Hms St George Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status historic
Hms st george Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 21.16 N,8 6.72 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.352667
  • Longitude: 8.112000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name HMS ST GEORGE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 53.9 m
Width 15.2 m
Tonnage 1950
Tonnage Type builders' measurement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 24, 1811
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Apr 22, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

HMS St George wreck site located at coordinates 56 21.16 N, 8 6.72 E off the coast of Torsminde, Denmark. This historical English ship of the line wreck is protected by law as a designated underwater heritage site. The remains of the HMS St George are situated approximately 2 kilometers south of Torsminde, near the St George memorial stone. Diving is strictly prohibited in an area extending 1000 meters from the beach, reaching 200 meters north and 500 meters south of the memorial stone to ensure the preservation of the structural remains. This site is documented under survey reference H4513/77 and Danish NM 1427/83.

Surveying Details

H4513/77 27.10.83 AN AREA 1000MTRS FROM THE BEACH, 200MTRS N, & 500MTRS S OF THE ST GEORGE MEMORIAL STONE ABOUT 2KM S OF TORSMINDE IS PROHIBITED TO DIVING. THE REMAINS OF THE ENGLISH SHIP OF THE LINE ARE TO BE PROTECTED BY LAW. (DANISH NM 1427/83) NCA.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS ST GEORGE wreck located?

The HMS ST GEORGE wreck is located at coordinates 56 21.16 N,8 6.72 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS ST GEORGE?

The seabed around the HMS ST GEORGE lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the HMS ST GEORGE sink?

The HMS ST GEORGE sank on Feb 24, 1811.

When was the wreck of the HMS ST GEORGE discovered?

The wreck of the HMS ST GEORGE was discovered in 1983.

What country did the HMS ST GEORGE belong to?

The HMS ST GEORGE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS ST GEORGE?

The HMS ST GEORGE had a tonnage of 1950 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS ST GEORGE?

The HMS ST GEORGE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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