Campen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Campen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 39.735 N,1 35.468 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.662250
  • Longitude: -1.591133
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAMPEN
Type East Indiaman
Flag NL
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck CAMPEN is located in the English Channel near the Needles off the Isle of Wight at coordinates 50 39.735 N, 1 35.468 W. This underwater obstruction sits just east of the Needles lighthouse. Historically, the site has been the subject of salvage operations and remains a documented maritime feature in the region. The wreck position is confirmed for navigational and archival records.

Surveying Details

3.2.81 HAS BEEN LOCATED JUST E OF NEEDLES LTHO. SALVAGE WORK BEING CARRIED OUT BY NORTHAMPTON BSAC, ADVISED BY P LARN & P MCBRIDE. (P LARN). NCA. POSN 503942N, 013523W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON THE NEEDLES. (P MCBRIDE).

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FAQ

Where is the CAMPEN wreck located?

The CAMPEN wreck is located at coordinates 50 39.735 N,1 35.468 W.

When was the wreck of the CAMPEN discovered?

The wreck of the CAMPEN was discovered in 1981.

What country did the CAMPEN belong to?

The CAMPEN belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the CAMPEN?

The CAMPEN is classified as a east indiaman.

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