Sequina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing mast/masts
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sequina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 37.593 N,1 47.739 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.626550
  • Longitude: 1.795650
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEQUINA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 9.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 1, 1995
Original Detection Year 1995
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Jul 13, 2007

Surveying Details

HH242/540/07 12.10.95 SANK IN 523734N, 014751E [OGB]. ABOUT 15 FEET OF MAST ABOVE WATER. (MRCC YARMOUTH, TLX DTD 1.10.95). HH242/540/07 2.10.95 ABOVE DETAILS REPEATED. (LL 2.10.95). HH242/540/07 19.10.95 YACHT ALMOST ON DRYING PART OF SCROBY SANDS. NOT CONSIDERED IT IS A DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (MRCC YARMOUTH, TLX DTD 08.10.95). 18.10.95 YACHT STILL IN POSITION. (MRCC/RNW). INS AS DW (MAST). - NM 3644/95. HH090/846/01 13.5.99 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 OR MAGNETOMETER AT HW. MAST NOT SEEN AT LW SPRINGS. GEN DEPTH NOW 1MTR. CONSIDERED THAT THE WK MAY HAVE BEEN SUBSUMED BY THE SEABED. (NP 1016, HI 846). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF GRP. PASSAGE LOWESTOFT TO GRIMSBY. WENT AGROUND, STARTED TAKING WATER. CREW OF 4 RESCUED.

General Comments

GRP HULL

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FAQ

Where is the SEQUINA wreck located?

The SEQUINA wreck is located at coordinates 52 37.593 N,1 47.739 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEQUINA?

The seabed around the SEQUINA lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the SEQUINA sink?

The SEQUINA sank on Oct 1, 1995.

When was the wreck of the SEQUINA discovered?

The wreck of the SEQUINA was discovered in 1995.

What country did the SEQUINA belong to?

The SEQUINA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SEQUINA?

The SEQUINA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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