Protected Wreck Site
Maritime archaeological site
Protected wrecks are historically or archaeologically important shipwrecks designated under the Protection of Wrecks Act 1973.
What This Means
This coastal property is within 250m of a protected historic shipwreck site of archaeological importance (e.g., Mary Rose, HMS Victory remains).
Practical Advice
- Cannot dive, disturb, or remove items from protected area
- Marine archaeological assessments may be required for coastal development
- Over 50 protected wrecks around UK coast
- Licence required for any work affecting the site
Key Points
- What it is: Historic shipwreck of archaeological importance (e.g., Mary Rose, HMS Victory remains)
- Why it matters: Protected maritime heritage site
- Within 250m of this property
- Cannot dive, disturb, or remove items from protected area
- Marine archaeological assessments may be required
- Preserves underwater cultural heritage
- Over 50 protected wrecks around UK coast
- Licence required for any work affecting the site
Additional Information
Protected wrecks preserve important maritime history. Coastal development near these sites requires archaeological consideration.