Burnstone Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Burnstone Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
56 21.994 N,1 59.097 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 56.366567
- Longitude: -1.984950
|
| Water Depth |
50 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
BURNSTONE |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
93.3 m |
| Width |
13.4 m |
| Draught |
6.1 |
| Tonnage |
2340 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 19, 1918
|
| Original Detection Year |
1918 |
| Last Detection Year |
2009 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Aug 1, 2014 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Wreck details for the vessel Burnstone, historically known as the Kilsyth. The current charted position for the underwater obstruction is 56 21.994 N, 1 59.097 W. This wreck is situated off the coast of Northumberland, England, in the North Sea near the Farne Islands. Historical survey records indicate the site has been subject to multiple investigations, with previous reports of the wreck being non-locatable or misidentified in earlier charts. The wreck was officially identified as the Burnstone, formerly the Kilsyth, following diver investigations which confirmed the identity via a recovered ship bell. This site serves as a significant underwater navigation hazard and historical maritime landmark. Please use the precise coordinates 56 21.994 N, 1 59.097 W for all navigational and recreational diving planning.
Surveying Details
M14700 21.3.18 APPROXIMATE POSN 44M N OF FARNE ISLAND. (MASTER IDSA). M15465 27.3.18 POSN 44M N FROM FARNE ISLAND. (BOT MASTER). INS AS WK [OLD SYMBOL] IN 562200N, 015900W. BA 2182B. M07876 23.3.18 POSN 21M N FROM FARNE ISLAND. (AP REPORT GRANTON). H4087/26 24.6.26 DELETE FROM 2182B. INS AS NDW PA (1918) IN 562200N, 015900W. BR STD. H2905/62 14.8.62 NO WRECK FOUND IN THIS POSITION. SEE WRECK [2992] FOUND IN 562025N, 020403W. (HMS SCOTT 1962). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE NDW PD. - NM 2748/62. HH091/152/01 16.6.08 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE HYDRO, HI 1152). NCA. 15.1.09 BURNSTONE, EX- KILSYTH, LOCATED & DIVED IN 5628.180N, 0144.658W. BELL RECOVERED. (I EASINGWOOD, E-MAIL DTD 13.1.09) SEE RECORD 70466.
Circumstances of loss
EX-KILSYTH, BUILT IN 1903 BY CRAIG, TAYLOR & CO, STOCKTON-ON-TEES, WITH 3 CYLINDER TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 243NHP, TWO BOILERS, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY NE MARINE ENG. CO. LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALEXANDER BROS. PASSAGE FROM IMMINGHAM. TORPEDOED BY UB-62. 5 CREW LOST. (SIBI)
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
56 21.994 N,1 59.097 W
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FAQ
Where is the BURNSTONE wreck located?
The BURNSTONE wreck is located at coordinates 56 21.994 N,1 59.097 W.
How deep is the seabed around the BURNSTONE?
The seabed around the BURNSTONE lies at approximately 50 meters deep.
When did the BURNSTONE sink?
The BURNSTONE sank on Mar 19, 1918.
When was the wreck of the BURNSTONE discovered?
The wreck of the BURNSTONE was discovered in 1918.
What country did the BURNSTONE belong to?
The BURNSTONE belonged to GB.
What cargo was the BURNSTONE carrying?
The BURNSTONE was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the BURNSTONE?
The BURNSTONE had a tonnage of 2340 tons.
What type of wreck is the BURNSTONE?
The BURNSTONE is classified as a steam ship.