Seagull Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Seagull Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 57.111 N,5 12.495 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.951850
  • Longitude: -5.208250
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEAGULL
Type tug
Flag GB
Tonnage 56
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 30, 1896
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source diver
Surveying Details 5.12.69 WRECK ON SOUTHERN EDGE OF MEN HYR ROCK, THE LIZARD, WENT TO PIECES WHERE SHE LAY WITHOUT SALVAGE. SINGLE ENDED BOILER AND COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE STILL LIE IN 25FT OF WATER. LOCATED AND IDENTIFIED 5.12.69. (R LARN, HELSTON). POSN 495704.5N, 051226W FOR FILING ONLY. H2193/74 2.4.74 NOT FOUND DURING SURVEY. NO SPECIAL SEARCH MADE. (HMS WOODLARK, ROS DTD 20.12.74). NCA. HH091/246/01 11.5.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1246). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date May 11, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1877, WENT AGROUND ON MEN HYR ROCK WHILST ON PASSAGE NEWHAVEN TO LONDONDERRY. (SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES).

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FAQ

Where is the SEAGULL wreck located?

The SEAGULL wreck is located at coordinates 49 57.111 N,5 12.495 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SEAGULL?

The seabed around the SEAGULL lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the SEAGULL sink?

The SEAGULL sank on Apr 30, 1896.

When was the wreck of the SEAGULL discovered?

The wreck of the SEAGULL was discovered in 1969.

What country did the SEAGULL belong to?

The SEAGULL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SEAGULL?

The SEAGULL had a tonnage of 56 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEAGULL?

The SEAGULL is classified as a tug.