'Stop Framing' Helston
2026-05-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-26 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
Six week creative media course
Create your own short animation with Tamara Rosenwyn (12+)
6pm-8pm Tuesdays from 21 April
This project is supported by FEAST, part of the Creative Kernow Group, with funding from Arts Council England, Cornwall County Council and South Kerrier Alliance CIC.
Book Here (FREE for Basement Members – join for FREE today on our homepage)
‘Stop Framing’ Helston
Learn to create your own stop-frame animation from scratch — all you need is your phone and your imagination.
What is stop-frame animation?
Stop-frame animation is the art of bringing still objects to life — frame by frame. It takes planning, creativity, patience, and a mix of skills from art, photography, video, music and storytelling. The result? A finished film that’s completely yours, ready to share with the world.
What you’ll get out of it
🎨 Creative skills — Art, storytelling, photography, music and video all woven into one project
📱 Tech skills — Use your own smartphone to shoot and produce your animation
🤝 Teamwork skills — Project planning, team-building, role delegation and time management
💚 Wellbeing — Build focus, self-expression and confidence through hands-on making
Your tutor
🎬 Tamara Rosenwyn — Animator & course leader
Tamara created her first stop-frame animation at age 17 and went on to win Runner Up at the Royal Television Society Awards (Student Category). She’s seen first-hand how animation builds confidence, creativity and real-world skills — and she can’t wait to pass that on.
What to bring
📱 Your smartphone (fully charged!)
♻️ Recycled materials for models and sets — get creative with what you have at home
✅ A commitment to attend all six sessions
Ready to make your first film?
Spaces are limited — book your place at before they go! 🚀
What do I need to know?

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 13-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?
We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space. You can still turn up on the day and, if we have room, you’ll be able to come in.

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on hello@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting hello@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

HN Collective Dance Academy
2026-05-13 16:45 - 20:00, 2026-05-20 16:45 - 20:00, 2026-05-27 16:45 - 20:00, 2026-06-03 16:45 - 20:00, 2026-06-10 16:45 - 20:00, 2026-06-17 16:45 - 20:00, 2026-06-24 16:45 - 20:00, 2026-07-01 16:45 - 20:00 | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
HN Collective is a vibrant new dance academy, dedicated to inspiring creativity & confidence.
Commencing 21st January 2026

Following the huge success of the December Taster Classes HN Collective will be taking over The Basement on Wednesday evenings for 3 fantastic street dance classes!

Each class will get your body moving, you’ll learn new choreography, put together movements and practice routines…all whist listening to fantastic music in a venue with club vibes!

School years:

Years 4-6: 4:45pm-5:45pm
Years 7-11: 6:00pm-6:45pm – this class is FREE!
Open house: 7:00-8:00pm – this class is for all ages! Who said street dance was just for the kids, whether you are 19 or 90 you’ll be welcome here.

For booking information please message Hannah HERE

What do I need to know?

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 11-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?
We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space.

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on hello@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting hello@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone who is attending know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

This is a Basement Partner Event and all queries relating to this event should be directed to the Event Organiser, HN Collective.

Roll the Dice - Games Night (13+)
2026-05-15 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-22 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-29 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-06-05 18:30 - 22:00 | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
New regular weekly event
Featuring tournaments and terrains
Fridays 6.30pm-10pm
Roll the Dice bring their tabletop sessions to The Basement in Helston! These sessions are perfect for anyone looking to play tabletop games with their friends in a warm and supportive environment. Open to players from 13+, all you need are your models and an opponent – we will provide the mats and terrain! £5 for non-Basement members, £3 for those with a membership.
Parents please note:
For any under 16s, we will be requiring written consent and safeguarding forms to be completed, outlining expected code of conduct during the sessions and for under 16s to be collected before 9pm.
For 16+ we will be requiring information on how they are leaving the sessions safely, if after 9pm.

What do I need to know?

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 13-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?
We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space. You can still turn up on the day and, if we have room, you’ll be able to come in.

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting Jonathan at jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

Bobo's Giant Seedling Trail
2026-05-23 09:00 - 2026-05-31 16:30 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Bobo’s Giant Seedling Trail
Trevow Helston & Cousin Jack’s
May Half Term
FREE EVENT
Something strange has happened — Bobo’s giant seedlings have escaped and are hiding all over Helston! Can you find them all?
Bobo, the loveable character from Caroline Pedler’s The Accidental Gardener, has been busy planting up his seedlings – but these aren’t ordinary seedlings.
Weird, wonderful, colourful and made from all sorts of materials by members of the community, the giant seedlings have popped up in shops and venues right across town.
Your mission: find them all, complete your trail, then head to Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park to claim your prize!
Running throughout May half term, this free family trail is the perfect excuse to explore Helston’s shops and streets with your family before heading to Coronation Park.
Pick up a trail from anywhere in town displaying a seedling – don’t worry, you’ll spot them.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free, self-guided trail. No booking required.
The trail runs across Helston town centre, not just the park.
Pick up a trail from Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park or from participating shops and venues across town.
Prizes can be claimed at Lakeside Cafe in Coronation Park.
Also happening during May half term: Story Quest Day at Coronation Park (Friday 30th May) — a creative outdoor adventure where stories come to life across the park, rounding off a week-long celebration of words and stories in Helston.

What do I need to know?

The trail finishes at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA, but takes place across town.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The trail runs in all weather – so bring a coat on wet days!
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Manga Drawing Workshop - What 'are your' Three Words?
2026-05-28 13:00 - 15:00 | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
With artist Keith Sparrow
Supported by Trevow Helston and The Writers Block (11+)
1pm-3pm Thursday 28 May
Book Here (FREE)
Join manga artist and writer Keith Sparrow for a fun and creative manga drawing workshop for children. Young artists will learn how to design their own exciting manga characters with step-by-step guidance, using pencil and colour.
Keith is the author of several books about drawing manga and loves inspiring children to tell stories through art. His latest book, Cornwall’s Fantastic 5!, shares the amazing stories of five of Cornwall’s most famous people and achievements.
In this interactive session, children will discover simple techniques for drawing expressive faces, action poses and unique characters, while building confidence in their creativity. Keith has been drawing and collecting comics since childhood and now runs popular manga workshops across Cornwall.

Perfect for young fans of manga and comics—no experience needed, just bring your imagination!

What(areyour)3Words is a Trevow Helston & Writers’ Block community project taking place across Helston in May half term. Utilising the concept of What3Words as a unique location device and turning it into a method of story generation and collection.

Forget the algorithm. Make something with your hands!

What do I need to know?

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 13-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?
We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space. You can still turn up on the day and, if we have room, you’ll be able to come in.

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting Jonathan at jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

Zine Making Workshop - What 'are your' Three Words?
2026-05-29 13:00 - 15:30 | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
With artist Karen Howse
Supported by Trevow Helston and The Writers Block (11+)
1pm-3.30pm Friday 29 May
Book Here (FREE)
Ever wanted to make your own mini magazine? In this hands-on workshop, artist Karen Howse will show you how to create a zine — a DIY publication you design yourself, from scratch, in an afternoon.
Cut, stick, stamp, draw, collage, and even type on a real typewriter. No experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to make a mess.
As part of What(areyour)3Words, you’ll also explore the art of erasure poetry — hunting through existing text to find hidden words and stories. What three words will you uncover today?
Perfect for ages 11+
What(areyour)3Words is a Trevow Helston & Writers’ Block community project taking place across Helston in May half term. Utilising the concept of What3Words as a unique location device and turning it into a method of story generation and collection.

Forget the algorithm. Make something with your hands!

What do I need to know?

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 13-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?
We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space. You can still turn up on the day and, if we have room, you’ll be able to come in.

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting Jonathan at jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

Story Quest Day
2026-05-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Story Quest Day
Trevow Helston & The Writers’ Block
Saturday 30th May
FREE EVENT
From coats with too many pockets, to weird and wonderful objects, to a cast of unexpected characters, Story Quest Day is a creative outdoor adventure where stories come to life across the park. Solve the riddles to find hidden objects, create pocket stories, invent your own wild and wacky character and be entertained by the fabulous Story Republic!
Story Quest Day is the grand finale of The Story Lab – a week-long celebration of words and stories that transforms Helston into a living literary adventure across the May half term. Throughout the week, Trevow Helston teams up with Cornwall’s writing centre, The Writers’ Block, to bring workshops, events and drop-in sessions to venues all over town — from memoir writing and manga workshops to poetry, zine-making, an open mic speakeasy and The Story Lab at Trevow Chapel, where you can become a Story Inventor and create your own characters and stories.
Story Quest Day brings the adventure outdoors and into Coronation Park for a creative family day to round off the week.
Perfect for curious minds, budding writers and anyone who loves a good tale.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the park.
Also running during May half term: Bobo’s Giant Seedling Trail (23rd–31st May) — hunt down Bobo’s escaped giant seedlings across town and claim your prize at the park café!

What do I need to know?

This event takes place across Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Jump Jive with Company B
2026-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Jump Jive with Company B
Live Concert
Friday 5th June | 7pm
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Get ready to swing! Cornwall’s own Company B bring their electrifying 1940s-inspired sound to Coronation Park for a summer evening of live music by the lake.
This rowdy seven-piece jump jive band have been setting stages alight across the South West for over 14 years – and their reputation as one of the most entertaining live acts in Cornwall is well deserved. Expect a rock-solid rhythm section, a blasting horn lineup, and dynamic vocals that veer from rowdy chant to silky tight harmonies. They play the classics from Louis Prima and Louis Jordan alongside their own tongue-in-cheek originals, creating a hot atmosphere which is surprisingly cool to all ages.
Whether you’re a die-hard swing fan or just love a good party, this is a toe-tapping, hip-shaking, feel-good night out in the park.
Bring a picnic, grab a drink, and dance the evening away under the Cornish sky.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a ticketed event that requires pre-booking.
Bring your own chairs and/or blankets.

Flexible Ticket Prices
The South Kerrier Alliance CIC own and run Coronation Park for the “benefit of the residents of Helston and The Lizard” and we want everyone to be able to enjoy our events. To try and make our events as accessible as possible, we are offering various ticket prices for this event and a free ticket draw. Please book the ticket that reflects what you can afford right now. You won’t be asked any questions and your ticket options won’t be shared with anyone.

£19 Supporter Ticket
This ticket includes a donation to support South Kerrier Alliance CIC’s work.

£14 Just a Ticket
This ticket covers our core costs of the event.

£10 Helping You Ticket
If you can only afford this ticket right now, that’s not a problem.

£5 Under 16 Ticket

£0 Event Ticket Draw
If you cannot afford a ticket right now please enter our free ticket draw here. We will give away as many tickets as we are able to and we will inform you if you have won tickets a minimum of three days before the event.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
A licensed bar will be selling alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as snacks.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green and at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted at events.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.
Tickets are non-refundable.

Helston Farmers' Market
2026-06-06 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-07-04 09:30 - 12:30 | Old Cattle Market, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0SR, United Kingdom
At the heart of food and farming since 2008!
Helston Farmers Market is a much-loved date in the community calendar — and it’s easy to see why!
Located at the Old Cattle Market, right beside Coronation Park, the Market brings together the very best local produce — direct from farmers, growers, and artisan makers across the region.
Join us on the first Saturday from 9:30am to 12:30pm.
Stock up on fresh seasonal produce

ParkingSmall pay & display car park at Coronation Park (proceeds support the park). Larger car park at Castle Green. Free parking nearby at Fairground car park.

Other FAQsEvents may be filmed/photographed and used by South Kerrier Alliance CIC or partners for promotion/evaluation. Attendees are responsible for informing their group.

Hello Beach
2026-06-06 14:30 - 15:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Hello Beach
Jasmine Cole Productions
Saturday 6th June | 2.30pm
FREE EVENT
Say hello to the beach! This magical interactive show from Jasmine Cole Productions is specially designed for babies and toddlers aged 0–2 years. Using puppetry, singing and sensory play, Hello Beach creates a wonderfully calm and captivating experience for the very youngest audience members.
From the same Cornwall-based company behind the acclaimed Hello Birds, this gentle sensory show uses sound, colour, texture and small puppets to bring the seaside to life. Little ones can explore, touch, listen and join in – a beautiful first introduction to live performance.
Perfect for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups. Just turn up and get ready to say hello to the beach!
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Designed for children aged 0–2 years and their grown-ups.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
The show is gentle and sensory-friendly.
Approximate running time: 30 minutes.
We kindly ask that the ratio between adults and infants is 1:1.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Helston Sing Choir
2026-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Helston Sing Choir
Live Concert
Wednesday 10th June | 7pm
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Helston’s community choir takes to the lakeside for a feel-good summer evening concert! Sing Choir – Cornwall’s largest independent community choir – brings together voices from across the community for an uplifting performance by the water.
With a repertoire spanning contemporary pop and rock all the way back to 60s classics and everything in between, all performed with live accompaniment, this is a concert guaranteed to get you smiling, swaying and singing along.
The Helston branch of Sing Choir is part of a vibrant singing community with over 170 members across Falmouth, Helston and Truro – and this lakeside concert is a chance to hear them in full voice.
Bring a blanket, pack a picnic, and settle in for a lovely evening of live music in the park.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a ticketed event that requires pre-booking.
Bring your own chairs and/or blankets.

Flexible Ticket Prices
The South Kerrier Alliance CIC own and run Coronation Park for the “benefit of the residents of Helston and The Lizard” and we want everyone to be able to enjoy our events. To try and make our events as accessible as possible, we are offering various ticket prices for this event and a free ticket draw. Please book the ticket that reflects what you can afford right now. You won’t be asked any questions and your ticket options won’t be shared with anyone.

£14 Supporter Ticket
This ticket includes a donation to support South Kerrier Alliance CIC’s work.

£10 Just a Ticket
This ticket covers our core costs of the event.

£8 Helping You Ticket
If you can only afford this ticket right now, that’s not a problem.

£5 Under 16 Ticket

£0 Event Ticket Draw
If you cannot afford a ticket right now please enter our free ticket draw here. We will give away as many tickets as we are able to and we will inform you if you have won tickets a minimum of three days before the event.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
A licensed bar will be selling alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks as well as snacks.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted at events.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.
Tickets are non-refundable.

Squashbox: Curious Creatures
2026-06-13 14:30 - 15:30 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Squashbox: Curious Creatures
Supported by Lakeside Cafe
Saturday 13th June | 2.30pm
FREE EVENT
Welcome to the Curious Creatures wildlife park! World-renowned explorer Jeremiah Johnson has handed the running of his animal collection over to his inexperienced nephew Craig… and things don’t quite go as planned.
Expect performing fleas, skateboarding snails, gymnastic gerbils, irritable alligators, over-excited elephants, and a very intelligent orang-utan – all brought to life through Craig Johnson’s brilliant puppetry, storytelling, comedy and live music. You’ll learn amazing facts about how animals evolved and how their adaptations help them survive in the wild. After all, we’re all related if you go back far enough!
Squashbox Theatre’s shows are a much-loved fixture of the Coronation Park summer programme. A former member of Cornwall’s renowned Kneehigh Theatre, Craig combines natural history, slapstick and a gently subversive sense of humour that delights adults just as much as children. Don’t miss one of Cornwall’s finest one-man puppet shows!
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for children aged 5+ and their families.
Bring your own chairs and/or blankets.
Approximate running time: 50 minutes.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairgrond car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Your Story, Your Art - Exhibition
2026-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | The Basement, Helston Gateway, The Parade, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 8RT, United Kingdom
Final Exhibition
Out of The Box Arts presents the work by the young people attending ‘Your Story, Your Art’
6pm-8pm Saturday 13 June
More details coming soon…

What do I need to know?

Who is The Basement for?
The Basement isn’t just another youth centre – it’s the space you asked for, designed by you, built for you. The space is primarily for 13-18 year olds. Your basement. Your rules. Your future starts here.

I need dropping off in a car. Where?
The Basement is in Trengrouse Way pay and display car park.

Do I have to book?
We have a limited capacity and booking means we can guarantee you a space. You can still turn up on the day and, if we have room, you’ll be able to come in.

What is access like?
We have level, step-free access from the car park into the building as well as accessible toilets. If you have additional access needs please contact us on jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk or drop in.

Where is The Basement?
We are in the basement of Helston Gateway (the former Budgens supermarket building) next to The Parade and in Trengrouse Way car park.

Where can I find out more about The Basement?
On our website at www.lovehelston.co.uk or by contacting Jonathan at jonathan@lovehelston.co.uk

Will you be taking photos and video?
We often take photos so let everyone you’re booking tickets for know this. These photos, films and recordings may be used at any time in print and online for evaluation, promotion or in connection with other projects. If you would prefer to not be in photos please let staff at The Basement know.

Helston Picnic Pride
2026-06-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Helston Picnic Pride
Helston Town Council in partnership with South Kerrier Alliance
Saturday 20th June | from 12pm
FREE EVENT
Helston Picnic Pride is back for 2026! Organised by Helston Town Council, this free afternoon at Coronation Park celebrates our local LGBTQIA+ community with live music, free crafting, local acts and support groups.
Everyone is invited.
This is Helston Town Council’s annual celebration of pride, community and togetherness – a day for everyone to come together and show that Helston is a place where everyone is welcome.
Bring a picnic, grab a coffee from Lakeside Cafe, and enjoy an afternoon of music, creativity and connection by the lake.
Whether you’re part of the LGBTQIA+ community, an ally, or just looking for a lovely afternoon in the park with your family, Helston Picnic Pride is for you.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages. Everyone is welcome.
This is a free event organised by Helston Town Council. No booking required — just turn up!
Free crafting activities available.
Support groups and community organisations will be present.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Helston Water Carnival
2026-07-11 12:00 - 16:30 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Helston Water Carnival
South Kerrier Alliance
Saturday 11th July (wet weather backup Sunday 12th July)
FREE EVENT
Ahoy, water warriors and fun-seeking families! Round up your crew and zoom down to Helston’s Water Carnival this summer – it’s back and bigger than ever!
We’re back for the third year with a floating float parade, mini sailing boat race and a “Need for Speed” peddled float race! #LoveHelston
Timings:
12-2pm workshop
2pm little boat race
1.30pm judging
2.30pm mini boat race finishes
3pm Juding announcements
3.30pm Grand Parade
4pm Race
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages. Spectators welcome!
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Wet weather backup date: Sunday 12th July.
Details on how to enter a float will be announced closer to the event.

What do I need to know?

This event takes place around the Boating Lake at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Play It Again!
2026-07-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Play It Again!
One Blue Eye
Saturday 18th July | 11am–3pm
FREE EVENT – part of Playful Park
This summer, Coronation Park is getting seriously colourful, but before Playful Park launches on 26th July, there’s work to do – and this is where you come in.
Play It Again is a hands-on creative session with Helston’s own One Blue Eye – the brilliant recycled plastic workshop based right here in town, led by maker Matt Nott. Together, we’ll transform waste plastic into game-playing pieces for the new floor mural. These are the pieces that families will pick up and play with all summer – and you’ll have helped make them.
This isn’t just a workshop. It’s about rolling up your sleeves, getting creative, and playing your part in getting Coronation Park ready for its most colourful summer yet. Whether you’re five or fifty-five, come along, get stuck in, and know that when you see families playing on that mural in August, you helped make it happen.
Part of the build-up to the Playful Park launch on 26th July.
What is Playful Park?
Playful Park our 2026 project transforming Coronation Park into a vibrant destination for family fun all summer long. At its heart is a spectacular giant painted floor mural designed by local artist Lisa Curtis – packed with games for all ages, free to play and here to stay as a permanent new addition to the park.
Alongside the mural, there’s an interactive running track, community bunting-making, the Big Scribble (where you get to draw all over the paths!), a two-day games expo, busking from local young musicians, Play in a Day with the Minack, roaming Commedia dell’arte, Wake the Giant, a family sports day and much more running right through the summer holidays.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just drop in!
All materials provided.

What do I need to know?

This event takes place across Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
The event will go ahead in all but the most extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.

Lilo & Stitch: Open-Air Cinema
2026-07-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Coronation Park, Porthleven Rd, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0RA, United Kingdom
Lilo & Stitch: Open-Air Cinema
South Kerrier Alliance
Friday 24th July | 2pm
FREE EVENT
School’s out — summer’s here! Kick off the holidays with a free outdoor screening of Disney’s heartwarming live-action hit Lilo & Stitch at Coronation Park.
Grab the kids, pack a picnic (or treat yourself to something from Lakeside Cafe), spread out your blankets by the lake and enjoy a feel-good family film on the big screen in the great outdoors. This is one of four free open-air cinema screenings this summer, brought to you by the South Kerrier Alliance — completely free for the whole community.
This film is rated PG.
Support free events at Coronation Park
This year, over 60% of our events at Coronation Park are completely free. We do this because we believe that everyone in Helston and on The Lizard deserves access to brilliant events — regardless of what’s in their pocket. The South Kerrier Alliance CIC is a not-for-profit organisation and we don’t receive any regular public funding. Every free event we put on is only possible because of the support of people like you. If days like this matter to you and your community, please consider making a donation here.
Event-Specific Information

Suitable for all ages.
This is a free event. No booking required — just turn up!
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.

What do I need to know?

This open-air event takes place in Events Square, directly outside Lakeside Cafe at Coronation Park, Helston, TR13 0RA.
Please bring your own chairs and/or blankets. Seating is not provided.
Lakeside Cafe will be open serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, cakes and a range of family-friendly meals.
Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please dress for the Cornish weather and bring a coat. Please don’t bring umbrellas as they block the view for other audience members.
There is a small pay and display car park at Coronation Park — all proceeds support the running of the park. There is a larger pay and display car park at Castle Green. Free parking is available at the nearby Fairground car park.
There is level access to Coronation Park and Events Square. If you have any additional access needs that you’d like to discuss with us, please email Guy at guy@lovehelston.co.uk.
There are accessible toilets at the rear of Lakeside Cafe.
Events may be filmed or photographed and the material may be used by the South Kerrier Alliance CIC and its partner companies/organisations for evaluation, promotion or other projects. Please make sure everyone in your party is aware of this.
