Pentillie Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pentillie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 47.138 N,4 22.266 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.785633
  • Longitude: -4.371100
Wreck Depth 60 m
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PENTILLIE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 22.3 m
Tonnage 79
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 1, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4287/77 5.5.81 'DISPOSED OF AND SUNK' IN 494706N, 042212W AFTER DRIFTING, UNMANNED, SLOWLY SSE BETWEEN HM SHIPS ALACRITY & BRONINGTON. (BRIXHAM MRCC SIG DTD 1.5.81 & LANDSEND CRS SIG DTD 30.4.81). NAVY INDICATED INTENTION TO SINK VESSEL AS IT WAS A DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (LL, 2.5.81). CHART AS USC 60.0MTRS. BR STD. HH091/059/01 15.6.06 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, REPLY TO SURVEY APPRAISAL). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 15, 2006

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TAKING IN WATER 195DEGS, 23M FROM EDDYSTONE LIGHT. CREW TAKEN OFF BY HMS ALACRITY. LATER REPORTED 'DISPOSED OF AND SUNK'. (BRIXHAM MRCC).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the PENTILLIE wreck located?

The PENTILLIE wreck is located at coordinates 49 47.138 N,4 22.266 W.

How deep is the PENTILLIE and where exactly is it located?

The PENTILLIE lies at a depth of about 60 meters and is located at coordinates 49 47.138 N,4 22.266 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PENTILLIE?

The seabed around the PENTILLIE lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the PENTILLIE sink?

The PENTILLIE sank on May 1, 1981.

When was the wreck of the PENTILLIE discovered?

The wreck of the PENTILLIE was discovered in 1981.

What country did the PENTILLIE belong to?

The PENTILLIE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PENTILLIE?

The PENTILLIE had a tonnage of 79 tons.

What type of wreck is the PENTILLIE?

The PENTILLIE is classified as a fishing vessel.