Helston Holiday Guide for 2024

The gateway to the Lizard Peninsula with fantastic attractions

The gateway to the Lizard Peninsula and the Helford River, Helston is the most southerly town in Cornwall. Helston is the home to Flambards Theme Park a fantastic day out for the whole family. You will also find Culdrose Airfield, the Seal Sanctuary and some fantastic places to eat in Helston. You will also find Kynance cove near Helston which is one of the most famous beaches in Cornwall and used on the series Poldark.

Beaches in Helston

  • Porthcew (Rinsey Cove)

    Helston, United Kingdom

    Situated close to the little settlement of Rinsey on Cornwall's southern coast is a hidden gem called Porthcew, commonly referred...

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  • Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach

    Helston, United Kingdom

    Situated close to the Lizard Peninsula on Cornwall's southern coast, Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach is a distinctive and alluring location...

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  • Coverack Beach

    Helston, United Kingdom

    Known for its calm atmosphere and unspoiled beauty, Coverack Beach is a delightful and scenic location on Cornwall's eastern coast....

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  • Cadgwith Beach

    Helston, United Kingdom

    Situated on Cornwall's Lizard Peninsula, Cadgwith Beach is a quaint and scenic location that perfectly captures the essence of a...

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  • Porthleven Beach

    Helston, United Kingdom

    Situated in the coastal hamlet of Porthleven, Cornwall, England, Porthleven Beach is a well-liked and scenic location renowned for its...

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  • Porthoustock Beach

    Helston, United Kingdom

    Known for its rugged beauty, historical significance, and peaceful ambiance, Porthoustock Beach is a unique and fascinating beach located in...

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  • Polurrian Beach

    Helston, United Kingdom

    Situated on Cornwall's breathtaking Lizard Peninsula, Polurrian Beach is a tranquil and lovely beach with golden sands, crystal-clear waves, and...

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  • Ponsence Cove

    Helston, United Kingdom

    Ponsence Cove is a hidden gem that provides a calm and peaceful coastal experience. It is located on Cornwall's rugged...

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  • Kynance Cove

    Helston, United Kingdom

    One of Cornwall's southernmost points, the Lizard Peninsula, is home to the breathtakingly gorgeous beach known as Kynance Cove. Well-known...

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