Golden Slipper Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Golden slipper Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 8.593 N,5 33.366 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.143217
  • Longitude: -5.556100
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLDEN SLIPPER
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 7.9 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1993
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Sep 8, 2007

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Golden Slipper is located off the coast of Oban, Scotland, at the precise coordinates 56 08.593 N, 5 33.366 W. This underwater wreck site consists of the remains of the Golden Slipper, which sank at this location. Current survey details indicate the structure is well broken, with only the keel and some rigging remaining on the seabed at a depth of 5 meters. The site is charted as a foul area and, while it serves as a nautical reference point, it is not considered a hazard to navigation. Searchers and divers interested in the Golden Slipper wreck can find it situated in the waters near Oban, identified by these verified coordinates.

Surveying Details

HH272/450/01 14.9.93 HH272/450/01 14.9.93 SANK IN 560836N, 053318W [OGB]. ONLY KEEL AND SOME RIGGING REMAIN ON SEABED IN DEPTH 0F 5MTRS. SHOULD CONSTITUTE NO HAZARD. (MRSC OBAN, TLX 6.9.93). INS AS FOUL. BR STD. 8.9.07 8.9.07 EUT POSN: 5608.593N, 0533.366W. NE 2326.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A FIRE. (OBAN MRSC)

General Comments

ONLY KEEL & SOME RIGGING REMAIN

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FAQ

Where is the GOLDEN SLIPPER wreck located?

The GOLDEN SLIPPER wreck is located at coordinates 56 8.593 N,5 33.366 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLDEN SLIPPER?

The seabed around the GOLDEN SLIPPER lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the GOLDEN SLIPPER discovered?

The wreck of the GOLDEN SLIPPER was discovered in 1993.

What country did the GOLDEN SLIPPER belong to?

The GOLDEN SLIPPER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GOLDEN SLIPPER?

The GOLDEN SLIPPER is classified as a sailing vessel.

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