Wilmere (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Wilmere (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 16.394 N,5 35.27 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.273233
  • Longitude: -5.587833
Wreck Depth 12.28 m
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WILMERE (PROBABLY)
Type barge
Flag GB
Length 28.3 m
Sonar Length 34.5
Sonar Width 6.9
Shadow Height 3.7
Orientation 268
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 13, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Oct 10, 2024

Surveying Details

H2894/72 17.8.76 POSN 551629N, 053500W [OGB]. SANK WHILE SALVAGING BYRON DARNTON. (OBAN CG, TLX 13.8.76). H2894/72 15.10.76 WRECK LIES RIGHT UNDERNEATH THE SHIP LTHO AT SANDA IS. NEXT TO WRECK SHE WAS SALVAGING IN 551624N, 053501W. (OBAN CG). H1310/83/13 18.3.83 LARGE E/S CONTACT IN APPROX 20MTRS TO W OF BYRON DARNTON. POSSIBLY THIS WK. (SGT HARGREAVES, 16.2.83). NCA. H2885/83 1.5.86 EXAMINED 7.7.85 IN 551623N, 053512W [OGB] USING HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 11 IN GEN DEPTH 16MTRS. DIVERS FROM RAF LEUCHERS REPORTED WK TO BE POSSIBLY THAT OF A TRAWLER. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 165B). BR STD. RSDRA2024000271170 08.10.24 EXAM'D 15.03.24; WK LOCATED IN 5516-394N, 0535.270W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 12.28MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 16MTRS. LENGTH 34.5MTRS, WIDTH 6.9MTRS, HT 3.7MTRS, ORIENTATION 268/088DEGS. BOW SECTION DEGRADED, STERN SECTION ALMOST INTACT. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI1790, H525-3863). AMEND DW 12.2MTRS IN REVISED.

Circumstances of loss

AGROUND NEAR THE SHIP LIGHTHOUSE, ISLE OF SANDA. VESSEL REPORTED MAKING WATER. CREW SAFE. VESSEL LATER SANK ON TOP OF EXISTING WRECK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 16.394 N,5 35.27 W
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FAQ

Where is the WILMERE (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The WILMERE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 16.394 N,5 35.27 W.

How deep is the WILMERE (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The WILMERE (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 12.28 meters and is located at coordinates 55 16.394 N,5 35.27 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WILMERE (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the WILMERE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the WILMERE (PROBABLY) sink?

The WILMERE (PROBABLY) sank on Aug 13, 1976.

When was the wreck of the WILMERE (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the WILMERE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1976.

What country did the WILMERE (PROBABLY) belong to?

The WILMERE (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the WILMERE (PROBABLY)?

The WILMERE (PROBABLY) is classified as a barge.

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