Victoria Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Victoria Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 21.515 N,4 38.569 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.358583
  • Longitude: -4.642817
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VICTORIA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 9.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 2, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Mar 10, 2014

Surveying Details

H3080/77 9.11.81 H3080/77 9.11.81 VICTORIA WAS AN OPEN BOAT 25-30FT LONG, MAX HT 10FT. (LL, 4.11.81) NCA. POSN 532600N, 043700W FOR FILING ONLY. HH100/351/12 13.12.96 HH100/351/12 13.12.96 REPD TO HAVE SUNK 2M W OF BOLIVAR ROCK IN 532130N, 043830W APPROX. (S KERSHAW). NCA. INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART. 10.3.14 10.3.14 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1420). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SINKING 12000YDS N OF HOLYHEAD BREAKWATER & CREW TOOK TO LIFERAFTS.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 21.515 N,4 38.569 W
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FAQ

Where is the VICTORIA wreck located?

The VICTORIA wreck is located at coordinates 53 21.515 N,4 38.569 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VICTORIA?

The seabed around the VICTORIA lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the VICTORIA sink?

The VICTORIA sank on Nov 2, 1981.

When was the wreck of the VICTORIA discovered?

The wreck of the VICTORIA was discovered in 1981.

What country did the VICTORIA belong to?

The VICTORIA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the VICTORIA?

The VICTORIA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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