Silverstone Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Silverstone Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 24.63 N,0 32.567 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.410500
  • Longitude: 0.542783
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SILVERSTONE
Type tug
Flag GB
Tonnage 58
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 5, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 7.8.72 7.8.72 MINED 3M ABOVE ROCHESTER BRIDGE, MEDWAY. (WW2 MSL). POSN APPROX 512436N, 003240. NCA. RSDRA2025000277005 18.6.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (PEEL PORTS MEDWAY, DTD 09.04.2025). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jun 18, 2025

Circumstances of loss

MINED.

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FAQ

Where is the SILVERSTONE wreck located?

The SILVERSTONE wreck is located at coordinates 51 24.63 N,0 32.567 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SILVERSTONE?

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

When did the SILVERSTONE sink?

The SILVERSTONE sank on Mar 5, 1941.

When was the wreck of the SILVERSTONE discovered?

The wreck of the SILVERSTONE was discovered in 1941.

What country did the SILVERSTONE belong to?

The SILVERSTONE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SILVERSTONE?

The SILVERSTONE had a tonnage of 58 tons.

What type of wreck is the SILVERSTONE?

The SILVERSTONE is classified as a tug.

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