Ferryhill Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ferryhill Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 40 N,0 11 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.666667
  • Longitude: -0.183333
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FERRYHILL
Type coaster
Flag GB
Tonnage 411
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 30, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 1918 SANK 18M NW BY N FROM CAP LE HAVRE. (M6049). NCA. 7.3.18 SANK IN 494000N, 001100W. (MASTER IDSA, M1124). NCA. H2537/28 20.8.28 20.8.28 WK NOT CHARTED. H4226/85 23.1.89 IDENTIFIED BY DIVER IN 494545N, 001738W DURING 1975. (EPSHOM, 26.10.88). SEE WK RECORD [24123]. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 19, 2001

Circumstances of loss

HIRED COASTER CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE & SUNK BY GUNFIRE, 18M NW OF CAPE LA HEVE, WHILST EN ROUTE FROM LE HAVRE TO LITTLEHAMPTON. (LL WW1, WW1 SL & SHIPS OF ROYAL NAVY II).

General Comments

See Also: 24123

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FAQ

Where is the FERRYHILL wreck located?

The FERRYHILL wreck is located at coordinates 49 40 N,0 11 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FERRYHILL?

The seabed around the FERRYHILL lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the FERRYHILL sink?

The FERRYHILL sank on Jan 30, 1918.

When was the wreck of the FERRYHILL discovered?

The wreck of the FERRYHILL was discovered in 1918.

What country did the FERRYHILL belong to?

The FERRYHILL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FERRYHILL carrying?

The FERRYHILL was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the FERRYHILL?

The FERRYHILL had a tonnage of 411 tons.

What type of wreck is the FERRYHILL?

The FERRYHILL is classified as a coaster.

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