Maritime record MHG26042 - Rein: Helman Head, North Sea
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 3650 4670 (80m by 80m) (Buffered by site type) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND34NE |
| Old County | CAITHNESS |
| Civil Parish | WICK |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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ND34NE 8000 3650 4670
N58 24.26 W3 5.02
Steamship REIN, 1176 ton, of Bergen, master Hine Meyer. On way from Lyngar, Norway to Preston, Lancashire. Lost 13 Apr 1937, 2.30am at Helman Head, 2 miles south of Wick, 4.5 miles from Noss Head Lighthouse. Wind south east light breeze, fog, sea smooth. Cause of wreck - fog. 16 persons all saved. Cargo of wood pulp. Value of vessel and cargo not known. Vessel submerged and only bridge above water.
Source; John Bain, Principal Lightkeeper, Noss Head Lighthouse.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SHG3424 Text/Manuscript: Innes, Hugh H W - Principal Lightkeeper.. 1927-49. Northern Lighthouse Board Wreck Returns. Stroma Lighthouse.
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Record last edited
Jan 28 2008 12:00AM
