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Bank‑Holiday Boat Gig: The Castaways Live Aboard the Copper Jack in Swansea
A short August Bank Holiday cruise aboard Swansea Community Boat Trust’s Copper Jack featuring The Castaways duo performing covers from the 1960s–80s and specially chosen nautical‑themed songs — this guide summarizes what to expect and what the verified listing specifies.
Bank‑Holiday Boat Gig: The Castaways Live Aboard the Copper Jack in Swansea.
On an August Bank Holiday, The Castaways step aboard the Copper Jack to deliver a compact musical cruise in Swansea: Charlie on guitar and vocals and Chris on keyboard and flute run through covers from the 60s, 70s and 80s, older classics and a selection of nautical‑themed songs chosen for the outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An eclectic set of classic covers and nautical numbers
The Castaways present a lively mix of covers from the 1960s through the 1980s, a selection of older classics and a handful of songs chosen for their maritime flavour — a programme curated for this August Bank Holiday cruise.
A performance staged aboard the Copper Jack
The event takes place on the Copper Jack, operated by Swansea Community Boat Trust; passengers experience the music from the vessel itself rather than a shore venue.
An August Bank Holiday cruise atmosphere
This is a holiday‑timed cruise intended as a convivial, musical outing for the Bank Holiday; the programme explicitly includes nautical themed material selected for that occasion.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
Expect a short, music‑focused cruise on the Copper Jack: passengers board the community boat and listen as Charlie (guitar and vocals) and Chris (keyboard and flute) present consecutive sets of classic covers and maritime‑leaning songs chosen for the August Bank Holiday.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and what the verified listing does and does not specify.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The verified listing does not specify gear requirements. For clarity on seating, shelter, or personal‑item storage aboard the Copper Jack, contact the operator directly.
No specific equipment or clothing requirements are provided in the verified data; any advice about weather‑appropriate clothing or on‑board facilities should be obtained from Swansea Community Boat Trust.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does this event take place?
The listing describes the outing as an August Bank Holiday cruise.
Who are the performers?
The Castaways duo: Charlie on guitar and vocals, and Chris on keyboard and flute.
What music will they play?
An eclectic mix of covers from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, a few older classics, and some nautical‑themed songs chosen for the cruise.
Where does the cruise operate from and on what boat?
The event is aboard the Copper Jack, operated by Swansea Community Boat Trust in Swansea.
Are there age, health or accessibility restrictions?
The verified information does not list any age, health or accessibility restrictions; passengers should check directly with the operator for those details.
How do I find out more or book a place?
The verified listing does not provide booking or contact details; contact Swansea Community Boat Trust or the event organiser for tickets and additional information.