John Bull Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
John bull Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 20.366 N,2 54.715 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.339433
  • Longitude: -2.911917
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOHN BULL
Type barge
Flag GB
Tonnage 56
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 26, 1885
Original Detection Year 1885
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 1.5.1885 DISPERSED BY MDHB ON 1.5.1885. LAST DEPTH OVER WK 2FT ABOVE LBD. DEPTH OVER BOTTOM NOW 11FT ABOVE LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS).
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 2004

Circumstances of loss

SUNK ABOUT 1200YDS SSW FROM THE ENTRANCE TO GLADSTONE OLD DOCK.

General Comments

DISPERSED

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 20.366 N,2 54.715 W
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FAQ

Where is the JOHN BULL wreck located?

The JOHN BULL wreck is located at coordinates 53 20.366 N,2 54.715 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JOHN BULL?

The seabed around the JOHN BULL lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the JOHN BULL sink?

The JOHN BULL sank on Apr 26, 1885.

When was the wreck of the JOHN BULL discovered?

The wreck of the JOHN BULL was discovered in 1885.

What country did the JOHN BULL belong to?

The JOHN BULL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the JOHN BULL?

The JOHN BULL had a tonnage of 56 tons.

What type of wreck is the JOHN BULL?

The JOHN BULL is classified as a barge.

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