Thornfield Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thornfield Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 10.009 N,5 10.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.166817
  • Longitude: -5.167767
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THORNFIELD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 48.8 m
Width 8 m
Draught 2.9
Tonnage 488
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 17, 1915
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1915
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS PD 54100N, 051000W. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS, VOL 14). FOR FILING ONLY. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1913 BY RAMAGE & FERGUSON LTD, LEITH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ZILLAH SHIPPIN G & CARRYING CO LTD. ONE BOILER, COMPUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 56 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY AFT. PASSAGE LONDON FOR PEEL. CAPTURED AND SUNK BY U-38. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the THORNFIELD wreck located?

The THORNFIELD wreck is located at coordinates 54 10.009 N,5 10.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THORNFIELD?

The seabed around the THORNFIELD lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the THORNFIELD sink?

The THORNFIELD sank on Aug 17, 1915.

When was the wreck of the THORNFIELD discovered?

The wreck of the THORNFIELD was discovered in 1915.

What country did the THORNFIELD belong to?

The THORNFIELD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the THORNFIELD?

The THORNFIELD had a tonnage of 488 tons.

What type of wreck is the THORNFIELD?

The THORNFIELD is classified as a steam ship.

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