Sunshine Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sunshine Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 42.4 N,1 41.8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.706667
  • Longitude: -1.696667
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUNSHINE
Type fishing vessel
Date Sunk Aug 8, 2016
Original Detection Year 2016
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details SEP 2016/000188967 08/08/2016 DANGEROUS WRECK OF UNKNOWN DEPTH IN 5042.400N, 0141.800W [WGS84]. (TRINITY HOUSE NOTICE 18/2016). INS DW. SEP 2016/000239218 24.10.16 SEARCH RADIUS OF 250MTRS WAS CONDUCTED USING SSS AND SBES CENTRED ON 5042.400N, 0141.800W [WGD], NOTHING FOUND WITHIN SEARCH AREA. (THV PATRICIA BRIDGE SURVEY DTD 7.10.16). AMEND TO FOR FILING ONLY. NM 4774/16. SEP 2016/000290869 30.11.2016 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY.FISHING BOAT BROKEN INTO SVERAL PIECES. WHEELHOUSE RECOVERED BY DOVER LIFEBOAT ON 8.09.2016. DEBRIS RECOVERED. HULL HASN'T BEEN FOUND.(EMAIL TRINITY HOUSE DATED 28.11.2016). AMEND STATUS TO DEAD.(UK NM 52/6591/16)
Last Amended Date Nov 30, 2016

Circumstances of loss

08/08/2016 SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED.

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FAQ

Where is the SUNSHINE wreck located?

The SUNSHINE wreck is located at coordinates 50 42.4 N,1 41.8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SUNSHINE?

The seabed around the SUNSHINE lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the SUNSHINE sink?

The SUNSHINE sank on Aug 8, 2016.

When was the wreck of the SUNSHINE discovered?

The wreck of the SUNSHINE was discovered in 2016.

What type of wreck is the SUNSHINE?

The SUNSHINE is classified as a fishing vessel.