Beryl Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Beryl Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 51.026 N,2 16.886 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.850433
  • Longitude: 2.281433
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BERYL
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 57
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 6, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1969
Original Source other
Surveying Details 10.6.18 10.6.18 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 5M NNE FROM SPAR BUOY ON SMITHS KNOLL. (BOT & SKIPPER [M28119]). NCA YET. 9.6.18 9.6.18 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 525100N, 021700E. (ID FROM LOWESTOFT). NCA. H6411/21 H6411/21 LISTED IN SUMMARY OF WKS FROM GERMAN AND NETH CHARTS. INS AS NDW (1918) (PA). BR STD. H8203/19 H8203/19 POSN 5M N HALF E FROM SMITHS KNOLL SPAR BUOY. NCA. H3730/69 3.6.69 H3730/69 3.6.69 NOT FOUND AFTER INTENSIVE SONAR & E/S SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG 1969). DELETE. NC 1503. 20.11.72 20.11.72 SHOWN IN 525106N, 021648E [EUR] ON NETH FISHERIES 1954 [RECD 7.11.72]. NCA. HH090/616/01 21.11.94 HH090/616/01 21.11.94 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE CREW FORCED TO ABANDON AND SUNK BY EXPLOSIVE CHARGES. (LLWW1 & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the BERYL wreck located?

The BERYL wreck is located at coordinates 52 51.026 N,2 16.886 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BERYL?

The seabed around the BERYL lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the BERYL sink?

The BERYL sank on Jun 6, 1918.

When was the wreck of the BERYL discovered?

The wreck of the BERYL was discovered in 1918.

What country did the BERYL belong to?

The BERYL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BERYL?

The BERYL had a tonnage of 57 tons.

What type of wreck is the BERYL?

The BERYL is classified as a fishing vessel.