NEWQUAY’S fishing heritage was brought to life with the town’s first ever Pilchard Run on Saturday. (June 22)

More than 250 people made the historic journey from the Huer’s Hut to Newquay Harbour, which was organised by Trenance Learning Academy.

Teacher Karl Fice Thomson dressed for the occasion in a pilchard outfit and stood atop the Huers Hut blowing his horn and shouting ‘Hevva Hevva,’ which was  the cry that went out to launch the seine boats when a shoal of pilchards was seen in the bay.

A spokesperson for Trenance Learning Academy said: “We are thrilled with how our community came together to remind ourselves of all the amazing things Newquay has to offer.

“What started as a little idea turned into an incredible community event that exceeded our expectations

“Team Trenance are overwhelmed by the support from everyone.

”We would like to thank everyone for proving what a special community Newquay is and for making it such an incredible day.”

Mayor Drew Creek added: “The Pilchard Run was a huge success.

“The event was about bringing the community together and celebrating all that we share in common, a sense of pride in the history of our town but also about bringing out a sense of family togetherness and fun.”