Wild Boar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Wild boar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 1.386 N,5 40.359 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.023100
  • Longitude: -5.672650
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WILD BOAR
Type sloop
Flag GB
Tonnage 238
Tonnage Type builders' measurement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 15, 1810
Original Detection Year 1810
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 3.11.72 WRECKED ON THE RUNNELSTONE. (CORNISH SHIPWRECKS, VOL 1). POSN 500121N, 054018W FOR FILING ONLY. H2590/76 23.3.76 CLOSE INSHORE. NOT SEARCHED FOR. (HMS HECLA, HI 1A/75). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 22, 1999

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON THE RUNNELSTONE OUTWARD BOUND FROM FALMOUTH. 64 LIVES LOST. (CORNISH SHIPWRECKS, VOL 1 P220).

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FAQ

Where is the WILD BOAR wreck located?

The WILD BOAR wreck is located at coordinates 50 1.386 N,5 40.359 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WILD BOAR?

The seabed around the WILD BOAR lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the WILD BOAR sink?

The WILD BOAR sank on Feb 15, 1810.

When was the wreck of the WILD BOAR discovered?

The wreck of the WILD BOAR was discovered in 1810.

What country did the WILD BOAR belong to?

The WILD BOAR belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the WILD BOAR?

The WILD BOAR had a tonnage of 238 tons.

What type of wreck is the WILD BOAR?

The WILD BOAR is classified as a sloop.

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