Thorn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Thorn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 27.048 N,3 16.412 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.450800
  • Longitude: -3.273533
Wreck Depth 9.9 m
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THORN
Type barge
Flag GB
Tonnage 50
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 3, 1891
Original Detection Year 1891
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 19.8.1891 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB 19.8.1891. DEPTH 34FT BELOW LBD. POSN 532702N, 031620W. (LIVERPOOL WRECK RECORDS). H3906/59 21.12.59 H3906/59 21.12.59 WK 5FMS 4FT IN 532703.5N, 031620W. (K2184 55D). BR STD. 1.4.74 1.4.74 AMEND TO WK 9.7MTRS [LAT]. NC 1951. 8.5.78 8.5.78 SHOWN AS WK 9.9MTRS IN 532702N, 031620W ON K3500-KF11. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 17, 1987

Circumstances of loss

SANK ON EAST HOYLE BANK NEAR TO H4 RED BUOY.

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FAQ

Where is the THORN wreck located?

The THORN wreck is located at coordinates 53 27.048 N,3 16.412 W.

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

The THORN lies at a depth of about 9.9 meters and is located at coordinates 53 27.048 N,3 16.412 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THORN?

The seabed around the THORN lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the THORN sink?

The THORN sank on Aug 3, 1891.

When was the wreck of the THORN discovered?

The wreck of the THORN was discovered in 1891.

What country did the THORN belong to?

The THORN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THORN carrying?

The THORN was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the THORN?

The THORN had a tonnage of 50 tons.

What type of wreck is the THORN?

The THORN is classified as a barge.

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