Sidmouth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sidmouth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 37.405 N,5 47.774 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.623417
  • Longitude: -5.796233
Wreck Depth 75 m
Water Depth 94 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIDMOUTH
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 103 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4045
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 24, 1916
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 22 MILES S OF WOLF ROCK. (WW1SL). H2590/76 23.3.76 H2590/76 23.3.76 NOT FOUND DURING SIDESCAN SWEEP. (HMS HECLA, HI 1A/75). H2979/74 24.2.77 H2979/74 24.2.77 FF REPD IN 493722N, 054743W [OGB] USING DECCA. (E GILES, 3.2.77). 3.5.78 3.5.78 CHART AS USC 75MTRS IN 493722N, 054743W [OGB]. NC 2565. H3943/88 8.11.89 H3943/88 8.11.89 POSN DISPROVED DURING DCS3 SEARCH. NO EVIDENCE OF SONAR CONTACT. (TH, PILOTAGE & MARINE, HI 465). DELETED. AMENDED TO DEAD. G/S. [SEE ALSO 'SIDMOUTH' [22084] IN 493556N, 054311W].
Last Amended Date Jan 2, 2001

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 22M S OF WOLF ROCK WHILE ON PASSAGE CARDIFF TO LA SPEZIA. (LL WW1 & WW1SL). BUILT IN 1903 BY RICHARDSON, DUCK & CO., NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE, WAS CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UB-29. (SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES).

General Comments

See Also: 22084

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FAQ

Where is the SIDMOUTH wreck located?

The SIDMOUTH wreck is located at coordinates 49 37.405 N,5 47.774 W.

How deep is the SIDMOUTH and where exactly is it located?

The SIDMOUTH lies at a depth of about 75 meters and is located at coordinates 49 37.405 N,5 47.774 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SIDMOUTH?

The seabed around the SIDMOUTH lies at approximately 94 meters deep.

When did the SIDMOUTH sink?

The SIDMOUTH sank on Oct 24, 1916.

When was the wreck of the SIDMOUTH discovered?

The wreck of the SIDMOUTH was discovered in 1916.

What country did the SIDMOUTH belong to?

The SIDMOUTH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SIDMOUTH carrying?

The SIDMOUTH was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the SIDMOUTH?

The SIDMOUTH had a tonnage of 4045 tons.

What type of wreck is the SIDMOUTH?

The SIDMOUTH is classified as a steam ship.

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