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What to do and see in Helston, England: The Best Things to do Adventurous
Helston (Cornish: Hellys) is a town and civil parish in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is situated at the northern end of the Lizard Peninsula approximately 12 miles (19 km) east of Penzance and 9 miles (14 km) south-west of Falmouth. Helston is the most southerly town on the island of Great Britain and is around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) farther south than Penzance. The population in 2011 was 11,700.
Restaurants in Helston
1. Cornwall Segway - now at Atlantic Reach NEWQUAY
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 249 reviews
Take control of your very own Segway exclusively with us in Cornwall in two locations; GOONHILLY SATELLITE STATION near Helston, plus NEWQUAY at Hendra Holiday Park. We have one of the largest fleets of Segways in Europe, with the i2 on-road machine, the x2 all terrain off-roader. Experience this unique form of transport, likened to gliding on a magic carpet. Riding a Segway is really easy and accessible to most ages and abilities (subject to weight restrictions, see terms and conditions on the tours page) and most importantly GREAT FUN for everyone. As seen on television and film, from Dr Who to the Gadget Show to Hollywood blockbusters.
2. Vertical Blue Adventures
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5.0 based on 221 reviews
Vertical Blue Adventures is situated on the stunning historic harbour town of Porthleven. Ideally positioned to take full advantage of the stunning coastline that surrounds Cornwall. Paddle boarding, Kayaking and Mountain biking, as well as hire, sales and tours. We have something to suit everyone so come along and say hi!
3. Urban Gypset
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5.0 based on 48 reviews
Urban Gypset is a graffiti lifestyle environment. A unique boutique in Helston boasting limited edition clothing featuring original street art. Our Art Garden to the rear of our store hosts a variety of workshops and team building experiences for all ages and weathers. We also hire our Graffiti artist's services to educational organisations, businesses and individuals for bespoke murals. Our store hours do not reflect our workshops hours. We take bookings from 9:00a.m to 7p.m 7 days a week.
4. Kennack Sands Surf School
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Learn to surf with experienced, friendly instructors on a beautiful, sandy, lifeguarded beach. No surfing experience required! Easy access, car parking, cafe and facilities available. £25 per person for a 2 hour group lesson. Equipment and parking included.
5. Halliggye Fougou
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4.0 based on 29 reviews
Archaeologists and historians still don't know what purpose these subterranean tunnels served nearly 2,000 years ago.
Reviewed By LordCadwell - Maidenhead, United Kingdom
Small buried stone chamber with 2 further passages off. The one in front is probably too tight a squeeze but the one on the left opens up soon after the entry hole. Wind up torches are a nice touch. Follow the green arrows from the rear of the "all other parking" area in Trelowarren Estate. Note the one at the end of the field is gone but the trace of a disc on a pole can be seen (points left by the way). Follow the lane right, before the houses and continue to field the sign is to the left and steps a little further on. Otherwise you will end up tramping through people's back gardens...It is only small but it's free and it's an adventure
6. Poldark Mine
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4.0 based on 403 reviews
ACCURATE details on OFFICIAL WEBSITE & FACEBOOK PAGES [last admission one hour before closing] - MAIN MINE EXPLORER UNDERGROUND TOUR A - An atmospheric & memorable profound educational experience to 3 levels through the passageways & workings of historic Wheal Roots Mine DEEP MINE ADVENTURE TOUR B - [takes about 90 minutes] - An enlightening & unforgettable adventure deep into the 18th century mine workings unlike any other mine visit in the UK - 4 levels are explored by the light of genuine miners headlamps. BOOKING OFFICE 10 30 am- 1.30 pm -
Reviewed By DJ100_00 - Falmouth, United Kingdom
We visited as a group for the deep mine tour, our group had mixed interests and backgrounds but everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience. After picking up and fixing on our safety helmets, belts and lamps there was short film clip explaining the history of Cornish mining and this site, it was informative and set the scene for the mine tour itself. Underground is very atmospheric, in places the rock ceiling above you is a little low so you do need your hard hat and in parts it is a bit wet but this just adds to the experience, quite a few steps down and back up if you do the long tour but worth the effort. Our guide was really informative explaining rock features, historic mine practises, including human aspects of being a miner which included women working above ground and young boys working underground, looked like it was a hard and dangerous life. I thought the price was very reasonable given how much work is done to keep the mine open, pumping out massive amounts of water to keep the lower levels of the mine accessible. I can highly recommend a tour of the Poldark mine, a fantastic opportunity to see a historic tin mine, complete with some beautiful gardens and a small museum area. I hope to visit again in the future.
7. Dan Joel Surf School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
