Hildina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hildina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
59 52.966 N,4 52.085 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.882767
  • Longitude: -4.868083
Wreck Depth 137 m
Water Depth 155 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HILDINA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 296
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 1, 1953
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1953
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H7838/53 15.12.53 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 50M N BY W HALF W. (LLOYDS). INS NDW PA IN 595300N, 045200W. BA 219. 30.03.81 INS AS WK USC PA 137MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). NC 1234.
Last Amended Date Mar 30, 1981

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL REPORTED TO HAVE FOUNDERED 50 MILES N BY W HALF W FROM SULE SKERRY. TRAWLER VELIA PICKED UP 10 SURVIVORS. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the HILDINA wreck located?

The HILDINA wreck is located at coordinates 59 52.966 N,4 52.085 W.

How deep is the HILDINA and where exactly is it located?

The HILDINA lies at a depth of about 137 meters and is located at coordinates 59 52.966 N,4 52.085 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HILDINA?

The seabed around the HILDINA lies at approximately 155 meters deep.

When did the HILDINA sink?

The HILDINA sank on Dec 1, 1953.

When was the wreck of the HILDINA discovered?

The wreck of the HILDINA was discovered in 1953.

What country did the HILDINA belong to?

The HILDINA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HILDINA?

The HILDINA had a tonnage of 296 tons.

What type of wreck is the HILDINA?

The HILDINA is classified as a trawler.