Venture Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Venture Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 4.024 N,4 51.667 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.067067
  • Longitude: -4.861117
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VENTURE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 9.4 m
Tonnage 7
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 17, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H5001/72 18.7.80 SANK IN 520400N, 045136W APPROX. (MRSC MILFORD HAVEN, TLX DTD 17.7.80). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. H5001/72 18.7.80 AREA SEARCHED USING SONAR & E/S. NOT FOUND. (TH SWANSEA, TELEX). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW BY FV TUDOR LADY.

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FAQ

Where is the VENTURE wreck located?

The VENTURE wreck is located at coordinates 52 4.024 N,4 51.667 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VENTURE?

The seabed around the VENTURE lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the VENTURE sink?

The VENTURE sank on Jul 17, 1980.

When was the wreck of the VENTURE discovered?

The wreck of the VENTURE was discovered in 1980.

What country did the VENTURE belong to?

The VENTURE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the VENTURE?

The VENTURE had a tonnage of 7 tons.

What type of wreck is the VENTURE?

The VENTURE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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