Cumberland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cumberland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 52.017 N,1 15.886 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.866950
  • Longitude: 1.264767
Water Depth 28 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CUMBERLAND
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 63
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 17, 1890
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1890
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 45 MILES ENE OF SPURN POINT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 535200N 011600E APPROX, FOR FILING ONLY. H4064/85/1 24.11.86 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (HUNTING SURVEYS, HI 321B). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 5, 2010

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED AFTER COLLISION WITH 'ETHEL'. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the CUMBERLAND wreck located?

The CUMBERLAND wreck is located at coordinates 53 52.017 N,1 15.886 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CUMBERLAND?

The seabed around the CUMBERLAND lies at approximately 28 meters deep.

When did the CUMBERLAND sink?

The CUMBERLAND sank on Feb 17, 1890.

When was the wreck of the CUMBERLAND discovered?

The wreck of the CUMBERLAND was discovered in 1890.

What country did the CUMBERLAND belong to?

The CUMBERLAND belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CUMBERLAND?

The CUMBERLAND had a tonnage of 63 tons.

What type of wreck is the CUMBERLAND?

The CUMBERLAND is classified as a sailing vessel.

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