MHG26042 - Rein: Helman Head, North Sea
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Type and Period (2)
- WRECK (Post Medieval to 21st Century - 1560 AD to 2100 AD)
- (Unknown date)
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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.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 3650 4670 (80m by 80m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND34NE |
| Civil Parish | WICK |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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