Thornaby Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Thornaby Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 3.53 N,1 42.892 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.058833
  • Longitude: 1.714867
Water Depth 19 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THORNABY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 78.6 m
Width 11 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1782
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 28, 1916
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4282/26 14.10.26 INS AS DW (1916)(PA) IN 520330N, 014300E. H3052/31 27.10.31 DELETED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H4139/76 6.1.77 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3. (HMS BULLDOG/HMS BEAGLE, HI 31/76). AMEND DEAD. NCA. H2917/83 28.3.85 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 & E/S. (HMS ECHO, HI 196). NCA. SEP 2019/000272653 25.11.19 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2019. (CLINTON MARINE, HI1584). NFA.
Last Amended Date Apr 6, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1889 BY ROPNER & SON, STOCKTON-ON-TEES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SIR R ROPER & CO. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 152HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY BLAIR & CO. PASSAGE MARBELLA FOR WEST HARTLEPOOL. CARGO IRON ORE. STRUCK A MINE LAID BY UC-3.

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FAQ

Where is the THORNABY wreck located?

The THORNABY wreck is located at coordinates 52 3.53 N,1 42.892 E.

How deep is the seabed around the THORNABY?

The seabed around the THORNABY lies at approximately 19 meters deep.

When did the THORNABY sink?

The THORNABY sank on Feb 28, 1916.

When was the wreck of the THORNABY discovered?

The wreck of the THORNABY was discovered in 1916.

What country did the THORNABY belong to?

The THORNABY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THORNABY carrying?

The THORNABY was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the THORNABY?

The THORNABY had a tonnage of 1782 tons.

What type of wreck is the THORNABY?

The THORNABY is classified as a steam ship.

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