Robert Limbrick Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Robert limbrick Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 38.021 N,6 13.562 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.633683
  • Longitude: -6.226033
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROBERT LIMBRICK
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 41.9 m
Width 7.2 m
Draught 3.5
Tonnage 273
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 5, 1957
Original Detection Year 1957
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1060/57 6.9.57 ASHORE AT QUINISH PT, MULL IN 563800N, 061330W APPROX. (LL). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 11.3.13 NOT LOCATED 11.2012 USING M/B. TOO CLOSE INSHORE TO SURVEY. (NETSURVEY, HI 1298). NOT VISIBLE ON GOOGLE EARTH. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Mar 11, 2013

Circumstances of loss

EX-SIR GALAHAD, EX-STAR OF FREEDOM '56. BUILT IN 1942 BY HALL, RUSSEL & CO LTD, ABERDEEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MILFORD FISHERIES LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE ABERDEEN FOR FISHING AND RETURN. WENT AGROUND IN VERY HIGH WINDS AND EXTREME WEATHER. CREW OF 12 LOST. (SIBI & LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ROBERT LIMBRICK wreck located?

The ROBERT LIMBRICK wreck is located at coordinates 56 38.021 N,6 13.562 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROBERT LIMBRICK?

The seabed around the ROBERT LIMBRICK lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the ROBERT LIMBRICK sink?

The ROBERT LIMBRICK sank on Feb 5, 1957.

When was the wreck of the ROBERT LIMBRICK discovered?

The wreck of the ROBERT LIMBRICK was discovered in 1957.

What country did the ROBERT LIMBRICK belong to?

The ROBERT LIMBRICK belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ROBERT LIMBRICK?

The ROBERT LIMBRICK had a tonnage of 273 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROBERT LIMBRICK?

The ROBERT LIMBRICK is classified as a trawler.