What started as a solution to a logistical problem has now become a brand-new launderette for one Helston woman. 

Gemma Wilkinson, 31 who has lived in Helston all of her life, is now the proud owner of The Bizzy Bee’s Laundry Services. The premises are based at Unit 2 Maytree Court (behind Helston’s Premier Inn).

The former St Michael’s School and Helston Community student admits to being both excited and nervous about this new venture which officially launched on September 29.

The launderette is based at Maytree Court behind the Premier Inn in Helston The launderette is based at Maytree Court behind the Premier Inn in Helston (Image: NQ staff) In addition, Gemma is also the co-owner of Bizzy Bee’s Cleaning Services, alongside her brother Jamie, and she also works in Helston Tesco.

The idea of a new launderette came after realising there was not enough space in her garage at home to wash and dry linen from holiday homes which she cleaned for.

“We have the cleaning business, and we wash, dry and fold all the linen which comes from them.

“But the garage at home was too small to wash, dry and fold all the linen.

“So, after searching on Rightmove, I found this place, and decided to go for it, and offer services for other businesses and people across Cornwall, as well as the holiday homes which we clean for.”

Gemma is no stranger to Helston Gemma is no stranger to Helston (Image: NQ staff)
Gemma explained to the Packet why she decided to set up the business outside of the town centre. She said: “I decided to come here so people can park for free outside, instead of having to pay for parking in the town centre.

“The car park is right outside, and there is also disabled parking, so customers with bags of washing won’t have far to go.”

(Image: Supplied) With her clientele increasing and running the business on her own, Gemma said that at some point in the future, she will look to start hiring people.

The Bizzy Bee’s Laundry Service in Helston is open between Monday and Thursday, 10am to 5pm. On Fridays and Saturdays, it will be appointment only, and on Sundays it will open from 12pm to 4pm.

The Bizzy Bee Laundry Service services include:

  • Linen hire
  • Duvet hire
  • Duvet and pillow cleaning
  • Iron only services
  • Holiday lets | B&Bs | Hotels
  • Separate washing machine for pet-related items
  • Same-day turnaround.

Gemma also offers a delivery and collection service.

More information on Bizzy Bee’s Laundry Services in Helston can be found on Facebook.