Churchill Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Churchill Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 45.025 N,5 57.059 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.750417
  • Longitude: -5.950983
Water Depth 111 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHURCHILL
Type dredger
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 1944
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H067/44 SANK IN 51500N, 055700W APPROX. 5.4.72 INS AS NDWPA. NC 1478. 18.12.72 AMEND USCPA 100.0MTRS. NC 1478. H5223/76 13.7.77 SINGLE CONTACT OBTAINED DURING AREA SONAR SWEEP. CLASSIFIED AS BOTTOM ECHO. (HMS HERALD, HI 11/77). AMEND DEAD. BR STD. H1921/80 28.3.80 NOT FOUND USING HYDROSEARCH OVER AREA 4 X 3.5 KMS. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 52/80). AMEND DEAD. BR STD. H4467/81 29.10.82 DISPROVED IN THIS POSN. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 70H). NCA.
Last Amended Date May 5, 2010

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED WHILST UNDER TOW. (FOIC MILFORD).

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FAQ

Where is the CHURCHILL wreck located?

The CHURCHILL wreck is located at coordinates 51 45.025 N,5 57.059 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHURCHILL?

The seabed around the CHURCHILL lies at approximately 111 meters deep.

When did the CHURCHILL sink?

The CHURCHILL sank on Dec 10, 1944.

When was the wreck of the CHURCHILL discovered?

The wreck of the CHURCHILL was discovered in 1944.

What type of wreck is the CHURCHILL?

The CHURCHILL is classified as a dredger.