from Helston in Wendron (Cornwall) or Helstone in Lanteglos by Camelford (Cornwall). The place-names derive from Middle Cornish *hen-lys ‘ancient court ancient ruin’ (from hen ‘ancient disused’ + *lys ‘court ruin’) [...]
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What is the origin of the name Helston?
from Helston in Wendron (Cornwall) or Helstone in Lanteglos by Camelford (Cornwall). The place-names derive from Middle Cornish *hen-lys ‘ancient court ancient ruin’ (from hen ‘ancient disused’ + *lys ‘court ruin’) [...]