Welcome to Helston! Explore and discover things to do and places to visit in this historic market town in the heart of Cornwall, UK.
Helston is a special town where impressive heritage meets a modern community and a warm welcome.
A buzzing cultural events calendar and inspiring indoor and outdoor spaces mean there’s oodles of opportunities for fun and enjoyment for families, couples and friends.
Whether you stay for the day, linger longer or live here, we’re here to help you explore and discover more in Helston.
WHAT’S ON
Take a look at our Events Calendar to see what’s on in Helston
DISCOVER
Explore the cultural, historical and family friendly activities in Helston
COMMUNITY
Resources for Helstonians, clubs, organisations, community groups and more…
Walking Around Helston
The countryside around Helston is an amazing area to explore. Walks to the nearby coast, around Loe Pool or deep into the valleys and hills which wrap around the town provide great views, abundant nature and glimpses of the ancient heritage of South West Cornwall.
Discover Helston Magazine
Read our Discover Helston magazines online, a magazine by the local community, for the local community. Featuring local interest pieces, advertisements from local businesses and ideas for things to do in and around Helston.
HELSTON EVENTS CALENDAR
Events
Calendar of Events
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7 events,
On a single day in summer, one acre of wildflower meadow can contain 3 million flowers, producing 1kg of nectar sugar. That's enough to support nearly 96,000 honeybees per day. 97% of species-rich grassland has been lost...
Free
The Monday Create Space – Starting in January! Join us for a fun, friendly creative session where you can bring your own materials and projects or take part in weekly themed activities exploring different subjects and mediums.... |
11 events,
Come along and meet other people researching their family history, share and learn tips and find out more about how best to use Findmypast, a free library resource, to access records online. 
Join this creative group of like-minded individuals to share work and support each other in the writing process. 
A wellbeing stitching and knitting group working with recycled materials. If you are a complete beginner or an old hand - all are welcome. Join in working on our collective projects or bring your own. £2.00 suggested... |
11 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Need help with the NHS App or accessing other health services online? Join us at Helston Library for a Digital Help Session on Wednesday 28th May, from 1–4 PM. We’ll guide you through setting up the NHS...
Free
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9 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
This weekly group is designed to help you make meaningful connections with likeminded people in a calm and gentle way that feels authentic to your true quiet self. Whether you’re chatting and sharing stories with your fellow... 
With Coach Frank commencing 15th January for 6-weeks Ready to improve your skating? Join Coach Frank for a drop-in skate workshop with indoor ramps and expert coaching. Whether you’re just getting started or want to nail some...
Free
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11 events,
Every Friday between 9am and 12pm Offering gifts & crafts, preserves, eggs and some locally grown seasonal produce. Our kitchen is open between 9 & 11.30am with hot drinks for just £1 and bacon rolls for £2....
Free
Join us for a play session and let the little ones play while you have a coffee and swap your pre-loved items. All items must be in good condition. Help us make Helston greener. £1 entry fee....
£1.00
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7 events,
What is Penrose parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! When is it? Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? The event takes...
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Helston Theatre Company presents a whimsical retelling of the well-known tale 'Dick Whittington'. This timeless story unfolds with a delightful blend of laughter, romance and rats... The story follows the journey of a young clueless country boy... |
7 events,
It's a great way to guarantee that you can sell whatever the weather, we have the whole indoor space of The Old Cattle Market Community Hall and Hub or the car park outside. No need to book,...
Free
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
A mini retreat morning in a wood fired barn, featuring yoga, TRE & rest. We’ll start our morning with a nourishing cup of warm cacao drink when you arrive. We’ll then ease into some gentle yoga to...
£40.00
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6 events,
The Monday Create Space – Starting in January! Join us for a fun, friendly creative session where you can bring your own materials and projects or take part in weekly themed activities exploring different subjects and mediums....
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
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12 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Come along and meet other people researching their family history, share and learn tips and find out more about how best to use Findmypast, a free library resource, to access records online.
Join this creative group of like-minded individuals to share work and support each other in the writing process. |
14 events,
Would you like to shop online to save money? Would you like to be able to email friends and family? Would you like to look up a wide range of information instantly? If the answer is yes,...
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
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The idea behind this informal social sewing session is very simple, getting a bunch of people together to sew. Bring along your own project, we’ll have a good natter, and get expert help if you need it....
£35.00
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6 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
This weekly group is designed to help you make meaningful connections with likeminded people in a calm and gentle way that feels authentic to your true quiet self. Whether you’re chatting and sharing stories with your fellow...
With Coach Frank commencing 15th January for 6-weeks Ready to improve your skating? Join Coach Frank for a drop-in skate workshop with indoor ramps and expert coaching. Whether you’re just getting started or want to nail some...
Free
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9 events,
Every Friday between 9am and 12pm Offering gifts & crafts, preserves, eggs and some locally grown seasonal produce. Our kitchen is open between 9 & 11.30am with hot drinks for just £1 and bacon rolls for £2....
Free
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
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8 events,
What is Penrose parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! When is it? Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? The event takes... 
A real community event, people come from all over the local area to stock up on the freshest local produce, be it potatoes dug that very morning to award winning pork pies still warm from the oven,...
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
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5 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Join us on the first week of every month, from the first Saturday to the following Thursday (except January), as the doors to Godolphin House open to the public. Discover more about one of Cornwall's most spectacular...
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Pokemon Trainer Showdown! When? Sunday 8th Febuary, 1:00pm til 4:30 pm. Players are free to arrive earlier to practice against each other, or to tweak their decks, or just to socialise before the event.
£5.00
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8 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
The Monday Create Space – Starting in January! Join us for a fun, friendly creative session where you can bring your own materials and projects or take part in weekly themed activities exploring different subjects and mediums.... |
12 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Come along and meet other people researching their family history, share and learn tips and find out more about how best to use Findmypast, a free library resource, to access records online.
Join us on the first week of every month, from the first Saturday to the following Thursday (except January), as the doors to Godolphin House open to the public. Discover more about one of Cornwall's most spectacular... |
10 events,
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Everyone has a garment that they wish would last forever, or that they could get in lots of different colours and fabrics. Come along on this class, and learn how to trace off your favourite pair of...
£110.00
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
|
7 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Join us on the first week of every month, from the first Saturday to the following Thursday (except January), as the doors to Godolphin House open to the public. Discover more about one of Cornwall's most spectacular...
This weekly group is designed to help you make meaningful connections with likeminded people in a calm and gentle way that feels authentic to your true quiet self. Whether you’re chatting and sharing stories with your fellow... |
9 events,
Every Friday between 9am and 12pm Offering gifts & crafts, preserves, eggs and some locally grown seasonal produce. Our kitchen is open between 9 & 11.30am with hot drinks for just £1 and bacon rolls for £2....
Free
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
|
9 events,
What is Penrose parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! When is it? Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? The event takes... 
Visit us at Godolphin for our half term spring awakening trail with activities and crafts. Join in from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February, 10-4. Normal admission applies.
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
|
6 events,
Visit us at Godolphin for our half term spring awakening trail with activities and crafts. Join in from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February, 10-4. Normal admission applies.
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
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8 events,
The Monday Create Space – Starting in January! Join us for a fun, friendly creative session where you can bring your own materials and projects or take part in weekly themed activities exploring different subjects and mediums....
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
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17 events,
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month. Come and join us for coffee and a natter to raise money for the Town Band. There will be a raffle, Bric-a-Brac, a bookshop and of course cake!
Free
Visit us at Godolphin for our half term spring awakening trail with activities and crafts. Join in from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February, 10-4. Normal admission applies.
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
|
12 events,
Visit us at Godolphin for our half term spring awakening trail with activities and crafts. Join in from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February, 10-4. Normal admission applies.
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Ages 11-18 | 3-Day Workshop | Choose either Morning or Afternoon courses Morning cohort : 10am-1pm Afternoon cohort : 1:30pm-4:30p BOOK HERE From Bedroom Musician to Band Member in Just 3 Days Board of playing alone? Meet...
£15.00
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11 events,
Visit us at Godolphin for our half term spring awakening trail with activities and crafts. Join in from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February, 10-4. Normal admission applies.
Ages 11-18 | 3-Day Workshop | Choose either Morning or Afternoon courses Morning cohort : 10am-1pm Afternoon cohort : 1:30pm-4:30p BOOK HERE From Bedroom Musician to Band Member in Just 3 Days Board of playing alone? Meet...
£15.00
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
|
13 events,
Every Friday between 9am and 12pm Offering gifts & crafts, preserves, eggs and some locally grown seasonal produce. Our kitchen is open between 9 & 11.30am with hot drinks for just £1 and bacon rolls for £2....
Free
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Drop-in Film Screening – In association with The Museum of Cornish Life & Mor Media 10am Friday 20 February (93mins) The Amazing Maurice | Directed Toby Genkel & Florian Westermann | 93 minutes | Animation, Family |...
Free
Visit us at Godolphin for our half term spring awakening trail with activities and crafts. Join in from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February, 10-4. Normal admission applies. |
7 events,
What is Penrose parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! When is it? Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? The event takes... 
Every third Saturday 10:00 – 13:00 Incredible Edible Helston Garden, Helston TR13 0SR, UK (map) Incredible Edible Helston meets on the third Saturday of each month, with the focus of each session being decided nearer the time. There...
Free
Visit us at Godolphin for our half term spring awakening trail with activities and crafts. Join in from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February, 10-4. Normal admission applies. |
6 events,
Get outdoors and get fit with the Trust10 running trail through the countryside of Godolphin. Join a fun, free and friendly trail run around the beautiful Godolphin estate. Two loops of 5km with stunning views throughout. Trust10...
Free
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Visit us at Godolphin for our half term spring awakening trail with activities and crafts. Join in from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 February, 10-4. Normal admission applies. |
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7 events,
The Monday Create Space – Starting in January! Join us for a fun, friendly creative session where you can bring your own materials and projects or take part in weekly themed activities exploring different subjects and mediums....
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
|
11 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Come along and meet other people researching their family history, share and learn tips and find out more about how best to use Findmypast, a free library resource, to access records online.
Join this creative group of like-minded individuals to share work and support each other in the writing process. |
9 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Need help with the NHS App or accessing other health services online? Join us at Helston Library for a Digital Help Session on Wednesday 28th May, from 1–4 PM. We’ll guide you through setting up the NHS...
Free
|
5 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
This weekly group is designed to help you make meaningful connections with likeminded people in a calm and gentle way that feels authentic to your true quiet self. Whether you’re chatting and sharing stories with your fellow... 
Eyes down! Dabbers out! 7:30pm start, 8 games for £6.00 Non Members welcome.
£6.00
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10 events,
Every Friday between 9am and 12pm Offering gifts & crafts, preserves, eggs and some locally grown seasonal produce. Our kitchen is open between 9 & 11.30am with hot drinks for just £1 and bacon rolls for £2....
Free
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
Join us for a play session and let the little ones play while you have a coffee and swap your pre-loved items. All items must be in good condition. Help us make Helston greener. £1 entry fee....
£1.00
|
7 events,
What is Penrose parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! When is it? Every Saturday at 9:00am. Where is it? The event takes... 
BASEMENT BAND CRAFT CLUB (13-18 years) Commencing Saturday 21st February for 4-weeks £20 for the course (£5 per person, per week, must be booked as a four week block) Session Times: 10.30am-2.30pm + Saturday Night Live Gig on...
£20.00
A one-off session allowing you to have a go on the wheel and learn to pinch and coil your first pots! Perfect for beginners, families, as a gift, or a refresher and introduction to the studio if...
£50.00
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6 events,
Ane Hjort Guttu’s film Manifesto, 2020, (27 min) speculates on the aims and purposes of institutional art education. Newly migrated into a university and an open-plan campus building, an art school feels cornered by a suffocating culture of surveillance and...
Free
A mini retreat morning in a wood fired barn, featuring yoga, TRE & rest. We’ll start our morning with a nourishing cup of warm cacao drink when you arrive. We’ll then ease into some gentle yoga to...
£40.00
It's a great way to guarantee that you can sell whatever the weather, we have the whole indoor space of The Old Cattle Market Community Hall and Hub or the car park outside. No need to book,...
Free
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