Hms Hythe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms hythe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
40 1.24 N,26 5.22 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.020667
  • Longitude: 26.087000
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name HMS HYTHE
Type minesweeper
Flag GB
Length 59.5 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 509
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1282/71 9.3.71 ADMIRALTY BOARD OF ENQUIRY GIVES SINKING POSN AS 400118N, 260515E APPROX. (M.J. PENFOLD, LTR DTD FEB '71) INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. 9.5.79 NOT SHOWN ON TURKISH 213 [1977 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 25, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1905, HIRED AS A MINE SWEEPER IN OCT 1914. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH HMS SARNIA OFF CAPE HELLES. (SHIPS OF THE ROYAL NAVY VOL.2)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 40 1.24 N,26 5.22 E
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FAQ

Where is the HMS HYTHE wreck located?

The HMS HYTHE wreck is located at coordinates 40 1.24 N,26 5.22 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS HYTHE?

The seabed around the HMS HYTHE lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the HMS HYTHE sink?

The HMS HYTHE sank on Oct 28, 1915.

When was the wreck of the HMS HYTHE discovered?

The wreck of the HMS HYTHE was discovered in 1915.

What country did the HMS HYTHE belong to?

The HMS HYTHE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS HYTHE?

The HMS HYTHE had a tonnage of 509 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS HYTHE?

The HMS HYTHE is classified as a minesweeper.