Goublin Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Goublin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
49 48.24 N,1 23.18 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 49.804000
- Longitude: -1.386333
|
| Wreck Depth |
57 m
|
| Water Depth |
72 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
GOUBLIN |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
FR |
| Length |
8 m |
| Width |
2.3 m |
| Tonnage |
4 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Bottom Texture |
Rock |
| Original Detection Year |
1992 |
| Last Detection Year |
2017 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority wreck information |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 28, 2017 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The Goublin shipwreck is located in the English Channel at coordinates 49 48.24 N, 1 23.18 W. This underwater obstruction, identified as the Goublin, was historically recorded with a least depth of 57 meters in an area with a general depth of 72 meters. Initially reported with uncertain positioning, the site is classified as a non-dangerous wreck (NDW) and is currently noted as restricted for commercial reasons. Surveys indicate the wreckage remains submerged in the English Channel, with ongoing status updates reflected in British Admiralty and French hydrographic records.
Surveying Details
10.2.93 WK, LEAST DEPTH UNKNOWN BUT MORE THAN 20MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 72MTRS, IN 494818N, 012306W [EUR]. ACCURACY 500MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1992). BR STD. 27.1.98 NDW PD SHOWN IN 494818N, 012306W [EUR] ON FRENCH 7120 [1997 EDN]. BR STD. 26.4.99 NOTED AS DIFFUSION LIMITEE. NOT LOCATED IN 1994. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1999). AMENDED TO RESTRICTED - COMMERCIAL. NCA. SEP 2008/000084195 5.12.08 WK USC 57MTRS SHOWN ON BA 2613 [2ND EDN' OCT 07 (INT 1705), 1:150,000]. WK USC 57MTRS PD SHOWN ON FRENCH 7120 [2ND EDN' 08]. AMEND TO WK USC 57MTRS PD IN EXISTING POSN. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
PRESUMED SCUTTLED. (OPERATION `MELLICK').
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
49 48.24 N,1 23.18 W
Goublin on Wreck Map
Goublin Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the GOUBLIN wreck located?
The GOUBLIN wreck is located at coordinates 49 48.24 N,1 23.18 W.
How deep is the GOUBLIN and where exactly is it located?
The GOUBLIN lies at a depth of about 57 meters and is located at coordinates 49 48.24 N,1 23.18 W.
How deep is the seabed around the GOUBLIN?
The seabed around the GOUBLIN lies at approximately 72 meters deep.
When was the wreck of the GOUBLIN discovered?
The wreck of the GOUBLIN was discovered in 1992.
What country did the GOUBLIN belong to?
The GOUBLIN belonged to FR.
What was the tonnage of the GOUBLIN?
The GOUBLIN had a tonnage of 4 tons.
What type of wreck is the GOUBLIN?
The GOUBLIN is classified as a fishing vessel.