Storm Franklin was gradually making its way across the UK, and I only had a few hours left to capture what would be the last waves of the storm in Cornwall. Timing was everything. I wanted to catch the high tide, so I arrived at Porthleven just before 8am, ready to see the harbour and coastline at their most dramatic.

The sea was already surging, with waves breaking over the pier and rolling into the harbour entrance. The wind carried salt spray across the promenade, and every few minutes another wave would explode against the walls. Despite the conditions, a few people stopped to watch, taking shelter where they could as the morning light shifted through a mix of grey and gold.

This video is the longer version of the YouTube Short and Instagram Reels I’ve already shared. For anyone with a slightly longer attention span than 30 to 60 seconds, it’s the perfect way to experience the full impact of the storm.

Among the highlights, I captured a small work truck getting a thorough soaking from the waves. Don’t worry, everyone was fine, just a little wetter than when they started the morning.

There’s something about mornings like this that really bring Porthleven to life: the energy of the waves, the spray hitting the harbour walls, and the ever-changing light across the water. I love seeing Porthleven in stormy conditions; it’s a reminder of Cornwall’s raw coastal power and charm.

If you enjoy watching stormy seas pound the harbour at Porthleven, you might also want to check out a video I filmed a couple of years ago, which has currently had around 1.3 million views.

A great morning, great waves, and a little piece of Cornish weather magic captured on camera.