Sarah Fox Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sarah fox Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 30.581 N,3 15.663 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.509683
  • Longitude: -3.261050
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SARAH FOX
Type sailing vessel
Length 26.2 m
Width 5.5 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 98
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 27, 1878
Original Detection Year 1878
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 28.9.1878 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB 28.9.1878. DEPTH 27FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500 NO 10.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2001

Circumstances of loss

SUNK ABOUT 0.5M NW FROM Q.1 BLACK BUOY AFTER STRIKING ON QUEEN'S CHANNEL BAR.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 30.581 N,3 15.663 W
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FAQ

Where is the SARAH FOX wreck located?

The SARAH FOX wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.581 N,3 15.663 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SARAH FOX?

The seabed around the SARAH FOX lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the SARAH FOX sink?

The SARAH FOX sank on Sep 27, 1878.

When was the wreck of the SARAH FOX discovered?

The wreck of the SARAH FOX was discovered in 1878.

What was the tonnage of the SARAH FOX?

The SARAH FOX had a tonnage of 98 tons.

What type of wreck is the SARAH FOX?

The SARAH FOX is classified as a sailing vessel.