Eslington Firth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Eslington firth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 7 N,6 2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.116667
  • Longitude: -6.033333
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ESLINGTON FIRTH
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 351
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 25, 1923
Original Detection Year 1923
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1594/23 ASHORE IN 550700N, 060200W. (DIVISIONAL OFFICER, BALLYCASTLE). NCA. 25.4.23 SALVAGE IN PROGRESS (LL 25.4.23). NCA. SEP 2019/000054120 18.12/19 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI1581). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 18, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 IN SOUTH SHIELDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHEVIOT COASTERS. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE MARYPORT FOR LONDONDERRY. WENT ASHORE AND ENGINE ROOM & STOKEHOLD FILLED WITH WATER. BECAME CTL. (SIBI). RAN ASHORE 2M N OF CUSHENDUN. (DIVISIONAL OFFICER, BALLYCASTLE).

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FAQ

Where is the ESLINGTON FIRTH wreck located?

The ESLINGTON FIRTH wreck is located at coordinates 55 7 N,6 2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ESLINGTON FIRTH?

The seabed around the ESLINGTON FIRTH lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the ESLINGTON FIRTH sink?

The ESLINGTON FIRTH sank on Feb 25, 1923.

When was the wreck of the ESLINGTON FIRTH discovered?

The wreck of the ESLINGTON FIRTH was discovered in 1923.

What country did the ESLINGTON FIRTH belong to?

The ESLINGTON FIRTH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ESLINGTON FIRTH carrying?

The ESLINGTON FIRTH was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ESLINGTON FIRTH?

The ESLINGTON FIRTH had a tonnage of 351 tons.

What type of wreck is the ESLINGTON FIRTH?

The ESLINGTON FIRTH is classified as a steam ship.

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