Ashgrove 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
Ashgrove Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 10.995 N,3 0.288 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.183250
  • Longitude: -3.004800
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASHGROVE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 86.9 m
Width 10.5 m
Draught 5.4
Tonnage 1702
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 16, 1912
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details 15.4.70 DRIVEN ON TO THE SEA WALL AT METHIL IN 561100N, 030012W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2020

Circumstances of loss

DRIVEN ON TO SEA WALL AT METHIL AND WAS A TOTAL LOSS. EX-HOLDERNESS, IRON SCREW SS, BUILT 1882 BY EARL'S CO LTD, HULL, WITH 2 CYLINDER COMPOUND ENGINE. STRANDED & LOST ON NEW SEAWALL AT METHIL, WHILST ON PASSAGE MIDDLESBROUGH FOR METHIL. 3 LIVES LOST. (SHIPWRECKS OF THE FORTH, B BAIRD, & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ASHGROVE wreck located?

The ASHGROVE wreck is located at coordinates 56 10.995 N,3 0.288 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASHGROVE?

The seabed around the ASHGROVE lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the ASHGROVE sink?

The ASHGROVE sank on Jan 16, 1912.

When was the wreck of the ASHGROVE discovered?

The wreck of the ASHGROVE was discovered in 1970.

What country did the ASHGROVE belong to?

The ASHGROVE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ASHGROVE?

The ASHGROVE had a tonnage of 1702 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASHGROVE?

The ASHGROVE is classified as a steam ship.

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