Overview
The Bencoolen Wreckers were formed in 2011 and now consists of nine friends who enjoy singing a mix of Cornish songs and sea shanties from around the world.
The group is named after the Bencoolen Ship built in 1855 and which was shipwrecked during bad weather on Summerleaze Beach, Bude in 1862 with only six of the 33 crew saved. The wood from the smashed wreck was used to build several properties in Bude.
The Bencoolen Wreckers can often be found singing in their home pub which shares the same name – The Bencoolen Inn, Bude but have performed at many of the shanty festivals and charity events that are found around many towns and villages in Cornwall, including Port Isaac, Mevagissey and St Ives shanty festivals. Details of all forthcoming events can be found on our Facebook pages.
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General Information
2018
Yes
Band Members
David Trott Simon Whattler Colin Danks Keven Taylor Jeff Weaver Brendan Hinfey Nigel Martin Nick Compton
Contact Information
Brendan
Hinfey
Bude
Cornwall
United Kingdom