Parbleu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Parbleu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 18.835 N,4 5.069 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.313917
  • Longitude: -4.084483
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PARBLEU
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 9.4 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 30, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date May 24, 2012

Surveying Details

HH232/354/01 4.7.90 AGROUND AT BLACKSTONE ROCKS, WEMBURY IN APPROX 501848N, 040500W [OGB]. CONSIDERED THAT IT WILL BREAK UP IN PREVAILING WEATHER CONDIIONS. LIES 60MTRS OFFSHORE ON ITS SIDE AND DISMASTED. (BRIXHAM CG MRSC, SIG DTD 30.6.90). FOR FILING ONLY. 24.5.12 NOT LOCATED BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (HMS ROEBUCK, HI 1296). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2021/000052671 14.4.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY (2020) (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1679). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

SUFFERED ENGINE AND SAIL FAILURE WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM R HAMBLE TO THE MAYFLOWER MARINA, PLYMOUTH. DRIFTED AGROUND. (BRIXHAM MRSC).

General Comments

GRP HULL YACHT

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FAQ

Where is the PARBLEU wreck located?

The PARBLEU wreck is located at coordinates 50 18.835 N,4 5.069 W.

When did the PARBLEU sink?

The PARBLEU sank on Jun 30, 1990.

When was the wreck of the PARBLEU discovered?

The wreck of the PARBLEU was discovered in 1990.

What country did the PARBLEU belong to?

The PARBLEU belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the PARBLEU?

The PARBLEU is classified as a sailing vessel.

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