Barton Queen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Barton queen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 38.96 N,3 17.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.649333
  • Longitude: 3.298500
Wreck Depth 28 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BARTON QUEEN
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 31.4 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 178
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 7, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 10, 2001

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the vessel Barton Queen is located at coordinates 54 38.96 N, 3 17.91 E. Historical hydrographic survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office note that this underwater obstruction was historically charted as a dangerous wreck in the North Sea before being officially deleted from navigational charts in 2001.

Surveying Details

POSN 544000N, 032000E. (LLOYDS) H7614/58 18.4.68 POSN 543900N, 031800E. (NAVEAM 0618032 MAR'68) CHART AS DWPA. BR STD. 2.10.73 CONFIRMATION OF POSN. (NETH WK RECORDS). 9.1.89 USC PA 28MTRS SHOWN ON NETH 1014 [1988 EDN]. BR STD. 26.4.89 BARTON QUEEN, DWPA IN 543900N, 031800E. (NETH WK RECORDS - 1988). HH340/620/06 10.8.01 DELETED. (NETH NM 32/451/01). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER SPRINGING A LEAK IN FORCE 11 GALE. (LL & SIGNAL REPORT)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 38.96 N,3 17.91 E
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FAQ

Where is the BARTON QUEEN wreck located?

The BARTON QUEEN wreck is located at coordinates 54 38.96 N,3 17.91 E.

How deep is the BARTON QUEEN and where exactly is it located?

The BARTON QUEEN lies at a depth of about 28 meters and is located at coordinates 54 38.96 N,3 17.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BARTON QUEEN?

The seabed around the BARTON QUEEN lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the BARTON QUEEN sink?

The BARTON QUEEN sank on Mar 7, 1968.

When was the wreck of the BARTON QUEEN discovered?

The wreck of the BARTON QUEEN was discovered in 1968.

What country did the BARTON QUEEN belong to?

The BARTON QUEEN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BARTON QUEEN carrying?

The BARTON QUEEN was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the BARTON QUEEN?

The BARTON QUEEN had a tonnage of 178 tons.

What type of wreck is the BARTON QUEEN?

The BARTON QUEEN is classified as a trawler.

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