Grainton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Grainton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 20.26 N,6 4.31 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.337667
  • Longitude: -6.071833
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRAINTON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 126.5 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 9.3
Tonnage 6042
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 18, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1920
Original Source other
Last Amended Date May 2, 2007

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the steamship Grainton is located at coordinates 53 20.26 N, 6 4.31 W, situated in the Irish Sea off the coast of Ireland. Initially reported as a sinking following a maritime incident in 1918, the vessel was historically marked by a green flashing light buoy to warn nearby shipping. Subsequent survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office confirm that the Grainton was successfully salved and the navigational buoy has since been removed. While the site was previously documented as a potential underwater obstruction, formal records indicate the wreckage has been lifted from the seabed. This location remains a point of interest for historical maritime records regarding vessel recovery and navigation safety in Irish waters.

Surveying Details

H1726/18 11.4.18 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 532015N, 060425W. MARKED BY LT BUOY, FL.G 3 SEC, POSITIONED TO SW. - NM 485/18. H7503/20 20.10.20 SALVED, LIGHT BUOY REMOVED. (IRISH LTS OFFICE, 16.12.20). AMENDED TO LIFT. - NM ACTION.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1911 BY ROPNER & SONS LTD, STOCKTON-ON-TEES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CARLTON SS CO LTD. THREE BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 410 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BLAIR & CO LTD, STOCKTON-ON-TEES. PASSAGE BIRKENHEAD FOR LOUGH SWILLY. TORPEDOED BUT REMAINED AFLOAT. TOWED TO ANCHORAGE IN DUBLIN BAY WHERE SHE FILLED AND SANK. LATER SUCESSFULLY PUMPED OUT AND SALVED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the GRAINTON wreck located?

The GRAINTON wreck is located at coordinates 53 20.26 N,6 4.31 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GRAINTON?

The seabed around the GRAINTON lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the GRAINTON sink?

The GRAINTON sank on Mar 18, 1918.

When was the wreck of the GRAINTON discovered?

The wreck of the GRAINTON was discovered in 1918.

What country did the GRAINTON belong to?

The GRAINTON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GRAINTON carrying?

The GRAINTON was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GRAINTON?

The GRAINTON had a tonnage of 6042 tons.

What type of wreck is the GRAINTON?

The GRAINTON is classified as a steam ship.

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