Thomas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Thomas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 30.081 N,3 15.713 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.501350
  • Longitude: -3.261883
Wreck Depth 6.2 m
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THOMAS
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 63
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1872
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 23.4.1872 DISPERSED BY GUNPOWDER BY MDHB ON 23.4.1872. DEPTH 22FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500 NO 10. 1.9.87 1.9.87 SHOWN AS WK 6.2MTRS ON MDHC PLOT M1027/2. INS WK 6.2MTRS IN 533004N, 031538W. NE 1951.
Last Amended Date Nov 15, 2001

Circumstances of loss

SANK ABOUT 2 MILES SSW 1/2 W FROM QUEENS CHANNEL BELL BN.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the THOMAS wreck located?

The THOMAS wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.081 N,3 15.713 W.

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

The THOMAS lies at a depth of about 6.2 meters and is located at coordinates 53 30.081 N,3 15.713 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THOMAS?

The seabed around the THOMAS lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the THOMAS sink?

The THOMAS sank on Apr 21, 1872.

When was the wreck of the THOMAS discovered?

The wreck of the THOMAS was discovered in 1982.

What was the tonnage of the THOMAS?

The THOMAS had a tonnage of 63 tons.

What type of wreck is the THOMAS?

The THOMAS is classified as a sailing vessel.