Nil Desperandum Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nil desperandum Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 30.001 N,1 30.098 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.500017
  • Longitude: -1.501633
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 34 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NIL DESPERANDUM
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 17, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.8.73 SANK IN 553000N, 013000W PA. (LLOYDS 213). 14.3.74 INS AS USCPA 15MTRS. NC 156. H1270/85 13.10.85 USC DEPTH RE-CALCULATED WITH RELATION TO SIZE OF VESSEL & DEPTH OF WATER TO GIVE USC PA 20MTRS. NE 1192. HH090/843/01 28.12.99 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 843). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 30, 1999

Circumstances of loss

SANK APPROX 17M E OF COQUET LT AFTER TAKING IN WATER.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 30.001 N,1 30.098 W
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FAQ

Where is the NIL DESPERANDUM wreck located?

The NIL DESPERANDUM wreck is located at coordinates 55 30.001 N,1 30.098 W.

How deep is the NIL DESPERANDUM and where exactly is it located?

The NIL DESPERANDUM lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 55 30.001 N,1 30.098 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NIL DESPERANDUM?

The seabed around the NIL DESPERANDUM lies at approximately 34 meters deep.

When did the NIL DESPERANDUM sink?

The NIL DESPERANDUM sank on Aug 17, 1973.

When was the wreck of the NIL DESPERANDUM discovered?

The wreck of the NIL DESPERANDUM was discovered in 1973.

What country did the NIL DESPERANDUM belong to?

The NIL DESPERANDUM belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the NIL DESPERANDUM?

The NIL DESPERANDUM is classified as a fishing vessel.