Bellerock Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bellerock Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 19.929 N,3 45.472 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.332150
  • Longitude: -3.757867
Water Depth 29 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BELLEROCK
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 73.2 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4.4
Tonnage 1199
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 16, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H0666/40 5.8.40 POSN 11 DEG 5.3 MILES FROM FORELAND LT. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). - PFNM 1949/40. H0835/40 1.10.40 INS AS DW. - NM 2390/40. H0666/40 7.10.49 DELETE. (HMS SEAGULL). - NM 2054/49. 27.1.12 NOT LOCATED 15.5.10 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1327). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 8, 2002

Circumstances of loss

EX-LAVERNOCK '38. BUILT IN 1909 BY AISLA SHIPBUILDING CO LTD, TROON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY VERANO SS CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 251 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY FOR CORUNNA. STRUCK GERMAN LAID MINE AND FOUNDERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the BELLEROCK wreck located?

The BELLEROCK wreck is located at coordinates 51 19.929 N,3 45.472 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BELLEROCK?

The seabed around the BELLEROCK lies at approximately 29 meters deep.

When did the BELLEROCK sink?

The BELLEROCK sank on Jul 16, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BELLEROCK discovered?

The wreck of the BELLEROCK was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BELLEROCK belong to?

The BELLEROCK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BELLEROCK carrying?

The BELLEROCK was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BELLEROCK?

The BELLEROCK had a tonnage of 1199 tons.

What type of wreck is the BELLEROCK?

The BELLEROCK is classified as a steam ship.

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