Thomas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Thomas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 25.815 N,3 1.514 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.430250
  • Longitude: -3.025233
Wreck Depth 3.2 m
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THOMAS
Type barge
Flag GB
Tonnage 56
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 13, 1895
Original Detection Year 1895
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 23.12.1895 DISPERSED BY BLASTING ON 23.12.1895. DEPTH 12FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN ON 3490 AS WK 2FMS 0FT. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 AMEND WK 3.2MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). BR STD. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH 4.5MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD IN 1860 IN NORTHWICH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W ROBERTS, MOSTYN. PASSAGE MASTYN FOR LIVERPOOL. FILLED OVER ALL AND SANK ABOUT 1330YDS S HALF E FROM NEW BRIGHTON STAGE. LATER DISPERSED. (SIBI).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the THOMAS wreck located?

The THOMAS wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.815 N,3 1.514 W.

How deep is the THOMAS and where exactly is it located?

The THOMAS lies at a depth of about 3.2 meters and is located at coordinates 53 25.815 N,3 1.514 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THOMAS?

The seabed around the THOMAS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the THOMAS sink?

The THOMAS sank on Dec 13, 1895.

When was the wreck of the THOMAS discovered?

The wreck of the THOMAS was discovered in 1895.

What country did the THOMAS belong to?

The THOMAS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THOMAS carrying?

The THOMAS was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the THOMAS?

The THOMAS had a tonnage of 56 tons.

What type of wreck is the THOMAS?

The THOMAS is classified as a barge.

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