Broadhurst (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Broadhurst (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 35.536 N,0 15.092 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.592267
  • Longitude: -0.251533
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 57 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BROADHURST (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1013
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 26, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published other losses
Last Amended Date Apr 11, 2000

Surveying Details

H01001/40 26.7.40 SUNK 14 MILES S BY W OF SHOREHAM. (MERCHANT SHIPPING LOSSES, 26.7.40). 7.8.53 CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 503530N, 001500W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC F6841. 23.7.71 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 28.0MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1652. 4.4.78 AMENDED TO USC PA 35.0MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. H3823/78 21.8.79 WK LOCATED IN 503529N, 001406W [OGB] USING DECCA. NOT DIVED ON YET. (E GILES 16.8.79). AWAIT RESULTS OF HMS BULLDOG'S SURVEY. NCA. H1965/76 26.11.80 NOTHING FOUND DURING INTENSIVE SEARCH WITHIN 400MTRS OF POSN. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 37A/77). DELETE. BR STD. 25.4.14 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (NETSURVEY, HI 1435). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

STEEL HULL. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE SEAHAM FOR SHOREHAM-BY-SEA. TORPEDOED BY E-BOAT 14M S BY W OF SHOREHAM. 4 MEN LOST. (WW2SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the BROADHURST (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The BROADHURST (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.536 N,0 15.092 W.

How deep is the BROADHURST (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The BROADHURST (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 35.536 N,0 15.092 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BROADHURST (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the BROADHURST (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 57 meters deep.

When did the BROADHURST (PROBABLY) sink?

The BROADHURST (PROBABLY) sank on Jul 26, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BROADHURST (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the BROADHURST (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BROADHURST (PROBABLY) belong to?

The BROADHURST (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BROADHURST (PROBABLY) carrying?

The BROADHURST (PROBABLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BROADHURST (PROBABLY)?

The BROADHURST (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1013 tons.

What type of wreck is the BROADHURST (PROBABLY)?

The BROADHURST (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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