Inns and Taverns . Porthleven and Loe Bar. Helston was one of the ancient coinage towns where tin ingots were assayed and stamped to assess the duty to be paid to the Duke of Cornwall. The estates round this lake are part owned by The National Trust and there are delightful walks to be taken in this area. Helston Folk Museum stands behind the Guildhall and has an interesting collection ranging from Bronze Age artifacts to fire engines.
Admission is free and it is well worth a visit.
A charming feature of the town are it's Kennels. These are streams running down either side of Wendron Street, Church Street and Coinagehall Street. In earlier time these kept the gutters clean but today only add to the charm of Helston. The streets are lined with many interesting shops including a Cornish Book Shop specializing in all things Cornish including the Cornish Language. Local bakeries abound and the smell of fresh baked pasties tempt all who pass.