Introduction
Welcome to our treasure hunt. Discover all our treasures!
Task
Are you up for the challenge?
Discover all our town's secrets and much more!
Process
Why was our region Cornwall once world famous?
What is the traditional pastry based Cornish food?
What does it have to made with and where?
What is Helston in Cornish, our local language?
Who is this famous boxer who was born in Helston?
Who is the Patron Saint of Cornwall and what is the Cornish Flag?
What is Flora Day?
When does it take place?
What is the traditional flower of Flora Day?
Where is the most southerly point in Cornwall and the UK?
What water sport is Cornwall known for?
Who is the monument at the end of Coinage Hall Street dedicated to?
What river passes through Helston?
We have a local theme park, Flambards.
What is the 'old' attraction?
Evaluation
Well how did you do? Have you unearthed our not so secret treasures?
Here are the answers:
1. Cornwall was world famous for tin mining.
2. A Cornish 'pasty' is a savoury pie made with beef, potatoes, onions, and swede. It has to be made in Cornwall.
3. Helston is 'Hellys' in Cornish.
4. The famous boxer is Bob Fitzsimmons who was born in Helston.
5. The patron saint of Cornwall is St Piran whose flag is a white cross on a black background 
6. Flora Day is the special festival for Helston. It welcomes the end of winter and the beginning of spring and takes place on the 8th of May.
7. The traditional flower is the 'lily of the valley', and has to be worn on the day.
8. The most southerly point in Cornwall, and indeed in the UK is The Lizard point.
9. Cornwall is famous for being a great place to go surfing - but you'll need a wetsuit!
10. The monument is named after a local solicitor, Humphry Millet Grylls who fought to keep a mine open and so saved a lot of local jobs (1200).
11. The river which passes through Helston is the Cober.
12. Flambards' 'old' attraction is a Victorian village.
Conclusion
Hopefully you feel that you know a lot more about our town and its surrounding area.
We can't wait to meet you.
Credits
Grateful thanks to years 7-9 for all their research!