Matador Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Matador Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 28.915 N,3 3.231 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.481917
  • Longitude: -3.053850
Water Depth -5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MATADOR
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 322
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 16, 1902
Original Detection Year 1902
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details REMOVED BY MDHB. DEPTH 13FT ABOVE LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500/10. 1.9.87 SHOWN AS WKG ON MDHC PLOT M1027/2. INS AS FOUL IN 532854N, 030309W. NE 1951.
Last Amended Date Nov 19, 2001

Circumstances of loss

DROVE ASHORE ON CROSBY BEACH.

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FAQ

Where is the MATADOR wreck located?

The MATADOR wreck is located at coordinates 53 28.915 N,3 3.231 W.

When did the MATADOR sink?

The MATADOR sank on Oct 16, 1902.

When was the wreck of the MATADOR discovered?

The wreck of the MATADOR was discovered in 1902.

What was the tonnage of the MATADOR?

The MATADOR had a tonnage of 322 tons.

What type of wreck is the MATADOR?

The MATADOR is classified as a sailing vessel.

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