Woodcock Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Woodcock Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 14.029 N,3 59.571 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.233817
  • Longitude: -3.992850
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WOODCOCK
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H0356/44 26.12.43 REPORTED BY MASTER TO HAVE SUNK IN APPROX POSN 511400N, 035930W. (HMS PROCTOR, 26.12.43). H3840/86 11.4.88 NOT FOUND DURING BASIC SONAR SEARCH. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 369). NCA. SEP 2015/000250066 2.12.15 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (DS40, CEFAS SURVEY 2014). AMEND DEAD. SEP 2020/000233025 19.4.20 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2020 (HI1506, CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB). NFA
Last Amended Date Oct 23, 2020

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED.

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FAQ

Where is the WOODCOCK wreck located?

The WOODCOCK wreck is located at coordinates 51 14.029 N,3 59.571 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WOODCOCK?

The seabed around the WOODCOCK lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the WOODCOCK sink?

The WOODCOCK sank on Dec 23, 1943.

When was the wreck of the WOODCOCK discovered?

The wreck of the WOODCOCK was discovered in 1943.

What country did the WOODCOCK belong to?

The WOODCOCK belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the WOODCOCK?

The WOODCOCK is classified as a motor vessel.