Noel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Noel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 34.26 N,0 30.103 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.571000
  • Longitude: -0.501717
Water Depth 53 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NOEL
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 21
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 28, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source fishing vessel
Last Amended Date May 5, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Noel is a historically reported underwater obstruction located off the coast of Whitby, North Yorkshire, at coordinates 54 34.26 N, 0 30.103 W. Although early hydrographic records initially identified the site as a potential wreck, multiple modern maritime surveys conducted in 1989 and 2016 failed to locate any structural remains, steel debris, or wreckage at this position. Following these investigative findings, the Noel is officially classified as non-existent or cleared from navigational charts for this location.

Surveying Details

REPORTED LOST 6M NE BY E OF WHITBY. (BOT, SKIPPER). CLOSE TO BROTHERLY LOVE. POSN 543415N, 003000W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. H3752/26 11.6.26 INS AS NDW PA (1918). BA 1191. 3.4.74 TO BE SHOWN AS WK USC PA 35MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN) NC 134. H6331/87 26.1.89 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD. SEP 2017/000002822 5.5.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT, HI 1491). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. OIL ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (LLWW1 & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the NOEL wreck located?

The NOEL wreck is located at coordinates 54 34.26 N,0 30.103 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NOEL?

The seabed around the NOEL lies at approximately 53 meters deep.

When did the NOEL sink?

The NOEL sank on Mar 28, 1918.

When was the wreck of the NOEL discovered?

The wreck of the NOEL was discovered in 1918.

What country did the NOEL belong to?

The NOEL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the NOEL?

The NOEL had a tonnage of 21 tons.

What type of wreck is the NOEL?

The NOEL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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