Pegasus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pegasus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 40.25 N,1 45.463 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.670833
  • Longitude: -1.757717
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PEGASUS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 20, 1843
Original Detection Year 1843
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jan 21, 2002

Simplified Wreck Survey

The UK Hydrographic Office shipwreck survey records for the PEGASUS, located near the Farne Islands off the coast of England, provide historical data on its founding and subsequent search efforts. Originally reported as foundered on Goldstone Rocks, Stiel Reef, near the Farne Islands, the wreck's official position is recorded at coordinates 55 40.25 N, 1 45.463 W. Subsequent hydrographic surveys and modern multibeam sonar datasets from recent years failed to locate the wreck, leading authorities to amend its status as dead with no further action required.

Surveying Details

H1280/77 2.3.77 FOUNDERED ON GOLDSTONE ROCKS, STIEL REEF, FARNE IS. (W MCINTOSH, LTR DTD 6.1.77). POSN 554015N, 014522W FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/915/01 21.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. NCA. SEP 2021/000090526 12.4.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020). (MERITAITO, HI1591). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED ON GLADSTONE ROCK WITH LOSS OF 54 LIVES. (SHIPWRECK INDEX OF BRITISH ISLES)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 40.25 N,1 45.463 W
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FAQ

Where is the PEGASUS wreck located?

The PEGASUS wreck is located at coordinates 55 40.25 N,1 45.463 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PEGASUS?

The seabed around the PEGASUS lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the PEGASUS sink?

The PEGASUS sank on Jul 20, 1843.

When was the wreck of the PEGASUS discovered?

The wreck of the PEGASUS was discovered in 1843.

What country did the PEGASUS belong to?

The PEGASUS belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the PEGASUS?

The PEGASUS is classified as a steam ship.

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