Westbury Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Westbury Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 17.02 N,9 28.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.283667
  • Longitude: -9.467333
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WESTBURY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3097
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 31, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK 8 MILES SE OF FASTNET. (LL WW2 LOSSES). POSN 5117.0N, 0928.0W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED. PASSAGE BARRY FOR HALIFAX, CARGO COAL.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 17.02 N,9 28.04 W
Westbury on Wreck Map Westbury Wreck on Google Map

More Steam Ship Wrecks:

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the WESTBURY wreck located?

The WESTBURY wreck is located at coordinates 51 17.02 N,9 28.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WESTBURY?

The seabed around the WESTBURY lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the WESTBURY sink?

The WESTBURY sank on Aug 31, 1917.

When was the wreck of the WESTBURY discovered?

The wreck of the WESTBURY was discovered in 1917.

What country did the WESTBURY belong to?

The WESTBURY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the WESTBURY carrying?

The WESTBURY was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the WESTBURY?

The WESTBURY had a tonnage of 3097 tons.

What type of wreck is the WESTBURY?

The WESTBURY is classified as a steam ship.

Back to Wrecks