FLORA DAY, HELSTON

Helston Flora Day is a celebration of spring with a colour festival that involves the entire town. Decked out with bluebells, gorse and laurel leaves, dancing begins at 7 am. The day continues with children dancing down the streets at 10 am wearing flowers and white attire. The formal dance is at midday with the women wearing their beautiful ball gowns and hats. Expect many stalls full of local souvenirs, Cornish crafts and food, as well as a big fairground.

Location:
Located in West Cornwall. Helston is easily accessible from the Penzance and Truro-Falmouth areas via the A394 and from the Redruth area with the B3303.