Hindostan (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hindostan (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 27.033 N,1 15.48 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.450550
  • Longitude: 1.258000
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 43.9 m
Width 13.1 m
Tonnage 1463
Tonnage Type builders' measurement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 11, 1803
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source diver
Surveying Details H1291/86 3.7.86 LOCATED, AND PARTIALLY SALVAGED IN NOV 1984 BY HUMBER DIVERS IN 512700N, 011535E. APPLICATION MADE TO DESIGNATE AS HISTORIC WK SITE. (INSTITUTE OF FIELD ARCHAEOLOGISTS). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. H1291/86 17.7.86 REQUEST FOR DESIGNATION NOT APPROVED. (DEPT OF TRANSPORT). 27.1.91 NOT SHOWN ON PLA 205[6] DTD 21.11.91. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WHILE ANCHORED IN QUEEN'S CHANNEL, OFF WEDGE SAND, CABLE PARTED AND SHE DRIFTED ON TO WEDGE SAND AND WAS EVENTUALLY ABANDONED. MUCH OF HER CARGO WAS SALVAGED.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 27.033 N,1 15.48 E
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FAQ

Where is the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 27.033 N,1 15.48 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 11, 1803.

When was the wreck of the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1986.

What country did the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY)?

The HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1463 tons.

What type of wreck is the HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY)?

The HINDOSTAN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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