Project Outline

It is no exaggeration to suggest that Bonnie Prince Charlie's Wreck could turn-out to be the most significant and astonishing of its kind ever discovered in British costal waters, both in terms of its historical importance and the value of its artifacts which are expected to be recovered.
 
The precise location of the site has been notified to HM Receiver of Wrecks and Earthcore Ltd has established rights as Salvor in Possession of the wreck through preparatory work and presence at the site. 
 
The dive will be in relatively shallow water, although it is known that the nature of the seabed - a mix of  shingle and stones fallen from the cliff -  make the operation one that is best described as underwater archeological excavation.
 
Underwater digging machinery and air lifts will be employed to bring material to the surface where it will be sifted and examined. Spoil will be returned to the sea bed in a cycle of excavation and restoration.
 
The salvage will be carried out in accordance with laws governing British historical wrecks. including compliance with the requisite licenses and regulations

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Scaffolding access - key to the success of the project

The scheme to erect a scaffolding platform access to the wreck site is thought to be unique in the UK.

The project was designed by experts and engineers and is being implemented by Cumbria Scaffolding and Design of Ulverston.

Nick Bowman, of Cumbria Scaffolding and Design is personally overseeing this element of the scheme with all the challenges that it entails.

http://www.cumbriadesignscaffold.co.uk/