County Of Lancaster Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
County of lancaster Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 9.25 N,6 2.75 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.154167
  • Longitude: -6.045833
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name COUNTY OF LANCASTER
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 150
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 12, 1901
Original Detection Year 1901
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the County of Lancaster is located off the coast of Greystones, Ireland, at coordinates 53 9.25 N, 6 2.75 W. This underwater obstruction represents a significant maritime site where the vessel was once reported in distress and subsequently abandoned. While the current structural condition of the County of Lancaster is classified as well broken, its precise location remains a key reference point for navigation and historical maritime surveying. For historical filing purposes, the site is also cross-referenced at coordinates 530915N, 060245W. This underwater wreck serves as a notable landmark in the waters near Greystones, providing valuable data for maritime records and underwater obstruction charting.

Surveying Details

WAS IN DISTRESS AND WAS ABANDONED OFF GREYSTONES. (SII). POSN 530915N, 060245W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. REGISTERED IN GLASGOW. PASSAGE GLASGOW FOR CARNLOUGH, CO ANTRIM. RAILWAY WORKERS SAW DISTRESS SIGNALS OFF GREYSTONES. CREW OF 4 ABANDONED TO BOAT BUT DISREGARDED COASTGUARD WARNINGS AND CAME ASHORE BETWEEN JACK'S THOLE & MIZEN HEAD. BOAT OVERTURNED AND ALL WERE LOST. (SII).

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FAQ

Where is the COUNTY OF LANCASTER wreck located?

The COUNTY OF LANCASTER wreck is located at coordinates 53 9.25 N,6 2.75 W.

How deep is the seabed around the COUNTY OF LANCASTER?

The seabed around the COUNTY OF LANCASTER lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the COUNTY OF LANCASTER sink?

The COUNTY OF LANCASTER sank on Nov 12, 1901.

When was the wreck of the COUNTY OF LANCASTER discovered?

The wreck of the COUNTY OF LANCASTER was discovered in 1901.

What country did the COUNTY OF LANCASTER belong to?

The COUNTY OF LANCASTER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the COUNTY OF LANCASTER?

The COUNTY OF LANCASTER had a tonnage of 150 tons.

What type of wreck is the COUNTY OF LANCASTER?

The COUNTY OF LANCASTER is classified as a sailing vessel.

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