Golden Sunset 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
Golden sunset Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 11.009 N,1 24.397 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.183483
  • Longitude: 1.406617
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLDEN SUNSET
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 14, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4886/76 15.9.77 H4886/76 15.9.77 SANK APPROX 200YDS FROM KINGSDOWN BEACH. (DOVER CG, TLX DTD 14.9.77). H4886/76 15.9.77 H4886/76 15.9.77 MOVED DOWN TO BEACH APPROX 300YDS. MADE NON-BUOYANT & MAST AND SUPERSTRUCTURE REMOVED. POSN NOW 041.5DEGS, 1400FT FROM KINGSDOWN RANGES FLAGSTAFF. (R R SAVAGE, LTR DTD 21.8.77). CLOSE INSHORE. POSN 511058.5N, 012430E FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/647/01 2.8.96 HH090/647/01 2.8.96 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER. (NP 1016, HI 647). AMENDED TO DEAD. 20.1.11 20.1.11 NOT LOCATED 2010 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1341). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 16, 2007

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW. (DOVER CG).

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FAQ

Where is the GOLDEN SUNSET wreck located?

The GOLDEN SUNSET wreck is located at coordinates 51 11.009 N,1 24.397 E.

When did the GOLDEN SUNSET sink?

The GOLDEN SUNSET sank on Aug 14, 1977.

When was the wreck of the GOLDEN SUNSET discovered?

The wreck of the GOLDEN SUNSET was discovered in 1977.

What country did the GOLDEN SUNSET belong to?

The GOLDEN SUNSET belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GOLDEN SUNSET?

The GOLDEN SUNSET is classified as a fishing vessel.

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