Talbot Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Talbot Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 31.731 N,3 12.363 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.528850
  • Longitude: -3.206050
Wreck Depth 0.1 m
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TALBOT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 54.6 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 549
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 7, 1912
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 12.9.1912 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB BETWEEN 12.9.1912 & 30.9.1912. DEPTH 2FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 25.3.75 25.3.75 SHOWN AS WK 0.1 MTRS [LAT] ON K3500/KF NO 10. NC 1951. 5.3.81 5.3.81 SHOWN AS WK 0.1MTRS IN 533143N, 031217W ON MDHC SURVEY JAN 81(K8577/2). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 16, 1981

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED AFTER COLLISION WITH SS KENT, ABOUT 830YDS N BY W 1/2 W (MAG) OF Q5 BLACK CAN BUOY.

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FAQ

Where is the TALBOT wreck located?

The TALBOT wreck is located at coordinates 53 31.731 N,3 12.363 W.

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

The TALBOT lies at a depth of about 0.1 meters and is located at coordinates 53 31.731 N,3 12.363 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TALBOT?

The seabed around the TALBOT lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the TALBOT sink?

The TALBOT sank on Sep 7, 1912.

When was the wreck of the TALBOT discovered?

The wreck of the TALBOT was discovered in 1975.

What country did the TALBOT belong to?

The TALBOT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the TALBOT?

The TALBOT had a tonnage of 549 tons.

What type of wreck is the TALBOT?

The TALBOT is classified as a steam ship.