Gwymon 2 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gwymon 2 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 52.986 N,0 54.734 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.883100
  • Longitude: 0.912233
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GWYMON 2
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 7.6 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 7, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4121/76 1.9.82 SANK ABOUT 3 MILES SW OF DUNGENESS POINT IN 60FT [18.3MTRS] OF WATER. CRAFT CAPSIZED & SANK AFTER STRIKING SUBMERGED OBJECT, BELIEVED BY SKIPPER TO BE LARGE MARINE ANIMAL. 2 CREW RESCUED FROM DINGHY BY DUTCH YACHT 'LIBRIUM'. (DOVER MRCC). NCA. POSN 505257N, 005450E [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2015/000083464 13.2.16 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (HI 1475, GARDLINE GEOSURVEY). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2016
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FAQ

Where is the GWYMON 2 wreck located?

The GWYMON 2 wreck is located at coordinates 50 52.986 N,0 54.734 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GWYMON 2?

The seabed around the GWYMON 2 lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When did the GWYMON 2 sink?

The GWYMON 2 sank on Aug 7, 1982.

When was the wreck of the GWYMON 2 discovered?

The wreck of the GWYMON 2 was discovered in 1982.

What country did the GWYMON 2 belong to?

The GWYMON 2 belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GWYMON 2?

The GWYMON 2 is classified as a yacht.