Three Bells Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Three bells Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 31.426 N,4 39.881 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.523767
  • Longitude: -4.664683
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THREE BELLS
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 22.9 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2004
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Dec 11, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Three Bells shipwreck is located at coordinates 58 31.426 N, 4 39.881 W along the northwest shore of Loch Eriboll, Scotland. Originally grounded in the area, the vessel has since broken up and is no longer subject to salvage operations. The structural remains consist of a semi-submerged engine and gearbox. While historic data placed the wreck slightly further ashore, current hydrographic surveys confirm the position of these underwater obstructions within Loch Eriboll. Mariners should note the presence of these remnants at the provided coordinates.

Surveying Details

HH268/350/01 30.1.92 HH268/350/01 30.1.92 AGROUND NW SHORE LOCH ERIBOLL IN 583130N, 043948W APPROX. OWNER DOES NOT INTEND TO SALVAGE AS IT HAS NOW BROKEN UP. ENGINE AND GEARBOX LIE SEMI-SUBMERGED. (PENTLAND CG, TELEX 1.1.92; ORKNEY CG, TELECON 30.1.92). QUOTED POSN PLOTS JUST ASHORE. INS AS ST PA IN 583127N, 043948W. BR STD. 11.12.04 11.12.04 EUT POSN: 5831.426N, 0439.881W. NE 2076.

Circumstances of loss

BROKE MOORINGS AND WENT AGROUND. NO CREW ON BOARD AT TIME OF LOSS. (PENTLAND MRSC).

General Comments

WHITE WHALEBACK AND WHEELHOUSE, BLACK WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the THREE BELLS wreck located?

The THREE BELLS wreck is located at coordinates 58 31.426 N,4 39.881 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THREE BELLS?

The seabed around the THREE BELLS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the THREE BELLS sink?

The THREE BELLS sank on Jan 1, 1992.

When was the wreck of the THREE BELLS discovered?

The wreck of the THREE BELLS was discovered in 1992.

What country did the THREE BELLS belong to?

The THREE BELLS belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the THREE BELLS?

The THREE BELLS is classified as a fishing vessel.

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