Tynemouth Castle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Tynemouth castle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 26.432 N,3 1.481 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.440533
  • Longitude: -3.024683
Wreck Depth 12.9 m
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TYNEMOUTH CASTLE
Type steam ship
Length 79.2 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1336
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 27, 1898
Original Detection Year 1898
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 5.4.1898 IN SINKING THE VESSEL BROKE IN TWO SPLIT ALONG BILGES, STARBOARD SIDE PARTED FROM BEAM ENDS & FELL OUTWARDS. DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB. COMMENCED 5.4.1898 & COMPLETED 5.7.1898. DEPTH 44FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN ON 3490 & 1951 AS WK 7FMS 2FT. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 AMEND TO WK 12.9MTRS. (MD&HB 1974). NC 3490. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. AREA OF MOBILE SAND RIPPLES. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2006

Circumstances of loss

WHEN LYING AT ANCHOR OFF NEW BRIGHTON WAS RUN INTO BY THE SS GLANMIRE. SANK ABOUT 1640FT E BY S 1/2 S FROM NEW BRIGHTON FERRY STAGE.

General Comments

IRON HULL

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FAQ

Where is the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE wreck located?

The TYNEMOUTH CASTLE wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.432 N,3 1.481 W.

How deep is the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE and where exactly is it located?

The TYNEMOUTH CASTLE lies at a depth of about 12.9 meters and is located at coordinates 53 26.432 N,3 1.481 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE?

The seabed around the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE sink?

The TYNEMOUTH CASTLE sank on Mar 27, 1898.

When was the wreck of the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE discovered?

The wreck of the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE was discovered in 1898.

What cargo was the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE carrying?

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

What was the tonnage of the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE?

The TYNEMOUTH CASTLE had a tonnage of 1336 tons.

What type of wreck is the TYNEMOUTH CASTLE?

The TYNEMOUTH CASTLE is classified as a steam ship.

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