Queen Victoria Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status historic
Queen victoria Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 21.527 N,6 3.36 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.358783
  • Longitude: -6.056000
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name QUEEN VICTORIA
Type steam ship
Flag IE
Length 45.7 m
Tonnage 333
Tonnage Type net
Cargo personnel,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 15, 1853
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1853
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Mar 24, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the Queen Victoria is located in the Irish Sea at coordinates 53 21.527 N, 6 3.36 W. This underwater site is protected under the National Monuments Act, featuring a restricted area with a 50-meter radius centered on the wreck. The Queen Victoria lies in a north-south orientation and consists of broken structural remains, including boilers, engine components, anchors, and paddle wheels. Due to its status as a protected heritage site, this shipwreck is a significant underwater obstruction for mariners and researchers, offering a glimpse into historic maritime wreckage.

Surveying Details

H3919/75 31.7.84 THE WK IN 532131N, 060318W [OSI] HAS BEEN MADE THE SUBJECT OF A PRESERVATION ORDER UNDER THE NATIONAL MONUMENTS ACT. REST'D AREA, RADIUS 50MTRS CENTRED ON THIS POINT. (OFFICE OF PUBLIC WORKS DUBLIN, 28.6.84). BR STD. 6.2.03 LIES N/S CONSISTS MAINLY OF BOILERS, REMAINS OF ENGINE, ANCHORS AND PADDLE WHEELS. (ROTARY M&E SERVICES)

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF IRON IN 1837. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE CITY OF DUBLIN STEAM PACKET CO. ONE BOILER, TWO CYLINDER SIMPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, PADDLE PROPULSION. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR DUBLIN. STRUCK THE ROCKS W OF BAILY LT IN HEAVY SNOWSTORM. SLIPPED OFF INTO DEEP WATER & SANK. 67 PASSENGERS & CREW DROWNED. (DODS & SII).

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FAQ

Where is the QUEEN VICTORIA wreck located?

The QUEEN VICTORIA wreck is located at coordinates 53 21.527 N,6 3.36 W.

How deep is the seabed around the QUEEN VICTORIA?

The seabed around the QUEEN VICTORIA lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the QUEEN VICTORIA sink?

The QUEEN VICTORIA sank on Feb 15, 1853.

When was the wreck of the QUEEN VICTORIA discovered?

The wreck of the QUEEN VICTORIA was discovered in 1853.

What country did the QUEEN VICTORIA belong to?

The QUEEN VICTORIA belonged to IE.

What cargo was the QUEEN VICTORIA carrying?

The QUEEN VICTORIA was carrying personnel,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the QUEEN VICTORIA?

The QUEEN VICTORIA had a tonnage of 333 tons.

What type of wreck is the QUEEN VICTORIA?

The QUEEN VICTORIA is classified as a steam ship.

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