Beechgrove Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Beechgrove Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 10.51 N,5 51.393 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.175167
  • Longitude: -5.856550
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEECHGROVE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 76.2 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1221
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 16, 1905
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1905
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 0.5M OFF SHORE 2M S OF NEWCASTLE, CO DOWN. (LL). POSN 541030N, 055120W FOR FILING ONLY. 21.3.14 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (INIS HYDRO, HI 1353). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-JOSEPH VINEY, EX-LIXURI, EX-JOSEPH VINEY. BUILT IN 1880 BY J READHEAD & SONS, SOUTH SHIELDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALEXANDER & MUIR. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXAPANSION ENGINE OF 123 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE ARDROSSAN FOR PENARTH & LA ROCHELLE. SUFFERED CYLINDER HEAD FAILURE AND WRECKED OFF NEWCASTLE, CO DOWN. CREW OF 15 RECOVERED. WK PURCHASED BY MCCASLAND OF BALLYHENRY, PORTAFERRY AND DISMANTLED. (DODS & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the BEECHGROVE wreck located?

The BEECHGROVE wreck is located at coordinates 54 10.51 N,5 51.393 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BEECHGROVE?

The seabed around the BEECHGROVE lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the BEECHGROVE sink?

The BEECHGROVE sank on Jan 16, 1905.

When was the wreck of the BEECHGROVE discovered?

The wreck of the BEECHGROVE was discovered in 1905.

What country did the BEECHGROVE belong to?

The BEECHGROVE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BEECHGROVE carrying?

The BEECHGROVE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BEECHGROVE?

The BEECHGROVE had a tonnage of 1221 tons.

What type of wreck is the BEECHGROVE?

The BEECHGROVE is classified as a steam ship.

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