Helston
United Kingdom · EnglandGB
Town in Cornwall, England
Helston is a town and civil parish in Cornwall, England. It is situated at the northern end of the Lizard Peninsula, approximately 12 miles (19.3 km) east of Penzance and 9 miles (14.5 km) south-west of Falmouth. Helston is the most southerly town on the island of Great Britain and is around 1+1⁄2 mi (2.4 km) farther south than Penzance. At the 2021 census, the population of the parish was 11,611 and that of the built up area was 11,360.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 11,178
- Coordinates
- 50.103, -5.270
- Timezone
- Europe/London
Overview of Helston
Travellers heading to England, United Kingdom will find Helston, a small town. About 11,178 people are based here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. Helston is strongest on water sports. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Helston
Water Sports in Helston
(1)Our data lists Kayaking as water sports options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Helston's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Helston
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in England plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Europe/London on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Helston that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Helston known for?
- Travellers associate Helston with water sports. It sits in England, United Kingdom and counts about 11,178 residents.
- What can you do in Helston?
- Helston is tagged with Kayaking, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Helston?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
- Where is Helston located?
- Helston belongs to England, United Kingdom, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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