Helston

Helston

Helston is a historic market town on the western edge of the Lizard peninsula, best known for the Furry Dance each May, one of the oldest and best known folk customs still performed in England. It is a practical gateway to the Lizard’s beaches and coves, with Loe Pool, Cornwall’s largest natural lake, a short walk from the town centre.

My video here is a winter walk around Penrose and Loe Bar.

When you are ready to plan a visit, my other website, Best In Cornwall, has guides covering parking, beaches, walks, where to eat and where to stay. Here are the ones for Helston, covering parking and getting there, things to do, eating and staying.

Helston videos

Plan your visit to Helston

My videos show you what Helston looks like. These Best In Cornwall guides cover the practical side.

Parking and getting there

Where to leave the car in and around Helston.

The best places to park in Helston

Things to do

The best things to do in Helston.

The best things to do in Helston

Where to eat

A guide to the best places to eat in Helston.

The best places to eat in Helston

Where to stay

Places to stay in and around Helston.

The best places to stay in Helston

Find a place to stay in Helston

Real-time availability for hotels and coastal retreats around Helston.

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