Eros Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Eros Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 47.018 N,1 7.889 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.783633
  • Longitude: 1.131483
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EROS
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 181
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source other
Surveying Details H8203/19 9.6.18 H8203/19 9.6.18 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 35 MILES ENE OF SPURN PT OR 534700N, 010800E APPROX. (VAEC, TELEPHONE). NCA. H4282/26 14.10.26 H4282/26 14.10.26 INS AS NDW (1918) PA IN 534700N, 010800E. BA 1094. H335/31 12.1.31 H335/31 12.1.31 AMENDED TO NDW. BR STD. 4.7.72 4.7.72 SHOWN IN 534645N, 010830E [EUR] ON DANISH FISHING CHART 5300 [1965 EDN]. NCA. H2273/87 22.2.88 H2273/87 22.2.88 NOT FOUND. (RACAL SURVEY/GEOSIR SURVEYS, HI 381). DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

MINED. 6 LIVES LOST INCLUDING SKIPPER. (LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the EROS wreck located?

The EROS wreck is located at coordinates 53 47.018 N,1 7.889 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EROS?

The seabed around the EROS lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the EROS sink?

The EROS sank on Jun 8, 1918.

When was the wreck of the EROS discovered?

The wreck of the EROS was discovered in 1918.

What country did the EROS belong to?

The EROS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EROS?

The EROS had a tonnage of 181 tons.

What type of wreck is the EROS?

The EROS is classified as a fishing vessel.