Lymington Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lymington Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 12.029 N,4 10.569 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.200483
  • Longitude: -4.176150
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LYMINGTON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 2, 1889
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1310/87/4 23.2.87 LOCATED IN GEN DEPTH 20FT ON ROCKS TO W OF LEE BAY. V LITTLE WKGE REMAINS. (J STOCKS, 9.1.87). NCA. 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

RAN AGROUND AT LEE BAY.

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FAQ

Where is the LYMINGTON wreck located?

The LYMINGTON wreck is located at coordinates 51 12.029 N,4 10.569 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LYMINGTON?

The seabed around the LYMINGTON lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the LYMINGTON sink?

The LYMINGTON sank on Feb 2, 1889.

When was the wreck of the LYMINGTON discovered?

The wreck of the LYMINGTON was discovered in 1987.

What country did the LYMINGTON belong to?

The LYMINGTON belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the LYMINGTON?

The LYMINGTON is classified as a steam ship.