Philomel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Philomel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 41.078 S,57 53.352 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.684633
  • Longitude: -57.889200
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PHILOMEL
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 22.9 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H2316/84 9.4.85 STRANDED WOODEN MFV LOCATED IN 514104S, 575306W [SAP]. PHOTO SUPPLIED. (HMS ENDURANCE, HI 226A). INS AS ST. NC 1614. 20.8.09 [WGD] POSN: 5141.078S, 5753.352W. NE 1614. 22.10.13 OBSERVED IN LISTED POSN. (FLEET HM UNIT, HI 1411). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 10, 2016

Circumstances of loss

BRITISH GOVERNMENT STEEL MFV. WAS BEACHED ON THE FORESHORE NEAR FAIRY COVE AFTER BEING BURNT OUT. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the PHILOMEL wreck located?

The PHILOMEL wreck is located at coordinates 51 41.078 S,57 53.352 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PHILOMEL?

The seabed around the PHILOMEL lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the PHILOMEL discovered?

The wreck of the PHILOMEL was discovered in 1985.

What country did the PHILOMEL belong to?

The PHILOMEL belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the PHILOMEL?

The PHILOMEL is classified as a fishing vessel.