Noel (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Noel (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 32.027 N,0 25.753 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.533783
  • Longitude: -0.429217
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NOEL (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Sonar Length 65
Sonar Width 10
Orientation 170
Tonnage 21
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 28, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Apr 28, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck site identified as the Noel is located off the coast of Whitby in the North Sea at coordinates 54 32.027 N, 0 25.753 W. This underwater obstruction consists of a well broken up wreckage spanning an area of 65 by 10 meters with the highest point at the center oriented 170/350 degrees. Historical survey data notes the site as a foul area potentially associated with other vessels lost in the vicinity including the Brotherly Love, Botha, and Honora. The site has been subject to multiple hydrographic surveys and is currently classified as a non-dangerous wreck as it was not located during recent multibeam surveys.

Surveying Details

SUNK 6M NE BY E FROM WHITBY. (BOT, SKIPPER). FV BROTHERLY LOVE, BOTHA & HONORA ALL SUNK ON SAME DAY IN SIMILAR POSN. H5103/83 26.9.86 FOUL REPD IN 543159N, 002523W [OGB]. POSN BY DECCA. (KINGFISHER OBSTN BOOKLET, WHITBY AREA). NCA. H6331/87 20.10.88 WELL BROKEN UP, COVERING AREA OF 65 X 10MTRS. HIGHEST PT IS AT CENTRE. ORIENTATED 170/350DEGS. CHART AS NDW. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). BR STD. 24.7.09 RECORD REVIEWED. CONSIDERED TO BE SAME ITEM AS [6626]. AMEND DEAD. NOT CHARTED. NCA. SEP 2017/000002822 28.4.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT, HI 1491). RETAIN DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL, OIL ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UC 64 AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE.

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FAQ

Where is the NOEL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The NOEL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 54 32.027 N,0 25.753 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NOEL (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the NOEL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the NOEL (POSSIBLY) sink?

The NOEL (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 28, 1918.

When was the wreck of the NOEL (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the NOEL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the NOEL (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The NOEL (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the NOEL (POSSIBLY)?

The NOEL (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 21 tons.

What type of wreck is the NOEL (POSSIBLY)?

The NOEL (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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