEL AND ISOLATED WKGE LIES IN 12 TO 15FT WITH OTHER SECTIONS & ODD SHAFTS, GIRDERS ABT 20FT LONG, LIES SW/NE ON SEABED. LIES ON BRG CONSPIC WHITE HOUSE [WITH PRIVATE BEACH] IN LINE WITH POINT AT TRWYN MELYN. SOME OTHER WKGE ALSO LIES IN COVE OFF THE PRIVATE BEACH [NW OF BULL BAY]. (D J STANDEN, 25.6.68). H3077/70 1.9.71 NOTHING SEEN AT DEAD LWS. LOCAL SUB-AQUA DIVER STATES THAT THERE IS OVER 40FT OVER THIS WRECK. (HMS WOODLARK, R OF S, 16/5/71). H1285/75 5.8.75 WK IN 532530N, 042200W. REPD TO BE LYING IN SHALLOW WATER. MOSTLY FLAT WITH TWO PADDLES SHOWING. (A NEWTON, 9.7.75). H3838/86 31.3.88 NOT FOUND. (FOX, HI 357 AREA 5). NCA. SEP2022/000028019 26.10.22 NOT LOCATED IN 2021 M/B SURVEY. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1507). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SUNK IN NE GALE WHILE ON VOYAGE TO SOUTH COAST FOR TROOP MOVEMENTS. (D J STANDEN).

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FAQ

Where is the PANSY wreck located?

The PANSY wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.415 N,4 21.971 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PANSY?

The seabed around the PANSY lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the PANSY discovered?

The wreck of the PANSY was discovered in 1916.

What country did the PANSY belong to?

The PANSY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PANSY?

The PANSY had a tonnage of 333 tons.

What type of wreck is the PANSY?

The PANSY is classified as a steam ship.

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