Secret Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Secret Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 34.418 N,0 31.043 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.573633
  • Longitude: 0.517383
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SECRET
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 22, 1878
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1878
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 14 TO 15 MILES E OF SPURN PT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 533424N, 003109E FOR FILING ONLY. H3805/72 28.2.78 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SEARCH. (SOISS, HI 54/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2014/000180690 19.8.14 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE, HI 1419). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY T CAMPBELL, GRIMSBY. PASSAGE GRIMSBY FOR FISHING GROUNDS AND RETURN. SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH MIDDLESBROUGH-REGISTERED 'NORTHUMBERLAND'. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the SECRET wreck located?

The SECRET wreck is located at coordinates 53 34.418 N,0 31.043 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SECRET?

The seabed around the SECRET lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the SECRET sink?

The SECRET sank on Jul 22, 1878.

When was the wreck of the SECRET discovered?

The wreck of the SECRET was discovered in 1878.

What country did the SECRET belong to?

The SECRET belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SECRET carrying?

The SECRET was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the SECRET?

The SECRET is classified as a sailing vessel.

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