Whitetoft Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Whitetoft Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 25.011 N,0 31.102 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.416850
  • Longitude: -0.518367
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WHITETOFT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 59.6 m
Width 9.5 m
Draught 3.8
Tonnage 883
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1940
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1960
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H1668/40 30.5.60 STRANDED IN ROBIN HOOD BAY, BADLY HOLED. (CG WHITBY, 30.4.40). POSN 542500N, 003100W FOR FILING ONLY. H6331/87/2 10.2.89 NO INDICATION OF WRECKAGE FOUND. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date May 26, 2017

Circumstances of loss

EX- WELTONDALE '36. BUILT IN 1924 BY COCHRANE & SONS LTD, SELBY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY 'TOFT' SS CO LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 98 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY AMOS & SMITH LTD, HULL. PASSAGE GHENT FOR THE TEES. RAN AGROUND. (SIBI & CG WHITBY).

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FAQ

Where is the WHITETOFT wreck located?

The WHITETOFT wreck is located at coordinates 54 25.011 N,0 31.102 W.

When did the WHITETOFT sink?

The WHITETOFT sank on Apr 29, 1940.

When was the wreck of the WHITETOFT discovered?

The wreck of the WHITETOFT was discovered in 1960.

What country did the WHITETOFT belong to?

The WHITETOFT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the WHITETOFT carrying?

The WHITETOFT was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the WHITETOFT?

The WHITETOFT had a tonnage of 883 tons.

What type of wreck is the WHITETOFT?

The WHITETOFT is classified as a steam ship.

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