Helston
Helston is a town and civil parish in Cornwall, England in the UK. It is situated at the northern end of the Lizard Peninsula approximately 12 miles (19 km) east of Penzance and 9 miles (14 kilometres) south-west of Falmouth. Helston is the most southerly town on the island of Great Britain and is around 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometres) further south than Penzance. Helston is set along the shores of the River Cober in Cornwall. Downstream is Cornwall's largest natural lake Loe Pool, formed when a shingle bar obstructed the mouth of the river by increasing sea levels forming a barrier beach. To the south is the Lizard Peninsula, an area vital for its complex geology and wildlife habitats. The town is one of the mildest locations in the country and frosts are hardly ever severe. The population in 2011 was 11700. Residents are able to get involved in a number of annual events that happen at various points all throughout the year. The former stannary and livestock market town is best known for the yearly Furry Dance, known regionally as the Flora Dance, thought to stem from the medieval period. However, the Hal-an-Tow is thought to be of Celtic origin. The song, and music, connected with the Furry Dance is known to have been written in 1911. In 2001, the town honored the 800th anniversary of the granting of its Charter. The town also has an active sporting scene, with Helston RFC, Helston Athletic FC and Helston Cricket Club all having prominent roles within the community. The Swallows Gymnastics Club is also incredibly popular within the region. For all your home upgrades, be sure to identify trusted contractors in Helston to make certain of quality.
