Tregor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Tregor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 35.033 N,5 10.063 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.583883
  • Longitude: -5.167717
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TREGOR
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 36.3 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 222
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 5, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Nov 22, 2001

Surveying Details

H1001/40 H1001/40 SUNK APPROX 6M OFF TREVOSE HEAD. (TRADE DIVISION LIST). - GIVES POSN APPROX 503500N, 051000W. 1944 GOOD SONAR CONTACT IN 503454N, 051000W. (EG.10, AUBD 301/107). H0113/45 22.1.45 H0113/45 22.1.45 POSN 503454N, 051012W MAY BE POSN OF TREGOR. (PLYMOUTH LIST). H0113/45 25.3.45 H0113/45 25.3.45 NOW MARKED POSN APPROXIMATELY. (PLYMOUTH LIST 840/5). H7613/52 5.12.52 H7613/52 5.12.52 CHART AS NDW PA IN APPROX 503500N, 051000W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NC 1149. 14.11.72 14.11.72 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 20FMS [36MTRS]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NE 1178. H1247/69 4.5.78 H1247/69 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 35MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NC 1178. H3814/78 11.1.79 H3814/78 11.1.79 FF LOCATED IN 503506N, 051015W USING DECCA. (E.GILES). - NCA. HH090/799/02 22.11.01 HH090/799/02 22.11.01 NOT LOCATED WITHIN 1 MILE, DISPROVED. LIES IN ROCKS. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

4.5.41 BOMBED 4.5.41 EN-ROUTE FROM AVONMOUTH TO HAYLE. TAKEN IN TOW FOR PADSTOW BUT FOUNDERED AND SUNK APPROX 6M OFF TREVOSE HEAD. (TRADE DIVISION LIST & LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the TREGOR wreck located?

The TREGOR wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.033 N,5 10.063 W.

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

The TREGOR lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 35.033 N,5 10.063 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TREGOR?

The seabed around the TREGOR lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the TREGOR sink?

The TREGOR sank on May 5, 1941.

When was the wreck of the TREGOR discovered?

The wreck of the TREGOR was discovered in 1941.

What country did the TREGOR belong to?

The TREGOR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TREGOR carrying?

The TREGOR was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the TREGOR?

The TREGOR had a tonnage of 222 tons.

What type of wreck is the TREGOR?

The TREGOR is classified as a motor vessel.

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