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Helston Folk Museum, now known as the Museum of Cornish Life, is a captivating destination nestled in the charming market town of Helston, Cornwall. This museum offers a unique glimpse into the rich social and industrial history of The Lizard Peninsula, showcasing artifacts from mining, fishing, and farming to domestic life from the 18th to the 20th centuries. Visitors can explore the museum's fascinating exhibits housed in a historic building originally designed as a Market House in 1837.
For those planning a stay, Helston offers a variety of accommodations in its quaint neighborhoods, providing easy access to the museum and other local attractions. The museum itself is a landmark, featuring a cannon from the HMS Anson wreck, adding to its historical allure. Managed by the South Kerrier Heritage Trust, the museum is a testament to community spirit, with much of its operation supported by dedicated volunteers.
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Hotel in Falmouth · 9.95 mi from centre
9.0
317 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Lerryn Hotel in Falmouth, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Castle Beach and Falmouth University. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Ocean Bowl and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from National Maritime Museum Cornwall.

Bed & breakfast in Carbis Bay, St Ives · 10.65 mi from centre
9.8
194 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at The Mustard Tree in St Ives, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of St Ives Harbour and Carbis Bay Beach. This bed & breakfast is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from St. Michael's Mount and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Porthminster Beach.

Hotel in Hayle · 8.57 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at Premier Inn Hayle in Hayle, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St. Michael's Mount and St Ives Harbour. This hotel is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Carbis Bay Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Upton Towans Beach.

Hotel in Falmouth · 9.78 mi from centre
9.2
935 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Greenbank Hotel in Falmouth, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Falriver Visitor Information Centre and Falmouth Art Gallery. This eco-certified hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from South West Coast Path Section 29 Trailhead and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Falmouth Aquarium.

Inn in Hayle · 8.61 mi from centre
8.0
130 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Hayle, The Cornubia Inn is within a 15-minute drive of St. Michael's Mount and St Ives Harbour. This inn is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Carbis Bay Beach and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from South West Coast Path Section 19 Trailhead.

Hotel in Helston · 10.02 mi from centre
8.8
117 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Housel Bay Hotel in Helston, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Housel Bay Beach. This beach hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Lizard Church Cove Beach and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Pentreath Beach.

Inn in Penzance · 7.35 mi from centre
9.4
47 reviews
With a stay at Crown Inn in Penzance, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Out of the Blue Gallery. This inn is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Carbis Bay Beach and 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from St Ives Harbour.

Inn in Helston · 9.01 mi from centre
8.6
128 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Three Tuns in Helston, you'll be steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a 2-minute drive from Godrevy Cove Beach. This inn is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Porthoustock Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Leggan Cove Beach.

Hotel in Falmouth · 7.83 mi from centre
8.2
44 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Falmouth, Penmorvah Manor Hotel is a 4-minute drive from Swanpool Beach and 6 minutes from Maenporth Beach. This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Glendurgan Garden and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Trebah Gardens.

Hotel in Helston · 9.41 mi from centre
9.4
55 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Bay Hotel in Helston, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Coverack Beach. This hotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Porthbeer Cove and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Godrevy Cove Beach.

Inn in Penzance · 11.40 mi from centre
9.6
157 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Dolphin Tavern in Penzance, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St Ives Harbour and Penzance Ferry Terminal. This inn is 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Carbis Bay Beach and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Minack Theatre.

Guesthouse in Falmouth · 9.70 mi from centre
9.2
318 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Rosemullion Hotel in Falmouth, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Falmouth University and 6 minutes by foot from Gyllyngvase Beach. This guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Discovery Quay and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from National Maritime Museum Cornwall.

Bed & breakfast in Truro · 10.14 mi from centre
9.4
96 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Truro, The Norway Inn is a 1-minute drive from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 5 minutes from Raze the Roof Indoor Play & Laser Tag. This bed & breakfast is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Enys Gardens and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Killiow Golf Club.

Bed & breakfast in St Ives · 11.16 mi from centre
9.6
17 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in St Ives, The Countryman is within a 15-minute drive of St Ives Harbour and Carbis Bay Beach. This bed & breakfast is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from St. Michael's Mount and 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Minack Theatre.

Bed & breakfast in Marazion · 9.26 mi from centre
9.8
59 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Chyreen@marazion in Marazion, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of St. Michael's Mount and Marazion Beach. This bed & breakfast is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Carbis Bay Beach and 8.7 mi (14 km) from St Ives Harbour.

Bed & breakfast in Penzance · 11.54 mi from centre
8.2
124 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Carnson House in Penzance, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St Ives Harbour and Wharfside Shopping Centre. This bed & breakfast is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Carbis Bay Beach and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Minack Theatre.

Hotel in Penzance · 11.54 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at Premier Inn Penzance in Penzance, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St Ives Harbour and Wharfside Shopping Centre. This hotel is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Carbis Bay Beach and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Minack Theatre.

Property in Falmouth · 8.04 mi from centre
9.6
123 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Trelawne Hotel in Falmouth, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 10 minutes by foot from Maenporth Beach. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bream Cove and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Aberfal Outdoor Pursuits.

Hotel in St Ives · 11.76 mi from centre
9.2
251 reviews
With a stay at Pedn Olva, you'll be centrally located in St Ives, a 1-minute drive from St Ives Harbour and 14 minutes from Carbis Bay Beach. This beach hotel is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from St. Michael's Mount and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St. Ives Theatre.

Bed & breakfast in Carbis Bay, St Ives · 10.92 mi from centre
8.0
4 reviews
With a stay at Coast Accommodation in St Ives, you'll be a 3-minute drive from St Ives Harbour and 6 minutes from Carbis Bay Beach. This bed & breakfast is 7.5 mi (12 km) from St. Michael's Mount and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Porthminster Beach.