Roystons Freedom Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Roystons freedom Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 20.535 N,3 15.574 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.342250
  • Longitude: -3.259567
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROYSTONS FREEDOM
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 30, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 1, 1999

Surveying Details

H4287/77 20.9.79 H4287/77 20.9.79 SANK IN APPROX 502030N, 031530W [OGB] MARKED BY SMALL BUOY. (LL, 1.9.79). SMALL CRAFT IN 50MTRS. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H2003/84 11.9.84 H2003/84 11.9.84 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (GARDLINE SURVEY LTD., HI 202). AMENDED TO DEAD. 30.4.13 30.4.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1369). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

1.9.79 SANK WHEN BOTTOM OF CRAFT RIPPED OUT BY UNIDENTIFIED UNDERWATER OBJECT. (LL, 1.9.79).

General Comments

GRP HULL

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FAQ

Where is the ROYSTONS FREEDOM wreck located?

The ROYSTONS FREEDOM wreck is located at coordinates 50 20.535 N,3 15.574 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROYSTONS FREEDOM?

The seabed around the ROYSTONS FREEDOM lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the ROYSTONS FREEDOM sink?

The ROYSTONS FREEDOM sank on Aug 30, 1979.

When was the wreck of the ROYSTONS FREEDOM discovered?

The wreck of the ROYSTONS FREEDOM was discovered in 1979.

What country did the ROYSTONS FREEDOM belong to?

The ROYSTONS FREEDOM belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the ROYSTONS FREEDOM?

The ROYSTONS FREEDOM is classified as a sailing vessel.

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