The Looting of SS Ettrick

Season: 6 Episode: 29

In 1924, the SS Ettrick met a dramatic fate on the River Avon — she ran aground and refused to budge. As the tide turned and the crew gave up hope, the ship capsized overnight, belly-up in the murky waters. By morning, the riverbank was swarming with locals, not to rescue, but to scavenge: tobacco, cigarettes, sweets, and boots bobbed temptingly in the current, turning the wreck into an impromptu treasure hunt.

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Captain Preston - Colin Ball

Russell Collins - Steve Sheperd

George Rush - Marcus Kepple-Palmer

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SOURCES

Shepton Mallet Journal - Friday 03 October 1924

Western Daily Press - Thursday 25 September 1924

Western Daily Press - Tuesday 07 October 1924

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