Penola Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Penola Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 51.729 N,4 59.887 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.862150
  • Longitude: -4.998117
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PENOLA
Type schooner
Flag GB
Tonnage 166
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 2, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0996/40 3.1.41 IN POSN 270 DEG, 6.3C FROM TOWARD POINT LT. ABOUT 5FT OF HULL AND SUPERSTRUCTURE VISIBLE AT MLW. (FO GREENOCK, 2.11.40 & 19.11.40), INS AS ST. - NM 3035/40. H2885/83 12.5.86 NOT SEEN DURING ROUTINE SOUNDING OF AREA, BUT NOT ESPECIALLY SEARCHED FOR. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 165C). AMEND TO DW. - NM 1519/86. [WGD] POSN: 5551.729N, 0459.887W.
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 2020
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 51.729 N,4 59.887 W
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FAQ

Where is the PENOLA wreck located?

The PENOLA wreck is located at coordinates 55 51.729 N,4 59.887 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PENOLA?

The seabed around the PENOLA lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the PENOLA sink?

The PENOLA sank on Nov 2, 1940.

When was the wreck of the PENOLA discovered?

The wreck of the PENOLA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the PENOLA belong to?

The PENOLA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PENOLA?

The PENOLA had a tonnage of 166 tons.

What type of wreck is the PENOLA?

The PENOLA is classified as a schooner.

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