Brynmill (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Brynmill (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 19.187 N,0 53.726 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.319783
  • Longitude: 0.895433
Wreck Depth 10.3 m
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 55.3 m
Width 8.6 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 743
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 3, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source other
Surveying Details H03999/41 22.11.41 SANK 5 MILES W OF E DUDGEON BELL BUOY. (C IN C NORE). - PFNM 2787/41. H03999/41 16.7.42 WK 6FMS IN 531858N, 005336E. (ADMIRALTY). - NM 1452/42. H332 & 4729/63 1.2.63 NOT FOUND. (HMS SCOTT, 1962). NCA YET. 26.11.74 AMEND TO WK 10.3MTRS [LAT]. NC 108. 11.1.94 WK REPD DIVED ON SUMMER 1993 IN 531910N, 005350E. WELL BROKEN UP. CHART AS WKPA 10.3MTRS. (T BENNETTO, TELECON). BR STD. RSDRA2022000040808 27.10.22 NOTHING SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2021. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI1728). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 24, 2023

Circumstances of loss

EX-MALACHITE '39. BUILT IN 1920 BY N V SCHSPB., SLIEDRECHT. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COOK SHIPPING CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 116HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY AFT BY PENN & BAUDVIN, DORDRECHT. PASSAGE BLYTH FOR LONDON. CARGO COAL. BOMBED BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BUT TOW BROKE AND WAS ABANDONED.

General Comments

WELL BROKEN UP

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 19.187 N,0 53.726 E
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FAQ

Where is the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 19.187 N,0 53.726 E.

How deep is the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 10.3 meters and is located at coordinates 53 19.187 N,0 53.726 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) sink?

The BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 3, 1941.

When was the wreck of the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1941.

What country did the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY)?

The BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 743 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY)?

The BRYNMILL (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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