Guide Onward Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Guide onward Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 15.414 N,1 28.523 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.256900
  • Longitude: -1.475383
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GUIDE ONWARD
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 25.9 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 15, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H2867/85 14.4.87 H2867/85 14.4.87 SANK IN POSN 581526N, 012825W. (MRSC PENTLAND, TLX DTD 15.2.87). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD 14.11.03 14.11.03 RECORD REVIEWED. AMEND TO NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE WHILE ON PASSAGE TO FISHING GROUND OFF SHETLAND. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND EVENTUALLY SANK. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the GUIDE ONWARD wreck located?

The GUIDE ONWARD wreck is located at coordinates 58 15.414 N,1 28.523 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GUIDE ONWARD?

The seabed around the GUIDE ONWARD lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the GUIDE ONWARD sink?

The GUIDE ONWARD sank on Feb 15, 1987.

When was the wreck of the GUIDE ONWARD discovered?

The wreck of the GUIDE ONWARD was discovered in 1987.

What country did the GUIDE ONWARD belong to?

The GUIDE ONWARD belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GUIDE ONWARD?

The GUIDE ONWARD is classified as a fishing vessel.

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