The son of Jim Shanklin, who won four caps for Wales, Tom played for Wales at Under 19, Under 21 and Wales A levels and made his first international appearance for the senior side against Japan in Tokyo in the summer of 2001, scoring two tries. He made his debut in the Six Nations Championship against France in 2001; 32 years previously his father, Jim, had won his first international cap against the same opponents.
At first Shanklin was regarded as a "super sub" in the Welsh side, but later established himself in the starting line-up. He produced some notable performances in the 2004 Autumn internationals, scoring eight tries in the four games. This included four tries against Romania and a spectacular try against New Zealand. He was sometimes played as a wing, but started all the 2005 Six Nations matches in his preferred position at centre.
Shanklin is a popular seaside resort and civil parish on the Isle of Wight, England, located on Sandown Bay. Shanklin is the southernmost of three settlements which occupy the bay, and is close to Lake and Sandown. The sandy beach, its Old Village and a wooded ravine, Shanklin Chine, are its main attractions. The esplanade along the beach is occupied by hotels and restaurants for the most part, and is one of the most tourist-oriented parts of the town. The other is the Old Village, at the top of Shanklin Chine.
Together with Sandown, Shanklin forms a built up area of 21,374 inhabitants (2011).
Shopping
The main shopping centre consists of two roads, Regent Street and High Street, which together comprise the largest retail area in the south of the Isle of Wight; significant for tourists but also as an amenity for residents.
Near Regent Street are the town's two main supermarkets, the Co-op and Lidl. In Regent Street itself are many local shops, including two arts and crafts shops, several clothing and sports shops, three newsagents and three bakeries. The High Street also has some local shops, but is dominated by tourist shops and restaurants.
Shanklin Chine, a wooded coastal ravine containing waterfalls, trees and lush vegetation, with footpaths and walkways allowing paid access for visitors, and a heritage centre explaining its history.
Shanklin Estate, council housing estate in Sutton, South London, sited between Brighton Road and the Epsom Downs Branch
Shanklin Family, American family involved in politics and government
Shanklin Glacier, a glacier in the Hughes Range of Antarctica, flowing southeast from Mount Waterman to enter Muck Glacier at a point 8 km (5 mi) west of Ramsey Glacier
Tom Shanklin: Choosing Wales over England was easy
Tom Shanklin reflects on his decision to choose to play international rugby for Wales over the nation of his birth - England.
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published: 09 Mar 2016
Ronan O'Gara can't tackle Tom Shanklin
Ireland fly half Ronan O'Gara struggles to tackle Wales centre Tom Shanklin during their match in the 2005 Six Nations at the Millennium Stadium. First Shanklin sits down O'Gara, then next time O'Gara goes too high and Shanklin breaks through.
published: 08 Apr 2013
Tom Shanklin wallops Mirco Bergamasco
Wales centre Tom Shanklin wallops to the ground Italy centre Mirco Bergamasco with a big turnover creating hit during the 6 Nations match at the Millennium Stadium in March 2002. The Turnover led to a try.
published: 01 Feb 2014
Tom Shanklin amused by Ronan O'Gara getting wound up
S4C English language commentator Tom Shanklin enjoys seeing Munster fly half Ronan O'Gara getting wound up by Scarlets scrum half Gareth Davies.
Shanklin says that O'Gara "hates anyone touching him" and then O'Gara "can't do anything but push you or throw an angry face at you".
published: 17 Feb 2013
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British and Irish Lions v Bay of Plenty, 04/06/05
published: 21 Jul 2013
Powell v Shanklin on The Smash-o-meter | Rugby Tonight
Former Wales internationals Andy Powell and Tom Shanklin go head-to-head on the Rugby Tonight Smash-o-meter.
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published: 09 Mar 2016
Gareth Thomas - Inspirational Speech
Tom Shanklin reveals Gareth Thomas' finest moment as captain.
published: 13 Mar 2014
John Barclay, Tom Shanklin and Stephen Ferris react to their "yearbook" photos ahead of URC opener
"Shanks is speechless!" 😶
Reaction by Tom Shanklin, John Barclay and Stephen Ferris to their 100% real yearbook photos 😂
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published: 21 Oct 2023
Tom Shanklin and Wayne Pivac discuss the problems in Welsh Rugby
🗣️ "There has to be an answer soon!"
Tom Shanklin, Wayne Pivac and Chris Paterson give their opinion on the problems within Welsh rugby
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published: 18 Feb 2023
"You've Got Cumin Your Mouth." - Tom Shanklin's Spice Challenge On "Rugby Tonight" 07 Mar 2016.
Watched by BT Sport presenters Sarra Elgan, Martin Bayfield, Austin Healey and Ben Kay, former Wales International and British Lion Tom Shanklin takes on the "Spice Challenge."
Tom Shanklin reflects on his decision to choose to play international rugby for Wales over the nation of his birth - England.
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Ireland fly half Ronan O'Gara struggles to tackle Wales centre Tom Shanklin during their match in the 2005 Six Nations at the Millennium Stadium. First Shanklin...
Ireland fly half Ronan O'Gara struggles to tackle Wales centre Tom Shanklin during their match in the 2005 Six Nations at the Millennium Stadium. First Shanklin sits down O'Gara, then next time O'Gara goes too high and Shanklin breaks through.
Ireland fly half Ronan O'Gara struggles to tackle Wales centre Tom Shanklin during their match in the 2005 Six Nations at the Millennium Stadium. First Shanklin sits down O'Gara, then next time O'Gara goes too high and Shanklin breaks through.
Wales centre Tom Shanklin wallops to the ground Italy centre Mirco Bergamasco with a big turnover creating hit during the 6 Nations match at the Millennium Stad...
Wales centre Tom Shanklin wallops to the ground Italy centre Mirco Bergamasco with a big turnover creating hit during the 6 Nations match at the Millennium Stadium in March 2002. The Turnover led to a try.
Wales centre Tom Shanklin wallops to the ground Italy centre Mirco Bergamasco with a big turnover creating hit during the 6 Nations match at the Millennium Stadium in March 2002. The Turnover led to a try.
S4C English language commentator Tom Shanklin enjoys seeing Munster fly half Ronan O'Gara getting wound up by Scarlets scrum half Gareth Davies.
Shanklin says ...
S4C English language commentator Tom Shanklin enjoys seeing Munster fly half Ronan O'Gara getting wound up by Scarlets scrum half Gareth Davies.
Shanklin says that O'Gara "hates anyone touching him" and then O'Gara "can't do anything but push you or throw an angry face at you".
S4C English language commentator Tom Shanklin enjoys seeing Munster fly half Ronan O'Gara getting wound up by Scarlets scrum half Gareth Davies.
Shanklin says that O'Gara "hates anyone touching him" and then O'Gara "can't do anything but push you or throw an angry face at you".
Former Wales internationals Andy Powell and Tom Shanklin go head-to-head on the Rugby Tonight Smash-o-meter.
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Former Wales internationals Andy Powell and Tom Shanklin go head-to-head on the Rugby Tonight Smash-o-meter.
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"Shanks is speechless!" 😶
Reaction by Tom Shanklin, John Barclay and Stephen Ferris to their 100% real yearbook photos 😂
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"Shanks is speechless!" 😶
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🗣️ "There has to be an answer soon!"
Tom Shanklin, Wayne Pivac and Chris Paterson give their opinion on the problems within Welsh rugby
#URC | #SCAvEDI
🗣️ "There has to be an answer soon!"
Tom Shanklin, Wayne Pivac and Chris Paterson give their opinion on the problems within Welsh rugby
#URC | #SCAvEDI
🗣️ "There has to be an answer soon!"
Tom Shanklin, Wayne Pivac and Chris Paterson give their opinion on the problems within Welsh rugby
#URC | #SCAvEDI
Watched by BT Sport presenters Sarra Elgan, Martin Bayfield, Austin Healey and Ben Kay, former Wales International and British Lion Tom Shanklin takes on the "S...
Watched by BT Sport presenters Sarra Elgan, Martin Bayfield, Austin Healey and Ben Kay, former Wales International and British Lion Tom Shanklin takes on the "Spice Challenge."
Watched by BT Sport presenters Sarra Elgan, Martin Bayfield, Austin Healey and Ben Kay, former Wales International and British Lion Tom Shanklin takes on the "Spice Challenge."
Tom Shanklin reflects on his decision to choose to play international rugby for Wales over the nation of his birth - England.
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Ireland fly half Ronan O'Gara struggles to tackle Wales centre Tom Shanklin during their match in the 2005 Six Nations at the Millennium Stadium. First Shanklin sits down O'Gara, then next time O'Gara goes too high and Shanklin breaks through.
Wales centre Tom Shanklin wallops to the ground Italy centre Mirco Bergamasco with a big turnover creating hit during the 6 Nations match at the Millennium Stadium in March 2002. The Turnover led to a try.
S4C English language commentator Tom Shanklin enjoys seeing Munster fly half Ronan O'Gara getting wound up by Scarlets scrum half Gareth Davies.
Shanklin says that O'Gara "hates anyone touching him" and then O'Gara "can't do anything but push you or throw an angry face at you".
Former Wales internationals Andy Powell and Tom Shanklin go head-to-head on the Rugby Tonight Smash-o-meter.
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"Shanks is speechless!" 😶
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🗣️ "There has to be an answer soon!"
Tom Shanklin, Wayne Pivac and Chris Paterson give their opinion on the problems within Welsh rugby
#URC | #SCAvEDI
Watched by BT Sport presenters Sarra Elgan, Martin Bayfield, Austin Healey and Ben Kay, former Wales International and British Lion Tom Shanklin takes on the "Spice Challenge."
The son of Jim Shanklin, who won four caps for Wales, Tom played for Wales at Under 19, Under 21 and Wales A levels and made his first international appearance for the senior side against Japan in Tokyo in the summer of 2001, scoring two tries. He made his debut in the Six Nations Championship against France in 2001; 32 years previously his father, Jim, had won his first international cap against the same opponents.
At first Shanklin was regarded as a "super sub" in the Welsh side, but later established himself in the starting line-up. He produced some notable performances in the 2004 Autumn internationals, scoring eight tries in the four games. This included four tries against Romania and a spectacular try against New Zealand. He was sometimes played as a wing, but started all the 2005 Six Nations matches in his preferred position at centre.
It was Adams who presented Bowen with his jersey, a week after former Wales centre Tom Shanklin had been the one to pass on the honour to Emanuel...I';m sure you'll see plenty more of Tom.".
Wales legend Jamie Roberts has revealed that a failed big-money move to Japan "broke him" at the time ... He appeared in a line-up with Tom Shanklin and EllisJenkins. READ MORE ... READ MORE ... "It broke me at the time. A chance to go out there ... .
READ MORE ... READ MORE. Body found in search for England rugby international Tom Voyce ... "He's a talented, talented sportsman ... "Shanks [Tom Shanklin] came in to present his jersey in the week before the game and his mum and dad were there ... .
However, the likes of Tom Shanklin has suggested that the number of regions should be kept at four but in a rethought structure, ... However, Shanklin argued back and claimed getting rid of a team would lead to more issues rather than solutions.
Former Welsh international Tom Shanklin has laid out a plan for a new regional structure in Wales, suggesting the number of regions should remain at four but that one side should get more funding than the others.
Two Wales legends went undercover as 'Jez and Norman' in the centre of Cardiff on match day last weekend ... "Yes, all my life" ... "And what about one centre? Tom Shanklin or Jamie Roberts?," asked Roberts. "Shanklin ... .
... understand where we're truly at."Shanklin ... Former Wales and Lions centre Tom Shanklin believes Wales could risk losing a generation of rugby fans if the current malaise continues much longer.
Fellow pundit and ex-Wales and British & IrishLion Tom Shanklin said Gatland "transformed" the team during his first spell in charge, but said Wales now lack an identity ... Shanklin said.
Yet while another of his past players – Tom Shanklin – has called for his removal after losses to Fiji and Australia in the past two weekends, on the back of a Six Nations wooden spoon, Erasmus has come to the defence of his sometime nemesis ... .
"Oh my word.....", whilst Tom Shanklin gave a similar, short response ... against Eddie Jones’ Japan on Sunday, among them the return of Tom Curry and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso from concussion.
Tom Shanklin believes Ben Thomas must start at inside centre for Wales when they begin their AutumnNationsSeries campaign against Fiji this weekend ... “Ben Thomas is a 12 and I hope they go with him there,” Shanklin said.