Royal Arthur Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Royal arthur Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 7.62 N,6 55.85 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.127000
  • Longitude: -6.930833
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROYAL ARTHUR
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 1380
Tonnage Type net
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,grain,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 22, 1871
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2014

Surveying Details

H1311/88/63 15.2.89 H1311/88/63 & H1270/86 15.2.89 LIES IN APPROX 520736N, 065548W [OSI], IN ABOUT 11FT [?] OF WATER. (K MARTIN, 23.1.89). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON ROCKS NEAR HOOK HEAD IN THICK FOG WHILE ON PASSAGE SAN FRANCISCO TO LIVERPOOL. (SII)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 7.62 N,6 55.85 W
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FAQ

Where is the ROYAL ARTHUR wreck located?

The ROYAL ARTHUR wreck is located at coordinates 52 7.62 N,6 55.85 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROYAL ARTHUR?

The seabed around the ROYAL ARTHUR lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the ROYAL ARTHUR sink?

The ROYAL ARTHUR sank on Apr 22, 1871.

When was the wreck of the ROYAL ARTHUR discovered?

The wreck of the ROYAL ARTHUR was discovered in 1989.

What country did the ROYAL ARTHUR belong to?

The ROYAL ARTHUR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ROYAL ARTHUR carrying?

The ROYAL ARTHUR was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,grain,ore.

What was the tonnage of the ROYAL ARTHUR?

The ROYAL ARTHUR had a tonnage of 1380 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROYAL ARTHUR?

The ROYAL ARTHUR is classified as a sailing vessel.

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