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Berkeley Castle

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NPRN273336
Map ReferenceSR89SE
Grid ReferenceSR8862094784
Unitary (Local) AuthorityMaritime
Old CountyMaritime
CommunityMaritime
Type Of SiteWRECK
PeriodPost Medieval
Description
Archaeological remains associated with the loss of this vessel are not confirmed as present at this location, however they may possibly be in the vicinity.

Event and Historical Information:
The BERKELEY CASTLE was a sailing vessel carrying a general cargo from Bangor to Berkeley under the command of master Davies. The vessel was lost on the Crow Rock on 8 May 1824. The crew were saved.

Sources include:
Larn and Larn Shipwreck Database 2002
Lloyds List, 11 May 1824, issue number 5906

Maritime Officer, RCAHMW, March 2008.