What is recorded here
Florrieston is a steamship lost in 1918, lying inverted at 85 metres off County Down. Its intact frame, measuring 75 by 14 by 12 metres, still holds the shape of the voyage that ended it. The sea took the ship but never finished breaking it.
The official Northern Ireland wreck record identifies Florrieston as Steamship. It was lost in 1918. Recorded depth: 85m. Recorded condition: Intact, but probably inverted. Anomaly = 75 X 14 X12m.
Florrieston was a steamship lost in 1918 off the coast of Northern Ireland. It sank in 85m of water, likely inverted, with no details on lives lost or cargo, though its intact condition suggests potential for archaeological significance.
A wreck point does not grant access or permission to dive, enter land, disturb the site or recover anything. Check current law and local conditions first.
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