The Gleanings

Last Updated on Friday, 14 January 2011 14:26

1875 - The Gleanings, a schooner from Bideford, a regular carrier of limestone from Gower to Devon, was wrecked on Burry Holms and the crew all drowned.   The wreck was not discovered until three days later when a body was washed ashore, alerting people to the tragedy.  (Ref:  005a)