London Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
London Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 29.011 N,0 29.103 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.483517
  • Longitude: -0.485050
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LONDON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 85.3 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1706
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 24, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details M31683 1.7.18 4M E OF WHITBY. (B OF T WR 8/1605). M011916 OTHER POSNS REPORTED 6 MILES E OF WHITBY: 542930N, 002900W & 542900N, 002900W. (VAEC AP REPORT). M011918 POSN 542900N, 002900W. (VAEC AP REPORT). H4368/18 31.7.18 SAME POSNS GIVEN IN 25FMS. 4M E BY S FROM WHITBY. (BMVS). H3752/26 11.6.26 INS NDW (1918)(PA). BR STD. H4593/59 9.11.59 AMEND TO NDWPA. NC 1200. 28.8.73 AMEND TO USCPA 20.0MTRS. NC 129. H4069/72 3.12.75 NOT LOCATED DURING SURVEY. (RISDON BEAZLEY MARINE LTD HN 13.11.75). DELETE. BR STD. HH100/351/13 18.3.98 WK IN 543028.8N, 002946.8W, IDENTIFIED AS 'LONDON' FROM RESEARCH INTO MAKER'S PLATE. (A C JACKSON & C A RACEY). SEE [008202151/5993]. SEP 2017/000002822 9.5.17 NOTHING LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT, HI 1491). NFA.
Last Amended Date May 24, 2017

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the LONDON wreck located?

The LONDON wreck is located at coordinates 54 29.011 N,0 29.103 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LONDON?

The seabed around the LONDON lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the LONDON sink?

The LONDON sank on Jun 24, 1918.

When was the wreck of the LONDON discovered?

The wreck of the LONDON was discovered in 1918.

What country did the LONDON belong to?

The LONDON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LONDON carrying?

The LONDON was carrying coal,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the LONDON?

The LONDON had a tonnage of 1706 tons.

What type of wreck is the LONDON?

The LONDON is classified as a steam ship.