Jenny Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Jenny Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 10.829 N,4 40.567 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.180483
  • Longitude: -4.676117
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JENNY
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 78
Tonnage Type net
Cargo animals (land & sea) and birds,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1797
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source other
Surveying Details 28.10.69 LIES IN 511048N, 044030W APPROX. (WATER SPORT & SUB-AQUA WORLD MAG DTD MARCH 1969). NCA. INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART. HH091/158/01 30.6.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, REPROCESSED HI 1158, M/B DATA DTD 2007/2008). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date May 16, 2025

Circumstances of loss

LOST ON W SIDE OF JENNY COVE, LUNDY, WHILST ON PASSAGE AFRICA TO BRISTOL. ONLY 1 SURVIVOR. (SHIPWRECK INDEX OF BRITISH ISLES)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 10.829 N,4 40.567 W
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FAQ

Where is the JENNY wreck located?

The JENNY wreck is located at coordinates 51 10.829 N,4 40.567 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JENNY?

The seabed around the JENNY lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the JENNY sink?

The JENNY sank on Jan 27, 1797.

When was the wreck of the JENNY discovered?

The wreck of the JENNY was discovered in 1969.

What country did the JENNY belong to?

The JENNY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the JENNY carrying?

The JENNY was carrying animals (land & sea) and birds,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the JENNY?

The JENNY had a tonnage of 78 tons.

What type of wreck is the JENNY?

The JENNY is classified as a sailing vessel.