MHG26045 - St. Claus: Ness of Duncansby, Pentland Firth
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Type and Period (2)
- WRECK (Post Medieval to 21st Century - 1560 AD to 2100 AD)
- TUG (Unknown date)
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ND37NE 8005 3890 7380
N58 38.88 W3 3.1
Formerly ND37NE 8591
Steam Tug ST CLAUS, 400 ton. Lost 21 Sep 1942, Ness of Duncansby, 1 mile from Duncansby Head Lighthouse. Wind east, fresh breeze, sea moderate but heavy surf on shore, heavy rain. Tug ST CLAUS had MV GOLD CROWN in tow. Tow rope snapped and GOLD CROWN drove ashore, & tug ST CLAUS also going ashore trying to take her off. All saved, 36 in all on both vessels. No cargo. Motor vessel GOLD CROWN used as a water boat, was being towed to a south port for a refit, and no cargo on board. Both vessels expected to become total wrecks.
Source - Charles L. Gilbertson, Principal Lightkeeper, Duncansby Head Lighthouse.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 3890 7380 (80m by 80m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND37SE |
| Civil Parish | CANISBAY |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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