Westminster Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Westminster Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 42.133 N,0 12.46 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.702217
  • Longitude: -0.207667
Water Depth 81 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WESTMINSTER
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 252
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source other
Surveying Details 17.8.72 17.8.72 604210N 001220W PA. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). 9.9.75 9.9.75 POSN 604400N, 001700W TAKEN FROM MAP NAVAL MONOGRAPHS, VOL 14. 15.1.80 15.1.80 POSN GIVEN 604930N, 001200W. (US P/O DATED 16.10.76). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY U 38 20 MILES ESE FROM MUCKLE FLUGGA. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). SUNK 30 MILES E BY S OF BALTASUND. ICELAND FOR GRIMSBY, CARGO FISH. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the WESTMINSTER wreck located?

The WESTMINSTER wreck is located at coordinates 60 42.133 N,0 12.46 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WESTMINSTER?

The seabed around the WESTMINSTER lies at approximately 81 meters deep.

When did the WESTMINSTER sink?

The WESTMINSTER sank on Jun 8, 1915.

When was the wreck of the WESTMINSTER discovered?

The wreck of the WESTMINSTER was discovered in 1915.

What country did the WESTMINSTER belong to?

The WESTMINSTER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the WESTMINSTER?

The WESTMINSTER had a tonnage of 252 tons.

What type of wreck is the WESTMINSTER?

The WESTMINSTER is classified as a trawler.

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