Paul Pitcher Day is celebrated annually on January 24 in Cornwall, United Kingdom, as a unique observance tied to the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul. This day involves the peculiar tradition of setting up pitchers in public places and throwing stones at them until they break. Once the pitchers are destroyed, they are replaced with new ones filled with ale, which people drink throughout the day. The celebration is marked by the chant, “It’s Paul’s Eve, and here’s a heave!” This custom originated as a form of rebellion against restrictions on drinking water during working hours. The festivities also coincide with the start of a new season for mining and sailing in the region. The day serves as a tribute to one of the significant events in Christian history, commemorating St. Paul's conversion.