Braemar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Braemar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 54.794 N,5 43.064 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.913233
  • Longitude: -5.717733
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRAEMAR
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 19, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details 19.7.85 OBSTN REPD STRUCK BY KEEL OF YACHT BRAEMAR AT 1235A, 19.7.85, WHILE PROCEEDING ON COURSE 233 DEG (MAG) AND WHEN S POINT OF CORR EILEAN WAS ABEAM, APPROX 2 CABLES. PROBABLY HIT SEMI-BUOYANT DEBRIS. (CLYDE CG MRCC, 30.7.85). H4031/77 31.7.85 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 555400N, 054200W APPROX. (CLYDE CG MRCC, 30.7.85). PLOTS IN APPROX 555448N, 054300W. FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 26.4.13 NOT LOCATED 23.10.12 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1371). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER STRIKING OBSTN.

General Comments

PROBABLY HIT SEMI-BUOYANT DEBRIS

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FAQ

Where is the BRAEMAR wreck located?

The BRAEMAR wreck is located at coordinates 55 54.794 N,5 43.064 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRAEMAR?

The seabed around the BRAEMAR lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the BRAEMAR sink?

The BRAEMAR sank on Jul 19, 1985.

When was the wreck of the BRAEMAR discovered?

The wreck of the BRAEMAR was discovered in 1985.

What country did the BRAEMAR belong to?

The BRAEMAR belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the BRAEMAR?

The BRAEMAR is classified as a sailing vessel.

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