Valentia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Valentia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 23.038 N,8 5.043 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.383967
  • Longitude: -8.084050
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VALENTIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3242
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 16, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details SUNK IN APPROX 492300N, 080500W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. SUNK 70M W 0.5 S FROM BISHOP ROCK. (BMVS). 17.5.72 17.5.72 POSSIBLY WRECK [21456] IN 492530N, 080600W. H4226/85 23.1.89 H4226/85 23.1.89 DELETE. (EPSHOM 26.10.88). AMENDED TO DEAD. [SEE 21456].
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 70M W 0.5 S OF BISHOP ROCK WHILST EN ROUTE FROM CARDIFF TO DAKAR. 3 LIVES LOST. (LL WW1 & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the VALENTIA wreck located?

The VALENTIA wreck is located at coordinates 49 23.038 N,8 5.043 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VALENTIA?

The seabed around the VALENTIA lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the VALENTIA sink?

The VALENTIA sank on Jul 16, 1917.

When was the wreck of the VALENTIA discovered?

The wreck of the VALENTIA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the VALENTIA belong to?

The VALENTIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the VALENTIA?

The VALENTIA had a tonnage of 3242 tons.

What type of wreck is the VALENTIA?

The VALENTIA is classified as a steam ship.

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