Thorold (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thorold (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 41.54 N,5 40.986 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.692333
  • Longitude: -5.683100
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 73 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THOROLD (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 76.2 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.2
Sonar Length 74.3
Sonar Width 13.2
Shadow Height 7.8
Orientation 160
Tonnage 1689
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 22, 1940
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Dec 6, 2011

Surveying Details

H4919/77 29.12.77 H4919/77 29.12.77 SANK 2.5MILES S OF THE SMALLS. (E GILES 11.12.77). H5001/72 4.7.79 H5001/72 4.7.79 INS AS NDW IN 514128N, 054055W. BR STD. H5001/72 4.7.79 H5001/72 4.7.79 CONTACT, CLASSIFIED AS PROBABLE WK, LOCATED 21.9.78 IN 514128N, 054055W [OGB]. NOT EXAMINED. (HMS HECATE, HI 33A/78). H1921/80 28.3.80 H1921/80 28.3.80 LOCATED IN 514135.2N, 054111.9W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 67.5MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 77MTRS. DEPTH BY HYDROSEARCH VERTICAL HT 67.3MTRS, BY SHADOW 67.8MTRS. LENGTH 87.1MTRS, BEAM 17.8MTRS, LYING 156/336DEG, BOW NW. UPRIGHT. HAS 6 HOLDS. NO MASTS. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 52/80). AMEND TO WK 67MTRS. BR STD. 6.12.11 6.12.11 LOCATED 3.6.10 IN 5141.540N, 0540.986W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 65.26 IN GEN DEPTH 73.1MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 74.3MTRS, WIDTH 13.2MTRS, HT 7.84MTRS. LIES 160/340 DEGS WITH BOWS NW. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1328). INTACT, UPRIGHT. AMEND WK 65MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1922 BY SWAN HUNTER AND WIGHAM RICHARDSON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY R S DALGLIESH. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 106 NHP FOR 9 KNOTS. PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR LONDON. CARGO COAL. BOMBED & SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. 10 LOST.

General Comments

UPRIGHT, BOWS NW, HAS 6 HOLDS, NO MASTS

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 41.54 N,5 40.986 W
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FAQ

Where is the THOROLD (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The THOROLD (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 41.54 N,5 40.986 W.

How deep is the THOROLD (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The THOROLD (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 51 41.54 N,5 40.986 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THOROLD (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the THOROLD (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 73 meters deep.

When did the THOROLD (PROBABLY) sink?

The THOROLD (PROBABLY) sank on Aug 22, 1940.

When was the wreck of the THOROLD (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the THOROLD (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the THOROLD (PROBABLY) belong to?

The THOROLD (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THOROLD (PROBABLY) carrying?

The THOROLD (PROBABLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the THOROLD (PROBABLY)?

The THOROLD (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1689 tons.

What type of wreck is the THOROLD (PROBABLY)?

The THOROLD (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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