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Yarmouth Roads Wreck

Mediterranean carrack wreck, 16th–17th century, Isle of Wight

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The remains of a late sixteenth or early seventeenth century carrack was discovered in Yarmouth Roads, Isle of Wight, England in 1984. The site was designated under the Protection of Wrecks Act on 9 April 1984. The wreck is a Protected Wreck managed by Historic England.

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Site investigation

mid-1980s

Probable date of vessel

mid-16th century

Legal protection designated

9 April 1984

Santa Maria petition

1567

Discovery of wreck

1984

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Shipwreck remains
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Country

United Kingdom

Coordinates

50.71° N, -1.49° E