Thomas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Thomas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 32.648 N,3 6.214 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.544133
  • Longitude: -3.103567
Water Depth -8 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THOMAS
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 64
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 23, 1898
Original Detection Year 1898
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details SHE WAS BROKEN UP & REMOVED BY MDHB. HEIGHT ABOVE LBD 25FT. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 24.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500/KF NO 10.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2001

Circumstances of loss

29.8.1898 DROVE ASHORE ON BEACH ABOUT 0.25 MILE SSW FROM FORMBY LIFEBOAT HOUSE. WAS FLOATED ON 29.8.1898 BY OWNER BUT BAD WEATHER PREVENTED HER FROM BEING TOWED OFF & SHE DAMAGED HER BOTTOM & SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the THOMAS wreck located?

The THOMAS wreck is located at coordinates 53 32.648 N,3 6.214 W.

When did the THOMAS sink?

The THOMAS sank on Aug 23, 1898.

When was the wreck of the THOMAS discovered?

The wreck of the THOMAS was discovered in 1898.

What was the tonnage of the THOMAS?

The THOMAS had a tonnage of 64 tons.

What type of wreck is the THOMAS?

The THOMAS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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