Sharrona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sharrona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 46.505 N,4 8.375 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.775083
  • Longitude: -4.139583
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHARRONA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Orientation 90
Tonnage 34
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 7, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4458/80 19.3.81 H4458/80 19.3.81 HARD AGROUND ON ROCKS IN 544630N, 040818W. (LL 7.3.81). INS AS ST. BR STD. H3112/86 17.9.87 H3112/86 17.9.87 WK NO LONGER VISIBLE. COMPLETELY BROKEN UP. (MR WOOD, KRKCUDBRIGHT CG, TELECON). DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 2003

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND AT HIGH TIDE. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SHARRONA wreck located?

The SHARRONA wreck is located at coordinates 54 46.505 N,4 8.375 W.

When did the SHARRONA sink?

The SHARRONA sank on Mar 7, 1981.

When was the wreck of the SHARRONA discovered?

The wreck of the SHARRONA was discovered in 1981.

What country did the SHARRONA belong to?

The SHARRONA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SHARRONA carrying?

The SHARRONA was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the SHARRONA?

The SHARRONA had a tonnage of 34 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHARRONA?

The SHARRONA is classified as a fishing vessel.