Regent Bird Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Regent bird Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 3.773 N,3 21.194 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.062883
  • Longitude: -3.353233
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name REGENT BIRD
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 24.1 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 64
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 28, 1995
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1995
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH268/450/02 3.2.95 VESSEL AGROUND IN 590400N, 032100W. (MRSC PENTLAND, FAX DTD 30.1.95). POSN CONFIRMED AS 590348N, 032106W. VESSEL REMAINS HARD AGROUND. (TELECON RNW/PENTLAND, 30.1.95). HH268/450/02 3.2.95 VESSEL CONFIRMED AS IMPOUNDED BEHIND ROCK LEDGE. HAS NOW BEEN STRIPPED AND HULL IS SPLIT. WILL NOT LAST BEYOND NEXT STORM. (TELECON WKO/MRCC PENTLAND). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 11, 2020

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL RAN AGROUND, DAMAGED AND ABANDONED. CREW OF 4 RESCUED.

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FAQ

Where is the REGENT BIRD wreck located?

The REGENT BIRD wreck is located at coordinates 59 3.773 N,3 21.194 W.

How deep is the seabed around the REGENT BIRD?

The seabed around the REGENT BIRD lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the REGENT BIRD sink?

The REGENT BIRD sank on Jan 28, 1995.

When was the wreck of the REGENT BIRD discovered?

The wreck of the REGENT BIRD was discovered in 1995.

What country did the REGENT BIRD belong to?

The REGENT BIRD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the REGENT BIRD?

The REGENT BIRD had a tonnage of 64 tons.

What type of wreck is the REGENT BIRD?

The REGENT BIRD is classified as a trawler.

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