The story of how Porthleven’s damaged harbour defences were transformed into £40,000 worth of artwork has been made into a DVD.

In the ultimate tale of triumph over adversity, it recaps on the devastating storms of February 2014 and how the wooden baulks protecting Porthleven’s inner harbour were snapped by the force of the waves, leading to the loss of boats and fishing equipment.

It then goes onto show how nearly 200 pieces of art were created from the damaged wood, which were then auctioned off in aid of the Fishermen’s Mission this March, raising £40,315. An image of each piece is included at the end of the DVD.

Produced by volunteer Philippa Mina of iwatchmedia, the DVD is being sold at The Four Crows gallery and Lindy Lou in Porthleven, Helston Fishermen's Mission shop or via the Fishermen's Mission online eBay shop, with all proceeds going to the mission.

Julian Waring, regional fundraising manager, thanks Philippa for her efforts, saying: “We are grateful for her skill and support as well as to all the interviewees.”