Angelica (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Angelica (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 42.176 N,5 16.613 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.702933
  • Longitude: -5.276883
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANGELICA (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 76.4 m
Width 9.7 m
Draught 6.8
Tonnage 1180
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 25, 1868
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source diver
Surveying Details 30.9.70 30.9.70 WRECK LOCATED IN 514209N, 051633W CONSISTS OF BOILER, SHAFT, PLATES ETC. LYING IN A COUPLE OF NATURAL GULLEYS NEAR THE CLIFFS IN ABOUT 15FT OF WATER AT LW. MAY BE FROM A WRECK CALLED ANGELINA OR ANGELE SUNK 1868. DIVED ON SEP'70. (VISIT BY MR MATTHEWS & MR BOWEN TO HO) NCA, EXISTING SCALES TOO SMALL. H3804/72 3.10.77 H3804/72 3.10.77 NOTHING FOUND WHEN AREA SOUNDED BY BOAT. LOCAL DIVER REPORTS 2 NAMES ON SHIP'S BELL: MOLGOVAR 1860 & ANGELIQUE. (HMS WOODLARK, ROS DTD 17.12.76). NCA. 6.12.11 6.12.11 NOT LOCATED 3.2011 BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1328). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 6, 2011

Circumstances of loss

EX-ANGELICA, EX-JOSE, EX-ALMO GAVAT. BUILT OF IRON IN 1857. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY C V BYRNE. PASSAGE BORDEAUX FOR BARRY DOCKS. STRANDED & LOST IN HIGH WINDS ON SKOKHOLM ISLAND. 1 LIFE LOST. (SIBI).

General Comments

BOILER, SHAFTS, PLATES LYING IN ROCK GULLIES See Also: 12012

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FAQ

Where is the ANGELICA (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The ANGELICA (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 42.176 N,5 16.613 W.

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

The seabed around the ANGELICA (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the ANGELICA (PROBABLY) sink?

The ANGELICA (PROBABLY) sank on Jul 25, 1868.

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

The wreck of the ANGELICA (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1970.

What country did the ANGELICA (PROBABLY) belong to?

The ANGELICA (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ANGELICA (PROBABLY) carrying?

The ANGELICA (PROBABLY) was carrying personnel,wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the ANGELICA (PROBABLY)?

The ANGELICA (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1180 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANGELICA (PROBABLY)?

The ANGELICA (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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