Returno (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Returno (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 37.449 N,1 37.177 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.624150
  • Longitude: 1.619617
Wreck Depth 5 m
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RETURNO (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 22.6 m
Sonar Length 25
Orientation 165
Tonnage 47
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 19, 1979
Bottom Texture Sand
Scour Dimensions ,,001.9,
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5265/73 27.11.79 SANK OFF KENTISH KNOCK SANDS. (LL 21.11.79). NCA. H6340/87 1.3.89 WK EXAM'D 1.10.88 IN 513725N, 013717E [OGB] USING COMPOUND HYPERFIX/TRISPONDER. LEAST E/S DEPTH 5.0 IN GEN DEPTH 6MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 7.9MTRS. NO SONAR SHADOW. SMALL WK, ABOUT 25MTRS LONG AND LYING 165/345 DEG. (NP 1016, HI 423). BR STD. HH090/693/01 26.11.97 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH NOW SHOALED TO 2MTRS. WK CONSIDERED TO BE SUBSUMED. (NP 1016, HI 693). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. RSDRA2024000221638 19.08.24 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2024. (HI 1803, CLINTON MARINE SURVEY). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jul 31, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW OF TUG JAGO AND MAKING FOR RAMSGATE.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 37.449 N,1 37.177 E
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FAQ

Where is the RETURNO (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The RETURNO (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 37.449 N,1 37.177 E.

How deep is the RETURNO (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The RETURNO (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 5 meters and is located at coordinates 51 37.449 N,1 37.177 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RETURNO (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the RETURNO (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the RETURNO (POSSIBLY) sink?

The RETURNO (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 19, 1979.

When was the wreck of the RETURNO (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the RETURNO (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1979.

What country did the RETURNO (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The RETURNO (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RETURNO (POSSIBLY)?

The RETURNO (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 47 tons.

What type of wreck is the RETURNO (POSSIBLY)?

The RETURNO (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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