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PROTECTED WRECK · Historic England Protected wrecks

ERME INGOT

England, United Kingdom

ERME INGOT is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 3.14 hectares.

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AMSTERDAM

England, United Kingdom

AMSTERDAM is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 3.14 hectares.

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STIRLING CASTLE

England, United Kingdom

STIRLING CASTLE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 28.284 hectares.

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RESTORATION

England, United Kingdom

RESTORATION is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 28.257 hectares.

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NORTHUMBERLAND

England, United Kingdom

NORTHUMBERLAND is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 28.257 hectares.

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Langdon Bay

England, United Kingdom

Langdon Bay is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 7.064 hectares.

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ANNE

England, United Kingdom

ANNE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 1.766 hectares.

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GRACE DIEU and the possible site of the HOLIGOST

England, United Kingdom

GRACE DIEU and the possible site of the HOLIGOST is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 2.271 hectares.

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ADMIRAL GARDNER

England, United Kingdom

ADMIRAL GARDNER is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 28.257 hectares.

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TEARING LEDGE

England, United Kingdom

TEARING LEDGE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 12.559 hectares.

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CHURCH ROCKS

England, United Kingdom

CHURCH ROCKS is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 2.69 hectares.

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CATTEWATER

England, United Kingdom

CATTEWATER is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.785 hectares.

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BARTHOLOMEW LEDGES

England, United Kingdom

BARTHOLOMEW LEDGES is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 7.064 hectares.

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ST ANTHONY

England, United Kingdom

ST ANTHONY is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 7.067 hectares.

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ROYAL ANNE

England, United Kingdom

ROYAL ANNE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 12.563 hectares.

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CORONATION OFFSHORE

England, United Kingdom

CORONATION OFFSHORE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 7.064 hectares.

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CORONATION INSHORE

England, United Kingdom

CORONATION INSHORE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 19.623 hectares.

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ERME ESTUARY

England, United Kingdom

ERME ESTUARY is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 19.623 hectares.

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Hanover

England, United Kingdom

Hanover is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 7.065 hectares.

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DUNWICH BANK

England, United Kingdom

DUNWICH BANK is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 7.064 hectares.

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SALCOMBE CANNON SITE

England, United Kingdom

SALCOMBE CANNON SITE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 19.623 hectares.

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MARY ROSE

England, United Kingdom

MARY ROSE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 28.257 hectares.

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LOE BAR WRECK

England, United Kingdom

LOE BAR WRECK is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 19.623 hectares.

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SEATON CAREW

England, United Kingdom

SEATON CAREW is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 3.14 hectares.

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HMS Colossus

England, United Kingdom

HMS Colossus is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 39.985 hectares.

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SOUTH EDINBURGH CHANNEL

England, United Kingdom

SOUTH EDINBURGH CHANNEL is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 3.139 hectares.

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FILEY BAY WRECK

England, United Kingdom

FILEY BAY WRECK is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 28.257 hectares.

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HOLLAND NO. 5

England, United Kingdom

HOLLAND NO. 5 is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 12.559 hectares.

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SWASH CHANNEL WRECK

England, United Kingdom

SWASH CHANNEL WRECK is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 2.003 hectares.

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WEST BAY

England, United Kingdom

WEST BAY is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.785 hectares.

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NORMAN'S BAY

England, United Kingdom

NORMAN'S BAY is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 3.142 hectares.

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The Rooswijk

England, United Kingdom

The Rooswijk is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 15.892 hectares.

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WHEEL WRECK

England, United Kingdom

WHEEL WRECK is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 1.766 hectares.

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THE NEEDLES SITE

England, United Kingdom

THE NEEDLES SITE is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 12.559 hectares.

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LONDON

England, United Kingdom

LONDON is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.677 hectares.

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Unknown Wreck (GAD8; previously known as the 'Goodwins Cannon Site')

England, United Kingdom

Unknown Wreck (GAD8; previously known as the 'Goodwins Cannon Site') is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.785 hectares.

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Unknown Wreck off Thorness Bay

England, United Kingdom

Unknown Wreck off Thorness Bay is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 1.768 hectares.

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Association

England, United Kingdom

Association is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.784 hectares.

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HM submarine A3

England, United Kingdom

HM submarine A3 is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.786 hectares.

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SM U-8

England, United Kingdom

SM U-8 is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.785 hectares.

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Wreck of HMT Arfon

England, United Kingdom

Wreck of HMT Arfon is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.786 hectares.

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Unknown Wreck: Chesil Beach (Cannon Site)

England, United Kingdom

Unknown Wreck: Chesil Beach (Cannon Site) is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.566 hectares.

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SM UC-70

England, United Kingdom

SM UC-70 is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.283 hectares.

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Unknown Wreck Site

England, United Kingdom

Unknown Wreck Site is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 3.142 hectares.

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Shingles Bank Wreck NW68

England, United Kingdom

Shingles Bank Wreck NW68 is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 1.768 hectares.

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Shingles Bank Wreck NW96

England, United Kingdom

Shingles Bank Wreck NW96 is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.786 hectares.

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Mortar Wreck

England, United Kingdom

Mortar Wreck is recorded by Historic England as a protected wreck covering approximately 0.786 hectares.

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Terres d'Hérault UNESCO Global Geopark

FR

The Terres d’Hérault UNESCO Global Geopark is a name composed of two words. “Terres,” which makes the link to the soil and geology of the region, and “Hérault” corresponds to the main river

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Algarvensis UNESCO Global Geopark

PT

The Algarvensis UNESCO Global Geopark is located in southern Portugal’s Algarve region and presents a diverse geological history spanning 330 million years.

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Toratau UNESCO Global Geopark

RU

Toratau UNESCO Global Geopark is located at the junction of the southern part of the Ural Mountains and the eastern outskirts of the East European Platform, within the Republic of Bashkortos

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Arxan UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

Visit the China Hot Springs Museum in Arxan, home to the Arxan Sanitarium Hot Springs with 48 therapeutic springs.Explore the Forest Folk Museum in Bailang Town, which preserves ecological c

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Fangshan UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

Observe rich wildlife diversity with 44 species of mammals, 183 bird species, and nationally protected species like the brown pheasant and black stork.Explore ancient biodiversity, including

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Huanggang Dabieshan UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

Wander through blooming rhododendrons in May, when the landscape becomes a sea of vibrant colour.Experience local performing arts including Wenqu drama, Xishui folk songs, Donglu Huagu opera

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Kefalonia-Ithaca UNESCO Global Geopark

GR

Hike to the summit of Mount Aenos on a clear day and enjoy views stretching as far as the Peloponnese peninsula.Discover the many hidden coves along the rugged coasts of the four islands.Div

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Jingpohu UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

Visit in winter, and you may get to see the frozen Diaoshuilou Waterfall and dramatic winter scenery.Raft on Jingpo Lake, the largest alpine lava lake in China, formed by volcanic eruptions

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Keketuohai UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

Take an excursion to explore Altai’s granite landscape.Visit the Rare Metals Museum, the Irtysh Museum, and the Global Geopark Museum.Enjoy forests, grasslands, and pastures in spring, go ho

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Lushan UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

Try the region’s traditional Lushan Cloud & Fog Tea, made using techniques recognised as intangible cultural heritage.Explore remarkable Quaternary glacial geosites including the Da Ao G

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Toya - Usu UNESCO Global Geopark

JP

The Jomon Prehistoric Sites – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – include 17 archaeological sites in southern Hokkaido and northern Tohoku, showcasing the heritage of the original peoples who inh

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Cabo Ortegal UNESCO Global Geopark

ES

Visit Teixidelo Beach, the only beach in the world with black sand of non-volcanic origin, a unique geological phenomenon shaped by the region’s dynamic landscape.Discover Cape Ortegal and O

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Unzen Volcanic Area UNESCO Global Geopark

JP

Mt. Unzen Volcano Museum, known as the “Gamadas Dome,” is a central facility of the geopark, offering interactive exhibits on both recent and ancient volcanic eruptions on the Shimabara Peni

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Wangwushan-Daimeishan UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

For the more adventurous visitors, the ropeway of the Wangwushan Scenic Area offers the opportunity to observe geological relics of the Wangwushan orogeny and the Fangshan landform.Visitors

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Xiangxi UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

In July or September, do not miss the Singing Festival of the Miao people or the Autumn Harvest Festival.Discover the world’s largest red stone forest landscape, formed from rare oxidised se

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Xingwen UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

Discover Jia’s micro-carving, a unique art form from Xingwen with the highest writing density in the world, recognised as provincial intangible cultural heritage.Visit the Xingwen Geological

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Yanqing UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

See fossilised dinosaur footprints from multiple species and the largest collection of silicified wood in northern China.Visit the Yanqing UNESCO Global Geopark Museum and Great Wall sites b

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Zhangjiajie UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

There are four scenic areas in the UNESCO Global Geopark – Zhangjiajie, Suoxiyu, Tianzishan and Yangjiajie – featuring 40 geosites of national significance and 12 of international significan

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Zigong UNESCO Global Geopark

CN

Experience the Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival, a centuries-old tradition that transforms the city each year with vibrant lantern displays and cultural celebrations.The Jinhua

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Batur UNESCO Global Geopark

ID

Take a sunrise hike of Mount Batur for exceptional views.Visit the subak irrigation system.Enjoy the thermal waters at Lake Batur.

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Merangin Jambi UNESCO Global Geopark

ID

Visit Lake Depati Empat, a tectonic wonder nestled between ancient faults, featuring Pliocene-aged granodiorite and volcanic formations that showcase millions of years of geological history.

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Tabas UNESCO Global Geopark

IR

Explore Iran's largest wildlife refuge, covering 1.5 million hectares and home to the endangered Asian cheetah. Discover diverse landscapes including sand dunes, mountains, and salt marshes,

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Izu Peninsula UNESCO Global Geopark

JP

Charming coastal towns, such as Shimoda and Atami, offer glimpses into the region’s maritime heritage with historic buildings, museums, and scenic waterfronts.The geopark is also home to anc

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Cheongsong UNESCO Global Geopark

KR

Visit the Flower Stone Ecotrail, a 1.1 km route featuring outcrops of spherulitic rhyolite—also known as Flower Stone—a rare geological formation that reveals the cooling and stagnation proc

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Mudeungsan UNESCO Global Geopark

KR

Explore Damyang Gamagol Valley, where volcanic landscapes of dacite and rhyolite create a striking natural environment.Visit Juknokwon Bamboo Garden, a 160,000-square-metre park featuring na

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Trollfjell UNESCO Global Geopark

NO

During the annual Nordland Regatta each June, the four-oared bindalsfæringen, the Viking boats, are shown sailing on the Bindalsfjord.See petroglyphs at Vistnesdalen and soapstone quarries a

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Jeonbuk West Coast UNESCO Global Geopark

KR

Sample local flavours rooted in the geopark’s coastal environment, where fresh seafood from the sea and tidal flats features in dishes such as seafood porridge, kalguksu (chicken noodle soup

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Khorat UNESCO Global Geopark

TH

Explore the Cuesta landscape shaped by Mesozoic rock formations and Himalayan uplift, creating two distinct parallel ridges across the geopark.Visit the petrified wood sites of Chaloem Phra

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Swabian Alb UNESCO Global Geopark

DE

Explore Kolbingen Cave, the only show cave in the south-western Swabian Alb, where thousands of years of geological activity have created extraordinary dripstone formations.Experience the Sw

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Karawanken / Karavanke UNESCO Global Geopark

AT,SI

The historic Podzemlje Pece Mine, with over 800 km of tunnels, can be visited by taking an old mining train, by mountain bike, or even by kayaking the flooded galleries 700 m below the surfa

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Bohemian Paradise UNESCO Global Geopark

CZ

Explore the lowland landscapes of Czechia’s first Protected Landscape Area, home to deer, wild boar, foxes, and protected bird species like the peregrine falcon.Follow the 119 km Golden Path

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Novohrad-Nógrád UNESCO Global Geopark

HU,SK

Explore the region’s medieval castles, such as that of Fülek and Hollókö.Discover fossilised remains of 17-million-year-old habitats at the Ipolytarnoc Fossils Nature Reserve.Marvel at the c

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Ore of the Alps UNESCO Global Geopark

AT

Visit historical mines such as Larzenbach/Hüttau, St. Veit im Pongau, and Mitterberg.Hike the Copper Trail and enjoy the beautiful alpine landscape.Attend the spectacular nocturnal processio

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