Archaeological remains associated with the loss of this vessel are not confirmed as present at this location, but may be in the vicinity.

Event and Historical Information:
A report printed in Lloyd's List on 10 February 1826 noted that the ALERT, on passage from Liverpool to Sandwich, under the command of Captain Starkey, had been totally wrecked on the east side of Holyhead Bay. The crew been saved.

Sources include:
Larn and Larn Shipwreck Database 2002
Lloyds List, 10 February 1826, issue number 6089

Maritime Officer, RCAHMW, April 2011.