Solway Firth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Solway firth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 26.49 N,5 34.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.441500
  • Longitude: -5.567767
Water Depth 37 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOLWAY FIRTH
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 16.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 8, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.2.77 SINKING POSN REPD AS 562630N, 053400W APPROX BY SKIPPER, MR SIMMONDS. (LL 227). POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. 16.4.14 NOT SHOWN IN M/B DATA. (INIS HYDRO, HI 1354, BDC). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK 1.75M ESE OF LADY'S ROCK. CREW OF TWO RECOVERED BY A NORTHERN DIVERS BOAT. (LL & SHIPWRECKS OF THE W OF SCOTLAND).

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FAQ

Where is the SOLWAY FIRTH wreck located?

The SOLWAY FIRTH wreck is located at coordinates 56 26.49 N,5 34.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SOLWAY FIRTH?

The seabed around the SOLWAY FIRTH lies at approximately 37 meters deep.

When did the SOLWAY FIRTH sink?

The SOLWAY FIRTH sank on Feb 8, 1977.

When was the wreck of the SOLWAY FIRTH discovered?

The wreck of the SOLWAY FIRTH was discovered in 1977.

What country did the SOLWAY FIRTH belong to?

The SOLWAY FIRTH belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SOLWAY FIRTH?

The SOLWAY FIRTH is classified as a fishing vessel.