Shamrock Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Shamrock Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 40.859 N,5 10.564 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.680983
  • Longitude: -5.176067
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHAMROCK
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 64 m
Width 9.2 m
Draught 4.1
Tonnage 828
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 25, 1883
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Sep 24, 2013

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Shamrock is located off the coast of St. Anns Head at coordinates 51 40.859 N, 5 10.564 W. This underwater wreck site, documented by the UK Hydrographic Office, represents a historical maritime obstruction in these coastal waters. Historical records indicate the vessel struck the west side of St. Anns Head in December 1977. The site remains a point of interest for maritime surveying and navigation data regarding submerged wreckage near the Welsh coastline.

Surveying Details

H4919/77 21.12.77 STRUCK W SIDE OF ST ANN'S HEAD. (E GILES, LETTER DTD 11.12.77). NCA, POSN 514050N, 051030W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK W SIDE OF ST ANN'S HEAD. (E GILES). VESSEL, BUILT 1883. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W.C. ALLINGHAM, WATERFORD. ON PASSAGE FROM DUBLIN FOR NEWPORT. STRANDED AND LOST IN FORCE 2 SSE WINDS. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the SHAMROCK wreck located?

The SHAMROCK wreck is located at coordinates 51 40.859 N,5 10.564 W.

When did the SHAMROCK sink?

The SHAMROCK sank on Dec 25, 1883.

When was the wreck of the SHAMROCK discovered?

The wreck of the SHAMROCK was discovered in 1977.

What country did the SHAMROCK belong to?

The SHAMROCK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SHAMROCK carrying?

The SHAMROCK was carrying personnel,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SHAMROCK?

The SHAMROCK had a tonnage of 828 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHAMROCK?

The SHAMROCK is classified as a steam ship.

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