Helston, Cornwall, UK. 8th May 2013. Helston Flora day is held annually on the 8th May. It is an ancient festival that celebrates the end of winter and mark the new spring season. Shops and houses are decorated with floral displays. Dances are held throughout the day and couples dance for miles along the city streets in and out of shops and houses, accompanied by the town band. Once the big bass drum strikes at 7am the first dance commences. Childrens dance follows at 9:40am Credit: Bob Sharples / Alamy Live News
Flora Day in Helston Cornwall, school children all dress up to celebrate flora day and take part in the childrens dance
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