Florence 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
Florence Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 17.299 N,4 2.006 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.288317
  • Longitude: -4.033433
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLORENCE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1933
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H229/33 12.1.33 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS S 10DEGS E, 1.5M FROM MENAI LT. (HOLYHEAD CG). NCA, POSN 531717N, 040156W FOR FILING ONLY. H229/33 12.1.33 POSN DIFFERS IN BOARD OF TRADE REPORT. ACCEPT ABOVE POSN, BUT VERY VAGUE. (B OF T). [NO DATE] WK PD IN 531717N, 040156W, OR 170DEG, 1.5M FROM TRWYN-DU LT. MENAI LT NO LONGER EXISTS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) H2068/82 25.6.85 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SEARCH. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 139/83). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEP 2019/000245915 12.2.20 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY, HI1573). NFA.
Last Amended Date Feb 12, 2020
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FAQ

Where is the FLORENCE wreck located?

The FLORENCE wreck is located at coordinates 53 17.299 N,4 2.006 W.

When was the wreck of the FLORENCE discovered?

The wreck of the FLORENCE was discovered in 1933.

What country did the FLORENCE belong to?

The FLORENCE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the FLORENCE?

The FLORENCE is classified as a sailing vessel.