Valentia (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Valentia (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 25.538 N,8 6.043 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.425633
  • Longitude: -8.100717
Wreck Depth 121 m
Water Depth 127 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VALENTIA (POSSIBLY)
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 1995
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 1978

Surveying Details

SUNK 70M W A HALF S FROM BISHOP ROCK. (LL WW1). H4847/71 3.5.72 H4847/71 3.5.72 LOCATED IN 492530N, 080600W USING DECCA. HT OF WK 20FT. GEN DEPTH 414FT. (RISDON BEAZLEY UH LTD, 13.4.72). INS AS WK 66FMS [121MTRS]. BR STD. 1.12.76 1.12.76 INS BY NM BLOCK. HH100/351/09 1.3.95 HH100/351/09 1.3.95 WK FOUND TO BE A SMALL CARGO VESSEL WITH STOCKED ANCHORS, 2 BOILERS AND SINGLE ENGINE. THOUGHT UNLIKELY TO BE THE 'VALENTIA' AS SHE WAS BUILT IN 1898 AND THEREFORE WOULD BE LIKELY TO HAVE STOCKLESS ANCHORS. (R V MARTIN 27.2.95).

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 (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 25.538 N,8 6.043 W.

How deep is the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 121 meters and is located at coordinates 49 25.538 N,8 6.043 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 127 meters deep.

When did the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 16, 1917.

When was the wreck of the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY)?

The VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 3242 tons.

What type of wreck is the VALENTIA (POSSIBLY)?

The VALENTIA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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