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Explore Helston Folk Museum and its Surroundings

The artefacts here sprawl across two floors and five halls. Well laid out, the museum charts the social history of the area with evocative exhibitions.
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Things to do, Eating, Places to visit, Beaches and Towns within within miles of Helston Folk Museum.


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The Flambards Experience (.9 miles)
One of the biggest theme parks in the south west; with so much going on, you’ll hardly know where to begin.
www.flambards.co.uk
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The National Seal Sanctuary (3.1 miles)
Abandoned and injured seals are brought here to be nursed and rehabilitated before being released back into Cornish waters. Feeding time is always quite a spectacle.
www.sealsanctuary.co.uk
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Trevarno - Country Estate Garden (2.2 miles)
Home to the National Museum of Gardening, Trevarno has 35 acres of gardens including a lake, a pretty boathouse, a walled garden, an Italian garden and a bluebell wood.
www.trevarnoestateandgardens.co.uk
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Trelowarren (4.4 miles)
An awe-inspiring Jacobean mansion with its own chapel. Outbuildings have been tastefully converted to create a restaurant and a craft display area.
www.trelowarren.com
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Trengilly Wartha Inn (4.5 miles)
A traditional bar with classic choices - try the bangers and mash, which takes this dish to a whole new level. There is also a swanky restaurant.
www.trengilly.co.uk
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The Ship Inn (2.3 miles)
In an idyllic location right by the harbour, this pub offers a great menu.
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Helston (.1 miles)
Georgian town houses line the streets of Helston, giving it a stately air. Every May, the town hosts ‘Flora Day’, a May Day celebration which involves the famous ‘furry dance’ procession through the streets.
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Porthleven (2.1 miles)
The shops and cafes of Porthleven cluster around its historic harbour in classic Cornish style and the village has a blissfully laid-back atmosphere.
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Church Cove (4.4 miles)
A good family beach with National Trust parking and a small cafe. The tiny 15th Century church on the north side of this cove is slowly being buried in sand but still manages to lend an ethereal feel to this beach.
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Halzephron Inn (3.1 miles)
Very popular locally and a quality eating place with a welcoming bar. Sunsets over Mounts Bay are sometimes spectacular.
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Praa Sands (4.8 miles)
A wide swathe of sand that draws families here every summer, Praa Sands beach faces south and is said to benefit from the longest sunshine hours of any place in the country. Praa Sands is one of the few south coast bays to enjoy great, consistent waves and as such is a magnet for surfers.
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Bonython Estate Gardens (4.5 miles)
Visit in spring and take a walk through the bluebell wood.
www.bonythonmanor.co.uk
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Godolphin House (4.2 miles)
A 15th Century Tudor house. Inside you’ll find displays of armour, weapons, old horse-drawn vehicles and maps.
www.godolphinhouse.com
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Kota Restaurant (2.2 miles)
Contemporary ways with seafood and a hint of ‘global fusion’ style.
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Poldhu Cove (4.8 miles)
Sand dunes to play in and level access from the car park make this a good choice for families with young children.
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Poldark Mine (3.0 miles)
Follow in the footsteps of 18th Century Cornish tin miners.
www.poldark-mine.co.uk
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Porthleven Angling Centre (2.2 miles)
Fishing trips from two to eight hours around the Lizard coast.
www.porthlevenanglingcentre.co.uk
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The Net Loft Gallery (2.2 miles)
Contemporary art, craft and sculpture to buy plus a programme of exhibitions throughout the year.
www.cornwall-art.co.uk
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Cornwall Crafts Association (4.4 miles)
A small gallery shop plus a large exhibition space are housed in this converted Georgian stable block.
www.cornwallcrafts.co.uk
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Mullion Golf Club (4.4 miles)
The most southerly golf club in England, a lovely links course.
www.mulliongolfclub.net
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New Yard Restaurant (4.4 miles)
90% of the ingredients used at this two AA Rosette restaurant come from within a ten mile radius.
www.trelowarren.co.uk
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Newton Equestrian and Leisure Centre (4.8 miles)
Take a canter along the beach or trek through the beautiful Lizard countryside.
www.newtonequestrian-leisurecentre.co.uk
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Middle Boswin Coarse Fishery (4.3 miles)
Open all year for carp, roach, tench and perch.
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Constantine Heritage Collection (4.7 miles)
All aspects of Constantine’s history are laid bare here.
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Salt Cellar Workshops (2.2 miles)
A unique collection of local craftsmen and artists working in one place. Look out for the driftwood sculptures and the stained glass.
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Creftow (.1 miles)
This artists’ co-operative shows work from around 15 local painters, sculptors and photographers in three galleries.
www.creftow.com
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Queen's Arms (2.6 miles)
Renowned for good home cooked food and excellent real ales.
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Poldhu Beach Cafe (4.6 miles)
Right on the sand, this cafe serves great pizza.
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The New Inn (2.5 miles)
The food and beer are always good and the locals are friendly. The menu is more restaurant than pub.
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Praa Sands (5.0 miles)
The village of Praa Sands revolves entirely around the wide swathe of sand that draws families here every summer. Facing south, the beach is said to benefit from the longest sunshine hours of any place in the country. Praa Sands is one of the few south coast bays to enjoy great, consistent waves and as such is a magnet for surfers. There’s also a 9-hole golf course and two good restaurants which specialise in local seafood.
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The Star Inn (4.3 miles)
Comfortable and welcoming with a small but very different and interesting menu. Home cooked delicious fresh food. Open daily with food available lunchtime and evenings Tuesday - Saturday and on Sunday lunchtime only. Advisable to book.
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