Boscobel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Boscobel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 21.5 N,2 50.75 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.358333
  • Longitude: 2.845833
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOSCOBEL
Type coaster
Flag GB
Tonnage 232
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 29, 1937
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1937
Last Detection Year 1962
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H3770/37 8.6.37 INS DW (PA) IN 512130N, 025045 [UND], 353DEGS, 8.9M FROM MARIAKERKE CHURCH. (OSTEND NM, DTD 31.5.37). - NM 1023/37. H802/61 9.8.62 NO LONGER CHARTED. (OSTEND NM DTD 1937). AMENDED TO DEAD. NC 1872.
Last Amended Date Nov 22, 2006

Circumstances of loss

28.8.88 VESSEL LOST NEAR WANELAAR LV ON PASSAGE ANTWERP FOR LONDON. LOSSES UNKNOWN. (R VERPOORTE, 28.8.88).

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FAQ

Where is the BOSCOBEL wreck located?

The BOSCOBEL wreck is located at coordinates 51 21.5 N,2 50.75 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOSCOBEL?

The seabed around the BOSCOBEL lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the BOSCOBEL sink?

The BOSCOBEL sank on May 29, 1937.

When was the wreck of the BOSCOBEL discovered?

The wreck of the BOSCOBEL was discovered in 1937.

What country did the BOSCOBEL belong to?

The BOSCOBEL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BOSCOBEL carrying?

The BOSCOBEL was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the BOSCOBEL?

The BOSCOBEL had a tonnage of 232 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOSCOBEL?

The BOSCOBEL is classified as a coaster.

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