Hms Berkeley (Part Of) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Hms berkeley (part of) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 59.707 N,1 2.27 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.995117
  • Longitude: 1.037833
Wreck Depth 15.5 m
Water Depth 19 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS BERKELEY (PART OF)
Type frigate
Flag GB
Length 82.9 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 2.4
Sonar Length 10
Sonar Width 10
Tonnage 904
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 19, 1942
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Jun 15, 2007

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of HMS Berkeley, part of the vessel, is located in the English Channel at coordinates 49 59.707 N, 1 2.27 E. This underwater obstruction is recorded as a partial wreck site. Historical survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office and French records indicate the remains are situated in approximately 15.5 to 15.6 meters of water. The site consists of structural debris identified as part of HMS Berkeley, which is positioned approximately 180 meters east of the principal wreck section. These coordinates represent the established position for this underwater maritime historical site in the English Channel.

Surveying Details

H1272/86 5.11.86 SHOWN AS WK 15.6MTRS IN 495946N, 010221E ON FR 6794 [1986 EDN]. NOT LISTED IN FR WK RECORDS 1984. BR STD. H1271/88 15.11.88 SHOWN AS WK 15.5MTRS IN 495946N, 010221E ON FR 6794 [1988 EDN]; PARTIAL WK, IDENTITY STATED AS 'HMS BERKLEY', 180MTRS E OF PRINCIPAL PART. (FR WK RECORDS 1987). BR STD. 15.6.07 LIES IN 4959.757N, 0102.350E [EUR]. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 2007). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1939 BY CAMMEL LAIRD. HUNT CLASS TYPE 1. 3-DRUM BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 19000SHP FOR 27.5 KNOTS, TWIN SHAFT. FOUR 4 INCH GUNS, EIGHT SMALLER. DURING THE DIEPPE RAID RECEIVED A DIRECT HIT BY A HEAVY BOMB WHICH BROKE HER BACK AND FLOODED THE ENGINE ROOM. 15 RATINGS LOST. (DODS).

General Comments

WK IN THREE PARTS, THIS IS A FRAGMENT

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 59.707 N,1 2.27 E
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FAQ

Where is the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) wreck located?

The HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) wreck is located at coordinates 49 59.707 N,1 2.27 E.

How deep is the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) and where exactly is it located?

The HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) lies at a depth of about 15.5 meters and is located at coordinates 49 59.707 N,1 2.27 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF)?

The seabed around the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) lies at approximately 19 meters deep.

When did the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) sink?

The HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) sank on Jul 19, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) discovered?

The wreck of the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) was discovered in 1986.

What country did the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) belong to?

The HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF)?

The HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) had a tonnage of 904 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS BERKELEY (PART OF)?

The HMS BERKELEY (PART OF) is classified as a frigate.

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