Yewcroft Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Yewcroft Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 5.035 N,5 26.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.083917
  • Longitude: -5.434333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YEWCROFT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 827
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 8, 1956
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4571/56 30.7.56 H4571/56 30.7.56 INSUFFICIENT DATA TO PLOT. (LLOYDS LIST AND ST JUST CG) - NCA - POSN 500500N, 052600W FOR FILING ONLY. H2193/74 2.4.74 H2193/74 2.4.74 NOT FOUND DURING SURVEY. NO SONAR OR SPECIAL SEARCH MADE. (HMS WOODLARK, 20.12.73) - NCA. H2590/76 23.3.76 H2590/76 23.3.76 OUTSIDE AREA. NOT SEARCHED FOR. (HMS HECLA, HI 1A/75) - NCA.
Last Amended Date May 27, 1999

Circumstances of loss

9.7.56 STRUCK TREVENE ROCKS NEAR CUDDEN PT CORNWALL. (HM COASTGUARD, 9.7.56).

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FAQ

Where is the YEWCROFT wreck located?

The YEWCROFT wreck is located at coordinates 50 5.035 N,5 26.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the YEWCROFT?

The seabed around the YEWCROFT lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the YEWCROFT sink?

The YEWCROFT sank on Jul 8, 1956.

When was the wreck of the YEWCROFT discovered?

The wreck of the YEWCROFT was discovered in 1956.

What country did the YEWCROFT belong to?

The YEWCROFT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the YEWCROFT carrying?

The YEWCROFT was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the YEWCROFT?

The YEWCROFT had a tonnage of 827 tons.

What type of wreck is the YEWCROFT?

The YEWCROFT is classified as a steam ship.

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