AN annual celebration of Camborne’s most famous son returns on Saturday, April 27, when the town hosts Trevithick Day.  

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the day which honours engineer Richard Trevithick, the inventor of the high-pressure steam engine that was first used to power the Puffing Devil road locomotive up Camborne Hill in 1801.  

The pioneering Trevithick is credited with transforming mass transportation as well as helping to enhance the mining industry in Cornwall. 

A whole host of events and activities are happening in locations around Camborne throughout the day, including plenty of traditional Cornish music and dance.  

Four music stages are located around the town as well as a host of street market stalls, historical exhibits and children’s entertainment. 

Performing on the main stage in the town square include Bryher’s Boys, the RAOST Singers, Kerrier Male Choir, St Dennis Ukuleles, Children’s Entertainer Tarquin and Carn Brea Morris. 

Steam, stationary and miniature engines will be on display in Bassett Road along with vintage vehicles on both Union and Chapel Street.  

The climax to the event will see visitors line the streets to watch the steam parade leave Bassett Road at around 3.30pm. 

For more information about this month’s Trevithick Day, visit www.trevithickday.org.uk