Sea Shanty singers hit right note for children's hospice
A group of singers has raised thousands of pounds for Children's Hospice South West performing sea shanties across the south west.
The Beach'd Buoys, based in Weston-super-Mare, has raised £8,150 in the last 12 months, performing at pubs, care homes, village halls and theatres across the region.
The nine strong band, which formed four years ago, donates all its fees for performing to the charity – while also passing round the collection bucket to the audience at gigs.
Beach’d Buoys member, Peter Field first heard about the work of CHSW when he attended a dinner at Weston College, where the charity’s co-founder Eddie Farwell was speaking.
Peter, who is also a member of the Weston Ukulele Players which also raises money for CHSW, said: “I met Eddie at the dinner and started chatting to him.
As a group we were keen to sing to raise money for charity and when we heard about the incredible work of Children’s Hospice South West, we knew we wanted to support it.
“We continue to be inspired by the work of the hospice.”
The band perform a variety of shanties in their sets, including the favourites Keep Haulin’ and Drunken Sailor
The band range in age, with the oldest being 79-year-old John who is also the sound engineer.
CHSW Area Fundraiser Lucie Perryman said: “The Beach'd Buoys have been amazing supporters of CHSW for years and have raised a phenomenal amount of money with their shanty singing.
"Their shows are always great fun and enjoyed by everyone."