Stanley Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Stanley Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 25.082 N,3 0.831 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.418033
  • Longitude: -3.013850
Wreck Depth 15.4 m
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STANLEY
Type barge
Flag GB
Tonnage 860
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 11, 1908
Original Detection Year 1908
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB. SUPERSTRUCTURE REMOVED BY BOARD'S LIFTING VESSELS & BEACHED AT TRANMERE & SOLD BY AUCTION. DEPTH 52FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN ON 3490 AS WK 8FMS 4FT. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 INS WK 15.4MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). BR STD. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH 17.7MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BOUND FROM ALFRED DOCK TO SANDON DOCK IN TOW. CAPSIZED & SANK ABOUT 900YDS ABOUT NNE (MAG) FROM THE N END OF SEACOMBE FERRY STAGE. FOUR LIVES LOST.

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FAQ

Where is the STANLEY wreck located?

The STANLEY wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.082 N,3 0.831 W.

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

The STANLEY lies at a depth of about 15.4 meters and is located at coordinates 53 25.082 N,3 0.831 W.

How deep is the seabed around the STANLEY?

The seabed around the STANLEY lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When did the STANLEY sink?

The STANLEY sank on Dec 11, 1908.

When was the wreck of the STANLEY discovered?

The wreck of the STANLEY was discovered in 1908.

What country did the STANLEY belong to?

The STANLEY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the STANLEY carrying?

The STANLEY was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the STANLEY?

The STANLEY had a tonnage of 860 tons.

What type of wreck is the STANLEY?

The STANLEY is classified as a barge.