STAFF AT Gwennap Head lookout station had something new to keep an eye on with the arrival of a German TV crew.
Dramatic re-enactments of helicopter rescues and a fictitious memorial service took place as part of a three-day film shoot around the National Coastwatch Institute (NCI) station in St Levan.
The production, Flying High, is an adaptation of the work of Cornish author Rosamunde Pilcher being filmed for a German audience.
Along with his usual job as Gwennap Head station manager Peter Sawdon was also involved with the 25-strong film crew, helping out where he could.
"I welcomed it with open arms," he said.
"It's something completely different, something we haven't seen here before and something we aren't likely to see again."
Locals were drafted in as extras, while visitors to the station caught glimpses of the drama unfolding.
As normal service at the station continued upstairs, the lower level was transformed into an office for the fictitious Cornwall Coastal Rescue organisation.
None of the staff at Gwennap Head took part in the filming.
"It's amazing what goes into producing a television programme," said Mr Sawdon.
"In life you certainly deserve a bit of excitement and this has provided it."
While filming took place, extra staff were drafted in to ensure the usual service was not disrupted.
German company FFP Media donated £1,100 to the NCI in exchange for using the location, which will be put into a charity fund.
