Welfare Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Welfare Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 59.515 N,0 11.103 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.991917
  • Longitude: -0.185050
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WELFARE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 8, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Mar 27, 2003

Surveying Details

9.11.71 LOST 0.75 TO 1.0M S OF BARMSTON YORKSHIRE. (LL 206). H1942/76 9.3.81 NOT FOUND DURING BASIC SOUNDING. NO FURTHER SEARCH MADE. (SOISS HI 65/80, WK 27) 7.10.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1358). NCA. AMEND DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the WELFARE wreck located?

The WELFARE wreck is located at coordinates 53 59.515 N,0 11.103 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WELFARE?

The seabed around the WELFARE lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the WELFARE sink?

The WELFARE sank on Nov 8, 1971.

When was the wreck of the WELFARE discovered?

The wreck of the WELFARE was discovered in 1971.

What country did the WELFARE belong to?

The WELFARE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the WELFARE?

The WELFARE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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