Cheldale Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Cheldale Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		29 50 S,31 28 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -29.833333
  • Longitude: 31.466667
Water Depth 450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHELDALE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 111.2 m
Width 15.7 m
Draught 7.7
Tonnage 4218
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 17, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Feb 5, 2010

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the steamship Cheldale is located at coordinates 29 50 S, 31 28 E off the coast of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. This underwater obstruction, recorded in the UK Hydrographic Office archives, was historically reported as a sunken vessel in 1940. The site consists of a submerged wreck lying off the South African coastline near the port of Durban. Site conditions for this underwater feature are classified as non-current active, meaning the structural integrity of the Cheldale is considered well broken. Mariners and divers navigating near these coordinates should be aware of this historical shipwreck position.

Surveying Details

23.2.40 WK IN 295000S, 312800E. (SIMONSTOWN NM 1/40). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1925 BY SIR J PRIESTMAN & CO, WITH TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 318NHP OF 10KNOTS. SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH GREYSTOKE CASTLE 24M OFF DURBAN. 16 CREW WERE LOST. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the CHELDALE wreck located?

The CHELDALE wreck is located at coordinates 29 50 S,31 28 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHELDALE?

The seabed around the CHELDALE lies at approximately 450 meters deep.

When did the CHELDALE sink?

The CHELDALE sank on Feb 17, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CHELDALE discovered?

The wreck of the CHELDALE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CHELDALE belong to?

The CHELDALE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CHELDALE carrying?

The CHELDALE was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the CHELDALE?

The CHELDALE had a tonnage of 4218 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHELDALE?

The CHELDALE is classified as a steam ship.

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