Saxon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Saxon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 57.528 N,4 45.922 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.958800
  • Longitude: -4.765367
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAXON
Type barge
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1925
Last Detection Year 1926
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H8384/25 5.12.25 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 555732N, 044551W. (LL, 5.12.25). NCA. H8384/25 5.12.25 TWO WK MARKING LIGHT BUOYS ESTABLISHED, FL.G. (LL, 5.12.25). - NM 2089T/25. H8384/25 3.3.26 WK & LIGHT BUOYS REMOVED. (LL, 3.3.26). - NM 464/26.
Last Amended Date Nov 19, 2009

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE GLASGOW FOR ROTHESAY. COLLIDED WITH STEAMER MELLISA OFF PRINCE'S PIER, GREENOCK. CREW RECOVERED. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 57.528 N,4 45.922 W
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FAQ

Where is the SAXON wreck located?

The SAXON wreck is located at coordinates 55 57.528 N,4 45.922 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAXON?

The seabed around the SAXON lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SAXON discovered?

The wreck of the SAXON was discovered in 1925.

What cargo was the SAXON carrying?

The SAXON was carrying coal.

What type of wreck is the SAXON?

The SAXON is classified as a barge.