Restormel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Restormel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 12 N,6 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.200000
  • Longitude: -6.750000
Water Depth 99 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RESTORMEL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 87.2 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2118
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 4.9.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 28M NNW OF BISHOP ROCK. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 14, WW1BMSL). NCA POSN 501200N, 064500W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1901 BY GRANGEMOUTH & GREENOCK DOCKYARD CO, GREENOCK, WITH 3 CYLINDER TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 210HP, SINGLE SHAFT, 2 BOILERS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NEW RESTORMEL SS COMPANY LTD. PASSAGE SEVILLE TO CLYDE. SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U38, 28M NNW OF BISHOPS ROCK WHILE ON CHARTER TO THE ADMIRALTY. NO LIVES LOST. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 14 & LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the RESTORMEL wreck located?

The RESTORMEL wreck is located at coordinates 50 12 N,6 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RESTORMEL?

The seabed around the RESTORMEL lies at approximately 99 meters deep.

When did the RESTORMEL sink?

The RESTORMEL sank on Aug 19, 1915.

When was the wreck of the RESTORMEL discovered?

The wreck of the RESTORMEL was discovered in 1975.

What country did the RESTORMEL belong to?

The RESTORMEL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the RESTORMEL carrying?

The RESTORMEL was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the RESTORMEL?

The RESTORMEL had a tonnage of 2118 tons.

What type of wreck is the RESTORMEL?

The RESTORMEL is classified as a steam ship.

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