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Helston tributes to stalwart
November 07, 2025
The Helston Band has paid its own tribute to the remarkable Russell Harvey after he finally retires from active banding service aged 91.
Helston honour for remarkable banding servant
November 15, 2024
Russell Harvey's 80 years of incredible commitment and dedication to Helston Band has been marked by a very special presentation — and a few pints...
Warm welcome for original Flower power
December 14, 2019
The Helston Band recently welcomed ex Brighouse Rastrick euph star Stephen Lord to their Cornish bandroom
Report & Result: 2018 West of England Regional Championships: Second Section
March 10, 2018
No substitute for experience as Helston returns to National Finals having brought a title winning lightness of touch in Torquay alongside fellow qualifiers Shrewton Silver.
Helston welcome new trio after record breaking Christmas
January 19, 2018
The Helston Band has welcomed three new signings as they look ahead to the 2018 season.
Wilkinson makes quick UK return
November 06, 2015
Dr Keith Wilkisnon will be making his third flight from the United States to the UK next week to take in the musical pleasures of Cornwall.
70 years of amazing service celebrated at Helston
September 05, 2014
A fantastic bandsman with a life long devotion to his band has enjoyed the plaudits at last...
Young cornet star claims classic prize
May 15, 2014
Helston Town's 15 year old principal cornet player claims prestigious classical music award.
Helston announce plenty of new signings
October 09, 2013
There has been a major influx of playing talent to the Helston Band in Cornwall.
Heslton opt for the principal of youth
October 03, 2013
14 year old Andy Wingham is the new principal cornet of Helston Town Band in Cornwall
Johnston takes helm at Helston
June 24, 2013
The vastly experienced Derek Johnston takes over at Helston Town.
Hitchens steps down from Helston
April 25, 2013
After a decade or more at the helm, John Hitchens steps down from the Helston Band.
Results: Helston Solo & Quartet
November 23, 2010
There was a fine turn out of banding talent in Cornwall at the Helston Solo & Quartet contest.
Stolen flugel
May 19, 2008
If someone is offering a flugel on the QT around Helston, then it may be stolen — or missing.
Helston sails into Championship
March 11, 2008
Helston Town Band have been celebrating their First Section victory in Torquay at the weekend and now look forward to life in the Championship Section.
