New Venture Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
New venture Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 39.335 N,1 1.788 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.655583
  • Longitude: -1.029800
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NEW VENTURE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 12.8 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 31, 1978
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H2555/74 9.1.79 H2555/74 9.1.79 SANK IN POSN 140DEGS(M), 2.3M FORELAND PT CG. HAD TWO MASTS - HEIGHT UNKNOWN. (TH COWES, TELECON 31.12.78). CHART AS DW PA IN 503918N, 010142W [OGB]. - NM 185/79. H3847/86 2.1.90 H3847/86 2.1.90 NOT FOUND DURING DISPROVING SEARCH USING DCS3, E/S & TRISPONDER. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 366). AMENDED TO DEAD. - NM 214/90.
Last Amended Date Jan 2, 1990
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 39.335 N,1 1.788 W
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FAQ

Where is the NEW VENTURE wreck located?

The NEW VENTURE wreck is located at coordinates 50 39.335 N,1 1.788 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NEW VENTURE?

The seabed around the NEW VENTURE lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the NEW VENTURE sink?

The NEW VENTURE sank on Dec 31, 1978.

When was the wreck of the NEW VENTURE discovered?

The wreck of the NEW VENTURE was discovered in 1979.

What country did the NEW VENTURE belong to?

The NEW VENTURE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the NEW VENTURE?

The NEW VENTURE is classified as a fishing vessel.