Viking (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Viking (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 19.743 N,3 30.799 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.329050
  • Longitude: -3.513317
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIKING (PROBABLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 13, 1977
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the vessel Viking, likely located at coordinates 53 19.743 N, 3 30.799 W near Rhyl Harbour, has a documented history involving beaching, hull damage, and subsequent breaking up by the owner and local authorities, with debris ultimately removed and burned, meaning no substantial wreckage now remains at this location.

Surveying Details

14.11.77 SUNK IN ENTRANCE TO RHYL HARBOUR. PARTIALLY BLOCKING ENTRANCE. MAST SHOWING AT LW. (LL, 14.11.77). NCA. 12.3.99 PREVIOUSLY THOUGHT TO BE SAME AS WK [7504] (QV). HH100/351/14 12.3.99 WK DOES NOT EXIST IN THIS POSN. AFTER BREAKING MOORINGS THE OWNER, M CAMPANI, AND ANOTHER MANAGED TO BOARD HER. THEY STARTED THE ENGINE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE RUDDER HAD BEEN DAMAGED AND THE VESSEL COULD NOT BE STEERED. VESSEL WAS BEACHED IN A SMALL SANDY BAY IN THE RIVER. THE HULL HAD BEEN HOLED AND HAD SHIPPED A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER. THE NEXT TIDE MOVED 'VIKING' SOME 400 YARDS SEAWARD AND THE FOLLOWING MORNING SHE CAME TO REST APPROX HALF WAY ALONG THE TRAINING WALL. A LARGE MACHINE WAS HIRED TO BREAK UP THE 'VIKING'. THE DEBRIS WAS REMOVED FROM THE BEACH AND BURNED. (A PARRY). RECORD AMENDED LIFT. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

14.11.77 BROKE MOORINGS IN GALE FORCE WINDS AND SANK. (LL, 14.11.77)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 19.743 N,3 30.799 W
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FAQ

Where is the VIKING (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The VIKING (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 19.743 N,3 30.799 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VIKING (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the VIKING (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the VIKING (PROBABLY) sink?

The VIKING (PROBABLY) sank on Nov 13, 1977.

When was the wreck of the VIKING (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the VIKING (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1977.

What country did the VIKING (PROBABLY) belong to?

The VIKING (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the VIKING (PROBABLY)?

The VIKING (PROBABLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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