Robin John (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Robin john (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 4.536 N,4 7.851 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.075600
  • Longitude: -4.130850
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 69 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 5, 1972
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 14, 2005

Surveying Details

7.7.72 7.7.72 SUNK 151DEGS, 9M FROM EDDYSTONE. (LLOYDS 209). GIVES POSN 500300N, 040906W APPROX, NCA YET. NAVEAM 271/72 ISSUED. H3110/72 4.1.73 H3110/72 4.1.73 NOTHING FOUND IN 500300N, 040906W, BUT PROBABLY NEW WK FOUND IN 500430N, 040747W. (HMS HECATE, 1972). NCA YET. H3110/72 4.1.73 H3110/72 4.1.73 WK IN 500429.6N, 040747.0W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. POOR SONAR CONTACT. POOR E/S TRACE. SMALL VESSEL IN FLAT BOTTOM AREA. WKS OFFICER THINKS PROBABLY 'ROBIN JOHN'. LEAST DEPTH 65.0MTRS IN 69.0MTRS. SEABED OF FINE SAND & BROKEN SHELL. NO SCOUR. (HMS HECATE, 1972). CHART AS WK 65MTRS IN 500430N, 040747W [OGB]. NC 1267. H2979/74 18.2.76 H2979/74 18.2.76 FISHERMENS FASTENER IN 500434N, 040747W [OGB] USING DECCA. (E GILES, 29.1.76). NCA. HH091/059/01 14.4.05 HH091/059/01 14.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH DUTCH MV CARE BEKA 1. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 4.536 N,4 7.851 W.

How deep is the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 50 4.536 N,4 7.851 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 69 meters deep.

When did the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) sink?

The ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) sank on Jul 5, 1972.

When was the wreck of the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) belong to?

The ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY)?

The ROBIN JOHN (PROBABLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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