Helston is an attractive historic market town, nestling midway between Falmouth and Penzance. It is also well known for its variety of good quality restaurants and public houses which all contribute towards a bustling atmosphere, most especially on the famous Flora Day when the natives of Helston dance through the streets to celebrate the towns ancient history.

With a selection of Junior and Comprehensive schools having a good reputation and providing a wide range of facilities Helston combines education, leisure and convenience with open countryside and coastal walks.

The principal towns of Truro, Falmouth, Penzance, St. Ives, Camborne and Redruth are within a half an hours drive as are popular beaches, such as Church Cove, Porthleven, Praa Sands and Marazion.

Popular to the naturalist and walker, many people place the Penrose walks around the National Trust's Loe Pool as among the best in the West Country. At the mouth of the River Cober, it is the largest freshwater lake in Cornwall, providing birdwatchers and ramblers with a very pleasant 6 mile walk.

Sporting facilities on offer within the town include, swimming, tennis, squash, badminton, bowling, mini golf and the swallows gymnastic club.

The Coronation boating lake and children's play area is a popular place for the family. Flambards Victorian Village and Theme Park is on the outskirts of the town and regarded by many to be the West Country's premier family leisure attraction, catering for all tastes and ages. Other local attractions include the Cornish Seal Sanctuary, Poldark Mine and Goonhilly Earth Station.