Craigenroan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Craigenroan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 0.986 N,5 49.733 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.016433
  • Longitude: -5.828883
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CRAIGENROAN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 27, 1977
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2894/72 28.4.77 EXTENSIVELY DAMAGED BY FIRE. SANK IN 570100N, 054900W, APPROX, IN 12FMS. (LL 28.4.77). NCA. HH090/523/01 9.3.92 NOT FOUND DURING SEARCH WITHIN 400MTR RADIUS OF REPORTED POSN. (HMS ROEBUCK, HI 523). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2020/000229367 4.12.20 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY (2020) (MERITAITO, HI1568). NFA.
Last Amended Date Mar 18, 2009

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED ON FIRE AND BEING TOWED TOWARDS MALLAIG BY MFV CROSBY. NOT PERMITTED TO ENTER HARBOUR. ALLOWED TO SINK.

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FAQ

Where is the CRAIGENROAN wreck located?

The CRAIGENROAN wreck is located at coordinates 57 0.986 N,5 49.733 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CRAIGENROAN?

The seabed around the CRAIGENROAN lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the CRAIGENROAN sink?

The CRAIGENROAN sank on Apr 27, 1977.

When was the wreck of the CRAIGENROAN discovered?

The wreck of the CRAIGENROAN was discovered in 1977.

What country did the CRAIGENROAN belong to?

The CRAIGENROAN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the CRAIGENROAN?

The CRAIGENROAN is classified as a fishing vessel.