Steam trawler · 1930–1931 · Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
The Daily Mail, a steam trawler built for the Boston Deep Sea Fishing & Ice Company, was under the command of skipper Albert Heywood when it encountered trouble. On a foggy night in May 1931, the vessel ran aground at Crammag Head while returning to Fleetwood with a full hold of fish. The crew of 14 was rescued by another trawler, the Tranquil, after an SOS was sent out.
Despite initial salvage efforts, bad weather caused further damage, making it uneconomical to refloat the ship. Today, the remains of the Daily Mail lie in shallow waters in Portencorkie Bay, scattered among large rocks and boulders.
5 of 6 facts above are cited in Sources below.
Built 1930; 1 years in service. Lost 1931.
A reference and a starting point, not a dive plan. Plan any dive with a local professional who knows the site and the conditions on the day.
A further 3 fields were derived from the wreck’s recorded position rather than taken from a source.
DAILY MAIL is a steam trawler wreck located off Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom at a depth of 3 metres. The wreck is diveable.
DAILY MAIL lies at approximately 3 metres depth, Solway Firth, Dumfries and Galloway.
As reported, diving the DAILY MAIL is rated beginner and is suitable for newly certified Open Water divers. Minimum certification: Confirm with a local operator. A reference and a starting point, not a dive plan. Plan any dive with a local professional who knows the site and the conditions on the day.