Borgny

Type of vessel - Steam Ship

How sunk – Mine

Former names – None

Wreck height - 7m

The Borgny presumed to have hit a stray drifting mine sank while carrying 1500 tons of coal from Newport to Rouen. The Borgny sank in 10 minutes with no loss of life. Her stern is completely upside down with the rudder and propeller easily recognisable, and a great photo opportunity in good visibility. The wreck is twisted and broken in a sandy gravel sea bed.

A full wreck tour can be found here: 
Wreck Tour: 43, The Borgny

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