Hms Havant (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms havant (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 7.949 N,2 15.74 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.132483
  • Longitude: 2.262333
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY)
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 98.5 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 1340
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 1, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Mar 15, 2018

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck identified as HMS Havant is located off the coast of Dunkirk in the North Sea at coordinates 51 7.949 N, 2 15.74 E. This World War II wreck is categorized as a Dangerous Wreck (DW) and has been officially recorded as a submerged obstruction with a reported depth of less than 20 meters. Historical surveying data from the UK Hydrographic Office notes the site as a potential location for the British destroyer HMS Havant, which was sunk during the Dunkirk evacuation. The wreck is documented on various international maritime charts, including French and Belgian nautical publications, and remains a verified underwater obstruction for navigation purposes in the English Channel and North Sea region.

Surveying Details

SUNK OFF DUNKIRK. (WW2SL). H1311/88/56 15.12.88 WK, THOUGHT TO BE HMS HAVANT, REPORTED LOCATED IN 510800N, 021549E. (J COULON, 14.11.88). NCA YET. HH351/350/01 5.4.89 WK COVERED WITH LESS THAN 20MTRS PD IN 510800N, 021549E [EUR]. (BREST NM 89 09 24). - NM 1155/89. 6.11.96 SHOWN AS DWPA ON BELGIAN 102 REPROMAT MAY'96. NC 1873, NOW LARGEST SCALE. 5.10.06 SHOWN AS DW PD IN 5107.95N, 0215.737E [WGD].ON FRENCH 6651 [6TH' EDN 02]. AMEND TO DW PD IN EXISTING POSN. BR STD. 11.8.08 SHOWN AS DWPA ON FRENCH 6735 [EDN 6, 2008, 1:150000]. BR STD. 26.5.11 SHOWN IN 5107.949N, 0215.740E [WGD] ON FR401030 [EDN 1.44].

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1939 BY J S SHITE & CO. 3-DRUM BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 34000SHP FOR 35.5 KNOTS, TWIN SHAFT. FOUR 4.7 INCH GUNS, 8 TORPEDO TUBES. BOMBED AND SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. (WW2SL & DODS).

General Comments

UKNM 1801/18

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 7.949 N,2 15.74 E
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FAQ

Where is the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 7.949 N,2 15.74 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) sink?

The HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 1, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY)?

The HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1340 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY)?

The HMS HAVANT (POSSIBLY) is classified as a destroyer.

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