Boyne Castle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Boyne castle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 6.496 N,2 4.095 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.108267
  • Longitude: -2.068250
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOYNE CASTLE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 35.7 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 2.6
Tonnage 245
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2004
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 15.2.71 SUNK 12 MILES N BY E FROM ST ABBS HEAD. (WW1SL). POSN 560630N, 020400W. NCA. HH091/051/01 15.1.04 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 1051). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1909 BY DUNDEE SB CO LTD, DUNDEE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BANFFSHIRE STEAM SHIPPING CO LTD. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 60NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE MACDUFF FOR SUNDERLAND. CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the BOYNE CASTLE wreck located?

The BOYNE CASTLE wreck is located at coordinates 56 6.496 N,2 4.095 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BOYNE CASTLE?

The seabed around the BOYNE CASTLE lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the BOYNE CASTLE sink?

The BOYNE CASTLE sank on Feb 7, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BOYNE CASTLE discovered?

The wreck of the BOYNE CASTLE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BOYNE CASTLE belong to?

The BOYNE CASTLE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BOYNE CASTLE carrying?

The BOYNE CASTLE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BOYNE CASTLE?

The BOYNE CASTLE had a tonnage of 245 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOYNE CASTLE?

The BOYNE CASTLE is classified as a steam ship.

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