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ELIZA RAMSDEN
LocationSouth Channel, Port Phillip VHR NumberS220 Date lost24/07/1875 Year of construction1874 Official number64793 |
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Statement of Significance
The Eliza Ramsden, with its intact clipper bow, is one of Victoria's most aethestically spectacular shipwreck sites, and thus has both recreational and educational significance. It is archaeologically significant as relics of cultural significance, including a small ship's bell, have been found on the site.
| Physical Description | |
|---|---|
| Construction Material | Iron |
| Rig | Barque |
| Hull Details | Raised quarter deck 30' long 1 deck and a break; round stern; clincher built; demi-woman figurehead; no galleries. |
| Propulsion | Sail |
| Number of Masts | 3 |
| Length / Breadth / Depth | 151.6 Feet / 27.0 Feet / 15.0 Feet |
| History | |
| Builder | Barclay Curle & Co |
| Built Date | 1874 |
| Built Port / Country | Whiteinch, Glasgow / Scotland |
| Registration Number | No. 28 of 1874 |
| Registration Port / Country | Melbourne / Australia |
| Details |
The Eliza Ramsden was regarded as the finest vessel of the Port of Melbourne in 1875, built to order by S. Ramsden at a cost of £10,000, and named after his wife. The vessel was badly damaged in 1875 ... more |
| Voyage Details | |
| Date Lost | 24/07/1875 |
| Voyage | from Melbourne to Newcastle |
| Cargo |
Ballast |
| Owner | Samuel Ramsden, Melbourne |
| Master of Vessel | Capt Steuart |
| Weather conditions |
slack tide |
| Cause of Loss |
Struck Corsair Rock and later sank in South Channel, Port Philip. Didn't notice Queenscliff lights (UID 152). Captain went below & had mis-judged position (UID 152). Found negligent in navigating his ... more |
| Further Details | |
| Number of Passengers | 1 |
| Comments on Passenger |
Ramsden Jnr |
| Number of Crew Members | 14 |