Wreck site of post medieval English brig, Ceres, Middle Sand (EHER 81870)
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Summary
An 1822 wreck of English brig which stranded on the Middle Sand; a wooden sailing vessel.
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Location
| Grid reference | TM 2449 2925 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HARWICH, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Information from NRHE
A 1822 wreck of English brig which stranded on the Middle Sand; a wooden sailing vessel.
<1> reports 'Colchester, 13th March. The brig CERES of South Shields, Thompson master, was wrecked yesterday evening upon the Middle Sand. The greater part of the sails and stores, also her cables and one anchor have been brought in here. Crew saved.'
The ship's master is Thompson.
Date of Loss Qualifier: A. <2>
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Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1349103
- National Monuments Record: TM 22 NW 41