Guildhall Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Guildhall Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 24.039 N,7 10.049 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.400650
  • Longitude: -7.167483
Water Depth 117 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GUILDHALL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 88.4 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2609
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 25, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK IN POSN 40 MILES SW BY W 0.5 W FROM BISHOP ROCK. (BMVS). POSN 492400N, 071000W FOR FILING ONLY. RSDRA2024000257197 14.11.24 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2023/2024. (BRITISH GOVERNMENT SURVEY, XOCEAN HI1840). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 12, 2025

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY SUBMARINE WHILST EN ROUTE FROM VALENCIA TO CARDIFF. (WW1SL & LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the GUILDHALL wreck located?

The GUILDHALL wreck is located at coordinates 49 24.039 N,7 10.049 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GUILDHALL?

The seabed around the GUILDHALL lies at approximately 117 meters deep.

When did the GUILDHALL sink?

The GUILDHALL sank on Jun 25, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GUILDHALL discovered?

The wreck of the GUILDHALL was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GUILDHALL belong to?

The GUILDHALL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GUILDHALL?

The GUILDHALL had a tonnage of 2609 tons.

What type of wreck is the GUILDHALL?

The GUILDHALL is classified as a steam ship.

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