London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay 

Olympic torch bearers got a wholehearted welcome to Newquay as they carried the iconic Flame through this North Cornwall resort. The Flame had landed at Lands End on the morning of May 19 to start the first leg of the 70-day journey around the United Kingdom. The weather was wonderful, the crowds cheerful, the atmosphere awesome and the feeling of unity and excitement was palpable.

A Newquay bride and groom went as far as to bring the time of their wedding service forward one hour to enable their guests to miss the road closures and join the cheering crowds lining Newquay's streets.