Helston, famous through the world for its Floral Dance, is a charming unspoilt old town which was probably first settled in the 6th century.  It was known as Henliston in the Domesday Book and granted its charter by King John in 1201.  The Blue Anchor in Coinage Hall Street has been brewing its own ale for 600 years and now produces a variety of traditional 'Spingo Ales'.  Helston is also home to Flambards; a popular tourist attraction combining theme park rides with 'Victorian Village' and a 'Britain in the Blitz' exhibition. 

Gweek, at the head of the Helford River, was once a trading port serving Helston and the surrounding area.  Seacore, a commercial drilling rig company, and Gweek Quay, a thriving boat yard, carry on the maritime tradition even though access is only possible at high tide.  The National Seal Sanctuary is a popular tourist attraction, operating as a home and hospital for seals and other marine animals rescued from the surrounding seas.

Helston
Gweek Boatyard
SeaCore and Gweek Boatyard from the river