Buchanness Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Buchanness Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 43.94 N,2 15.39 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.732333
  • Longitude: -2.256500
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUCHANNESS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4363
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 12, 1924
Original Detection Year 1924
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.7.72 20.7.72 LOST N OF BURHOU. (CHANNEL ISLANDS WKS). POSN 494400N, 021518W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 16, 1999

Circumstances of loss

LOST N OF BURHOU. (CHANNEL ISLANDS WKS). PASSAGE DUNKIRK TO BARRY. LOST PROPELLER SHAFT NUT WHILST OFF START POINT RENDERING SHIP HELPLESS. DRIFTED ACROSS THE CHANNEL AND WAS WRECKED ON THE CASQUETS. FORMERLY 'NETHERPARK'. (SEA BREEZES, FEB 80).

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FAQ

Where is the BUCHANNESS wreck located?

The BUCHANNESS wreck is located at coordinates 49 43.94 N,2 15.39 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BUCHANNESS?

The seabed around the BUCHANNESS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the BUCHANNESS sink?

The BUCHANNESS sank on Apr 12, 1924.

When was the wreck of the BUCHANNESS discovered?

The wreck of the BUCHANNESS was discovered in 1924.

What country did the BUCHANNESS belong to?

The BUCHANNESS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BUCHANNESS carrying?

The BUCHANNESS was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BUCHANNESS?

The BUCHANNESS had a tonnage of 4363 tons.

What type of wreck is the BUCHANNESS?

The BUCHANNESS is classified as a steam ship.

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