Bretwalda Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bretwalda Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 4.25 N,8 59.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.070833
  • Longitude: -8.991667
Water Depth 37 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRETWALDA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 97.5 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2908
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1897
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.9.72 20.9.72 SANK 3M N OF CAPE ST VINCENT. (DODS) POSN 370415N, 085930W FOR FILING ONLY. 4.3.94 4.3.94 NOT SHOWN ON PORTUGUESE 40 [1993 1ST EDN]. NCA. 30.1.07 SEP 2007/000001069 30.1.07 NOT SHOWN ON PORTUGUESE FISHERIES CHART 24P05 [2ND EDN' JUN 2005]. RETAIN AS 'POSN FOR FILING ONLY'. NFA.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1881, BY PALMERS' CO. WAS OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HALL BROTHERS. WRECKED 3M N OF CAPE ST VINCENT WHILE ON PASSAGE BLYTH TO ALEXANDRIA. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the BRETWALDA wreck located?

The BRETWALDA wreck is located at coordinates 37 4.25 N,8 59.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRETWALDA?

The seabed around the BRETWALDA lies at approximately 37 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BRETWALDA discovered?

The wreck of the BRETWALDA was discovered in 1897.

What country did the BRETWALDA belong to?

The BRETWALDA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BRETWALDA carrying?

The BRETWALDA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BRETWALDA?

The BRETWALDA had a tonnage of 2908 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRETWALDA?

The BRETWALDA is classified as a steam ship.

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