From Penzance it's one road: the A394 east, past the turning for Marazion, through Rosudgeon and Breage and into Helston. About 25 minutes later you're at Nails by Ellie Creed, 24 Coinagehall Street.
Two techs, Ellie and Cait. One client at a time. Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 3pm, booking only.
Penzance to Helston on the A394
It's 13.8 miles, about 24 minutes when the road's clear. Buses run between Penzance and Helston too; check the Transport for Cornwall timetable. Ellie recommends Tyacke Road car park: from there, a shortcut past the registry office on Coinage Ope leads straight onto Coinagehall Street.
What Penzance clients can book
Why Penzance clients come east
Penzance has its own salons, and some of them are lovely. Clients who drive over to Helston are usually after something specific: hand-painted nail art, a properly built set of extensions or BIAB that actually lasts until the next infill. Every appointment here is one to one with Ellie or Cait, prep is never rushed, and nothing leaves the salon until you love it.
The A394 makes it an easy run, and it's quieter than heading into Truro. Book a morning slot and you're home by lunchtime.
Long nails, gel toes and everything between
If you want length, hard gel extensions start at from £55 for a short full set, and acrylic is sculpted by Ellie. If you want your own nails, stronger, BIAB is the one. 'Pedicure penzance' searches are climbing fast, and our pedicure is £40: a soak at the pedi spa station with jets, The Gel Bottle system and gel colour on your toes.
Booking from Penzance
We're booking only, Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 3pm. Choose your treatment and your tech online. If it's your first appointment with Ellie and you're wearing another salon's product, add a removal to your set. Not sure which treatment is right? Book the closest and we'll look at your nails together at the start.
Real sets from the Helston salon
Coming from Penzance: FAQs
How do I get from Penzance to the salon?
Take the A394 east from Penzance through Rosudgeon and Breage into Helston. It's 13.8 miles, about 25 minutes. The salon is at 24 Coinagehall Street, Helston's main street.
What if I need to cancel?
50% deposit to book, non-refundable, comes off your bill. Cancelling on the day is charged at the full price. If something comes up, let us know as early as you can.
Do you do hard gel for long nails?
Yes. Hard gel extensions come in short and long: a full set is £60 with Ellie, £55 with Cait for short and £70 with Ellie, £65 with Cait for long.
Who will do my nails, Ellie or Cait?
You choose when you book. Ellie is the senior tech and her prices sit a little higher; Cait does every treatment except acrylic and is the one for gel polish and standalone removals.
