In this captivating episode of "The Ghost of the Wreckers," we delve into the legend of a famous navigational hazard on the North Cornish Coast. At the entrance to Padstow Harbour lies the infamous Doom Bar—a shifting sandbank responsible for over 600 wrecks and founderings. But is it merely a natural hazard, or something more sinister? Legend tells of a vengeful mermaid, mortally wounded by a sailor whose love she rejected, cursing the waters with her dying breath. In this episode, we explore the real dangers of the Doom Bar, the tragic tales of ships lost to its grip, and the haunting folklore that has endured for centuries. Was this treacherous stretch of water shaped by nature, or by the wrath of a betrayed sea spirit? Join us as we dive into the mystery of the Doom Bar.