Anglesea Rose Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Anglesea rose Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 25.033 N,5 35.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.417217
  • Longitude: -5.584333
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANGLESEA ROSE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 67.1 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 1151
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 16, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source other
Surveying Details H67/41 16.4.41 H67/41 SUNK IN 502500N, 053500W. (C-IN-C PLYMOUTH, 16.4.41). H5872/52 20.11.53 H5872/52 20.11.53 CHART AS NDW PA IN 502500N, 053500W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - NC 1149. 4.5.78 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS WKS USC PA 40MTRS [3 WKS IN THIS POSN]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - NC 1178. HH090/799/01 20.12.00 HH090/799/01 20.12.00 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 20, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1930 BY D & W HENDERSON, GLASGOW, WAS BOMBED AND SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT WHILST EN-ROUTE FROM BARRY TO PLYMOUTH. (WW2SL, LL WW2 & SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 25.033 N,5 35.06 W
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FAQ

Where is the ANGLESEA ROSE wreck located?

The ANGLESEA ROSE wreck is located at coordinates 50 25.033 N,5 35.06 W.

How deep is the ANGLESEA ROSE and where exactly is it located?

The ANGLESEA ROSE lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 50 25.033 N,5 35.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANGLESEA ROSE?

The seabed around the ANGLESEA ROSE lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the ANGLESEA ROSE sink?

The ANGLESEA ROSE sank on Apr 16, 1941.

When was the wreck of the ANGLESEA ROSE discovered?

The wreck of the ANGLESEA ROSE was discovered in 1941.

What country did the ANGLESEA ROSE belong to?

The ANGLESEA ROSE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ANGLESEA ROSE carrying?

The ANGLESEA ROSE was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ANGLESEA ROSE?

The ANGLESEA ROSE had a tonnage of 1151 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANGLESEA ROSE?

The ANGLESEA ROSE is classified as a steam ship.