Events
Calendar of Events
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3 events,
Can you find all the Mice hidden in Helston's shop windows? Find them all and you could be in with a chance of winning a £25 Boo Koos voucher! Entry forms can be collected from The Museum...
Free
Exhibition extended until 27 September A delightful pairing of two short animated films made some twenty years apart, this exhibition by South African artist William Kentridge focuses on the way in which drawing functions at the heart...
Free
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7 events,
Under the guidance of Finn Leaman, this course runs once a week for two and half hours over a 7 week period with no class between week 5 and 6 to allow for the bisque firing of work...
£240.00
Untutored life-drawing for over 18s only. BYO materials. £8 entry - walk ins welcome cash or card; or pre-book here www.ameliakfulton.com/product-page/life-drawing-9th-april-ticket at 42 The Living Room, 42 Coinagehall St, Helston, Cornwall TR13 8EQ ///echo/music/paces
£8
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4 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,...
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Helston Town Council invites you to join us at the Guildhall, Corn Exchange on Wednesday 3rd September as we honour and remember the sacrifices of merchant seafarers, and celebrate their ongoing contributions to the UK’s trade and... |
4 events,
Every Thursday night, all Thursday night, Beehive Karaoke is there to bring the noise! |
9 events,
Join our volunteer gardening sessions at Helston Cemetery, Meneage Road, Helston September 5th, October 3rd, November 7th and December 5th 10am to 1pm Meet at the rear left of the cemetery w3w.co/champions.explored.allow Everyone is welcome All equipment... |
9 events,
Explore the story of the Cider House Pottery at Godolphin and see some of the collection up close. Head into the King's Room and discover more about the story of the Cider House Pottery, which operated at... 
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,... |
8 events,
Forest bathing, mindfulness and wellbeing walks in Penrose, aim to connect you with nature and rewild your senses. A forest bathing session will help you unplug from technology and slow down, bringing you into the here and...
£30.00
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Modelers from across the Southwest will be displaying both static and on the water their radio-controller boats. From Trawlers, Warships, Yachts, Lifeboats, Ferries, Cabin cruisers, Tugs, Steam ships and many more.
Free
First Sunday of the month 13:30 - 16:00 The Old Cattle Market, Porthleven Rd, Helston TR13 0SR, UK Repair cafés are free meeting places that are all about repairing things, together. You’ll find knowledgeable volunteers and the tools needed to...
Free
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5 events,
Under the guidance of Finn Leaman, this course runs once a week for two and half hours over a 7 week period with no class between week 5 and 6 to allow for the bisque firing of work...
£240.00
Treat yourself to an ‘outside of the box’ yoga class! These 75 minute sessions are a balanced blend of gentle warmups, energetic flowing sequences, breathwork and meditation and finish with a gentle head message using essential oils....
£9
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6 events,
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PATTERN CUTTING WORKSHOP WORKSHOP LOCATION: CAST Helston. Google maps link here. SESSIONS: 1 DATES: Wednesday 10th September 2025 TIME:10am-4pm with 1 hour lunch break (lunch not provided, but we highly recommend treating yourself to lunch at CAST...
£110.00
Everyone is welcome to join us for a coast path walk from Lizard Village, taking in the surrounding countryside and dramatic coastline including a tour of the Lizard Wireless Station. The walk is approximately 3 miles and... |
4 events,
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Maggie Harris and Jessica Taggart Rose are two poets based in Margate, Kent whose works journey from the UK to Wales, Guyana and France through multiple histories, ecologies and languages. Maggie's award-winning poetry runs deep through greenery...
Free
Every Thursday night, all Thursday night, Beehive Karaoke is there to bring the noise! |
6 events,
We are celebrating England's biggest festival of culture and heritage from 12-21 September by offering you, our visitors, free entry to Godolphin. Discover the rich and vibrant history of this ancient site, learn more about those who...
Free
Withy Lore explores the endangered craft of withy pot making, celebrating its heritage and community of makers through story, art and film. Until the 1960’s and 1970’s willow crab/lobster pots, known locally as withy pots, were a common... |
11 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... 
Join us at King George V Play Area toplant trees, garden, tidy up and make ourtown even more beautiful! All equipmentis provided as well as tea and cake. Wearsturdy shoes and gardening clothing!
Free
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A free workshop for the LGBTQIA+ community led by artist, Penny Steer "Discover the joys of pompom making - a simple and satisfying pleasure 😀" ~ Workshop facilitator, Penny Steer This is a workshop to celebrate the...
Free
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5 events,
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by Illyria Sunday 14th September at 7.30pm Josephine, the captain’s daughter, is in love with Ralph, a common sailor. But her father insists that she marries Sir Joseph Porter, First Lord of the Admiralty – whose roving...
£8.00
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10 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
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The walks are led by volunteer walk leaders and offer the opportunity for anybody to spend time in nature and meet new people. Everyone is welcome, of all abilities and experience, and the walk leader will facilitate...
Free
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7 events,
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PATTERN CUTTING WORKSHOP WORKSHOP LOCATION: CAST Helston. Google maps link here. SESSIONS: 1 DATES: Wednesday 17th September 2025 TIME: 10am-4pm MAXIMUM PARTICPANTS: 5 LEVEL: Intermediate
£110.00
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Booking essential Join MITBER this autumn at Museum of Cornish Life, to explore the 5 Ways of Wellbeing through creativity and a focus on some of the objects held in the museum’s collection. This is a project...
Free
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11 events,
Talking all things fae, to welcome the paperback publication of the beautifully eerie Cornish folk-horror Gorse.A poignant and lyrical examination of faith, love and grief, Gorse asks what do we choose to believe, and how does that...
Free
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Decode the secret signals of courtship and etiquette from Regency England with Language of the Fan. This hands-on workshop will explore how Regency ladies used fans to flirt, deflect, or entice—all without saying a word. Learn and...
£7.00
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Prize-winning poets Penelope Shuttle and Katrina Naomi present an evening of poetry including readings from their upcoming publications. Penelope Shuttle will read a selection of poems from her acclaimed 2021 collection Lyonesse, and from History of the...
£5
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7 events,
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17 events,
A programme of events in September Helston Makes It! is an annual celebration of craft, both traditional and contemporary. It brings together a wide range of highly skilled makers to demonstrate their skills, give talks and... 
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
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... 
Everyone is welcome to join us for a gentle family friendly walk from Penrose Hill car park taking in the parkland at Penrose. The walks are led by volunteer walk leaders and offer the opportunity for anybody...
Free
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Everyone is welcome to join us for a gentle walk at Penrose, as part of our family walk series. The walks are led by volunteer walk leaders and offer the opportunity for anybody to spend time in...
Free
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10 events,
No sketching or drawing experience needed – just bring your curiosity and creativity! What will you could get from it? Emotional and mental well-being, a way to relieve stress and anxiety, also a space for self-expression. A...
£3.00
No sketching or drawing experience needed – just bring your curiosity and creativity! What will you could get from it? Emotional and mental well-being, a way to relieve stress and anxiety, also a space for self-expression. A...
£3.00
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11 events,
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A free workshop for the LGBTQIA+ community led by artist, Indigo Wills "Cornwall is a landscape comprised of damp. Noticeably soaked and salt washed. The wetness is boundless. The wet land is queer." ~ Workshop facilitator, Indigo...
Free
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A guided conversation between crab/lobster pot maker Barry Mundy and Storylines. Barry’s family have used the old net loft on the edge of Mullion Harbour for centuries with many of them mastering the skill of making withy...
Free
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Free Talk and Q & A 2pm – 3pm Taking the the theme of accessories that are made from withy and grown materials this is a chance to see some of the collection that is rarely on...
Free
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9 events,
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PATTERN CUTTING, SEWING, GARMENT FITTING INFORMAL SESSION WORKSHOP LOCATION: CAST Helston. Google maps link here. SESSIONS: 1 DATES: Wednesday 24th September 2025 TIME:10am-1pm MAXIMUM PARTICPANTS: 6 LEVEL: Any
£30.00
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,
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Cornwall Wood Carvers join us to demonstrate the skills of wood carving and share their knowledge of this ancient art form. There will be an opportunity to ‘have a go’ at whittling or carving for adults. This...
Free
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Join artist Melanie Young to unleash your creativity and have a fun afternoon exploring the properties of willow. You will experiment with drawing with charcoal and using willow as a pen to ink in parts of the...
Free
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Throughout her extensive career, artist Ingrid Pollard has broken new ground and forged new pathways for younger generations. Alongside digital, analogue and alternative photographic processes, she often incorporates archival research, printmaking, image-text, memorabilia, installation and video/audio in...
£15
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8 events,
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Berry Basket Making – Vanessa Miller Cost: £40 per person – Pre-booking is essential Vanessa has been weaving baskets since 2016, when shortly after moving to Cornwall she found willow growing in her garden. She is passionate...
£40
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9 events,
Cassinelli Mills presents: Pamela Colman Smith: Resonances of Being Unfolding Archives as Spiritual Practice A free-to-visit exhibition (no booking required) A collage of folklore, cultural tradition and spiritualism, the artists in this exhibition encourage us to mine...
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...
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Free family Drop-in sessions. Come along and have a go at making a simple willow decoration for your home or garden. Willow is a fantastic natural resource which has been used for hundreds of years to make...
Free
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5 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
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6 events,
No sketching or drawing experience needed – just bring your curiosity and creativity! What will you could get from it? Emotional and mental well-being, a way to relieve stress and anxiety, also a space for self-expression. A...
£3.00
Women's Self-Discovery Circle (monthly circle) A safe space where you can prioritise Compassionate Self-Care, slow down & re-balance your body mind and spirit. We meet on the last Monday of the month |
10 events,
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Help us tidy the town and litter pick! All equipment is provided and you can earn Tempo Time credits.
Free
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Everyone is invited along to our AGM from 4.30pm for a cup of tea and the meeting will begin at 5pm. At the meeting you will find out about the work of the trust over the year...
Free
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10 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,... |
6 events,
Come and check out the brand-new walls, fresh routes and buzzing community. It’s just £5 a climb all week. Plus 50% off memberships for your first month. Find us in Helston and see what all the hype’s... 
Join Helston Theatre Company for an unforgettable evening of show-stopping numbers from your favourite movie musicals, brought to life by our talented cast and creative team. Costumed and choreographed, Movies to Musicals is not a concert, it’s...
£15.00
Every Thursday night, all Thursday night, Beehive Karaoke is there to bring the noise! |
10 events,
Join our volunteer gardening sessions at Helston Cemetery, Meneage Road, Helston September 5th, October 3rd, November 7th and December 5th 10am to 1pm Meet at the rear left of the cemetery w3w.co/champions.explored.allow Everyone is welcome All equipment...
Join Helston Theatre Company for an unforgettable evening of show-stopping numbers from your favourite movie musicals, brought to life by our talented cast and creative team. Costumed and choreographed, Movies to Musicals is not a concert, it’s...
£15.00
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15 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,...
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Community Colouring For all! Drop-in and help us fill our giant colouring sheet highlighting some of the museum’s objects. Using the beautiful pen and ink designs from Artist and illustrator Felicity Tattersall you can colour to your...
Free
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11 events,
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
Forest bathing, mindfulness and wellbeing walks in Penrose, aim to connect you with nature and rewild your senses. A forest bathing session will help you unplug from technology and slow down, bringing you into the here and...
£30.00
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