Elizabeth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Elizabeth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 25.565 N,3 10.18 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.426083
  • Longitude: -3.169667
Water Depth -2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELIZABETH
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 100
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wine
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 6, 1865
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1865
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details [NO DATE] SV ELIZABETH IN 532533N, 031006W [OGB]. DEPTH 3FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 27.3.75 27.3.75 NOT SHOWN SURVEY [K3500/10]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 10, 2004

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED ON BURBO BANK & BECAME A TOTAL WK. ALL HANDS PERISHED.

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FAQ

Where is the ELIZABETH wreck located?

The ELIZABETH wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.565 N,3 10.18 W.

When did the ELIZABETH sink?

The ELIZABETH sank on Jan 6, 1865.

When was the wreck of the ELIZABETH discovered?

The wreck of the ELIZABETH was discovered in 1865.

What cargo was the ELIZABETH carrying?

The ELIZABETH was carrying wine.

What was the tonnage of the ELIZABETH?

The ELIZABETH had a tonnage of 100 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELIZABETH?

The ELIZABETH is classified as a sailing vessel.