Hellenic Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hellenic Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 36.95 N,3 6.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.615833
  • Longitude: 3.115333
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HELLENIC
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 159
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 8, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Hellenic is an underwater obstruction located in the North Sea off the coast of England near Spurn Head at coordinates 53 36.95 N, 3 6.92 E. Historical hydrographic survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office note that the vessel sank approximately 98 meters east by south of Spurn Head. Over time, survey updates have classified the site as a non-dangerous wreck with its position referenced to European datums, though later international charting updates eventually amended its status to dead or removed from active navigational charting.

Surveying Details

POSN GIVEN AS 533700N, 030700E. (M.C. 6/4/16). INS WK [OLD SYMBOL]. BA 2182A. H8203/19 GIVES NAME, ETC. SANK 98M E BY S OF SPURN HEAD. H256/27 27.1.27 AMEND TO NDW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NE 2182A. 8.5.80 SHOWN AS NDW PA. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NC 1505. 5.7.89 HELLENIC, NDW IN 533700N, 030700E [EUR]. (NETHERLANDS WK RECORDS, JAN'88 EDN). NCA. 26.7.05 NOT SHOWN ON NETHERLANDS 1632 [INT 1420] [2005 EDN, CO-PRODUCTION]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NC 1632.

Circumstances of loss

MINED. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HELLENIC wreck located?

The HELLENIC wreck is located at coordinates 53 36.95 N,3 6.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HELLENIC?

The seabed around the HELLENIC lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the HELLENIC sink?

The HELLENIC sank on May 8, 1915.

When was the wreck of the HELLENIC discovered?

The wreck of the HELLENIC was discovered in 1915.

What country did the HELLENIC belong to?

The HELLENIC belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HELLENIC?

The HELLENIC had a tonnage of 159 tons.

What type of wreck is the HELLENIC?

The HELLENIC is classified as a trawler.

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