Sceptre Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Sceptre Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 59.997 N,2 32.091 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.999950
  • Longitude: -2.534850
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SCEPTRE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 15
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 15, 1973
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.8.73 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560030N, 023200W APPROX. (LL, 21.8.73). NCA. H1280/75 10.3.75 REFLOATED NEXT TIDE. (LOCAL COASTGUARD REPORTS, LTR FROM C J ASTEN DTD 7.3.75). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 4, 2009

Circumstances of loss

AGROUND 1/2 MILE W OF DUNBAR HARBOUR. CREW OF 2 RECOVERED BY DUNBAR LIFEBOAT. LATER TOWED IN DUNBAR HARBOUR. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 59.997 N,2 32.091 W
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FAQ

Where is the SCEPTRE wreck located?

The SCEPTRE wreck is located at coordinates 55 59.997 N,2 32.091 W.

When did the SCEPTRE sink?

The SCEPTRE sank on Aug 15, 1973.

When was the wreck of the SCEPTRE discovered?

The wreck of the SCEPTRE was discovered in 1973.

What country did the SCEPTRE belong to?

The SCEPTRE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SCEPTRE?

The SCEPTRE had a tonnage of 15 tons.

What type of wreck is the SCEPTRE?

The SCEPTRE is classified as a fishing vessel.