Betsy 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
Betsy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 26.182 N,3 13.229 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.436367
  • Longitude: -3.220483
Wreck Depth -0.2 m
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BETSY
Type sailing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 13, 1873
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1873
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 17.5.1873 [NO DATE] BETSY IN 53 2610N, 031309W [OGB], 80YDS SE FROM H.3 RED BUOY. DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB 17.5.1873. DEPTH 1FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 27.3.75 27.3.75 NOT SHOWN ON SURVEY [K3500/10]. 4.6.80 4.6.80 SHOWN AS WK DRIES 0.2MTRS IN 532610N, 031309W [OGB] ON SURVEY [K3500/12]. BR STD. H2003/86 24.2.87 H2003/86 24.2.87 DISPROVING SEARCH REVEALED NO INDICATION OF THIS WK. MAY HAVE BEEN BURIED DUE ENCROACHMENT OF E HOYLE SPIT. (MD & HC, HI 323). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 2, 2004

Circumstances of loss

SANK ABOUT 80 YDS SE FROM H3 RED BUOY. (SIBI)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 26.182 N,3 13.229 W
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FAQ

Where is the BETSY wreck located?

The BETSY wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.182 N,3 13.229 W.

How deep is the BETSY and where exactly is it located?

The BETSY lies at a depth of about -0.2 meters and is located at coordinates 53 26.182 N,3 13.229 W.

When did the BETSY sink?

The BETSY sank on May 13, 1873.

When was the wreck of the BETSY discovered?

The wreck of the BETSY was discovered in 1873.

What type of wreck is the BETSY?

The BETSY is classified as a sailing vessel.