Fairy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fairy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 27.999 N,5 0.069 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.466650
  • Longitude: -5.001150
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FAIRY
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 84
Tonnage Type net
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 21, 1857
Original Detection Year 1857
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1310/86/36 22.12.86 SANK BETWEEN LAMLASH AND PLADDA. (P J MOIR, 26.11.86). POSN 552800N, 050000W. FOR FILING ONLY. RSDRA2023000238835 3.11.23 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2023). (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1681). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 16, 2024

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. HOME PORT BELFAST. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH SS CORSAIR.

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FAQ

Where is the FAIRY wreck located?

The FAIRY wreck is located at coordinates 55 27.999 N,5 0.069 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FAIRY?

The seabed around the FAIRY lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the FAIRY sink?

The FAIRY sank on Oct 21, 1857.

When was the wreck of the FAIRY discovered?

The wreck of the FAIRY was discovered in 1857.

What country did the FAIRY belong to?

The FAIRY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FAIRY carrying?

The FAIRY was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the FAIRY?

The FAIRY had a tonnage of 84 tons.

What type of wreck is the FAIRY?

The FAIRY is classified as a sailing vessel.