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Beaches that have Tradionally been used by Naturists as well as Official Naturist Beaches

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  1. Directions  Follow A165, south from Bridlington Town centre for 2.5 miles to sign on left for Fraisthorpe Beach. Follow metalled single lane track to the beach. Parking is available at Auburn Farm, there is a charge to park - Fraisthorpe Beach car park For those of you with Satnavs, the postcode is YO15 3QU The traditional naturist stretch of Fraisthorpe Beach is to the south of Fraisthorpe Beach Car Park, so turn right as you walk on to the beach, from the car park and walked dow
    • Region: YR1
  2. Location and the Beach Cayton Bay (North end) known as Johnny Flintons Harbour. Beach Facilities Facilities are available at the Car Park. Directions Go south from Scarborough centre on A165 (Bridlington road) about 2 miles to sign for Cayton Village on the right. Continue for about 200m to Pay Car Park on the left. From the Car Park take the steep path down the cliff to the beach. On the beach turn left (North West) and walk to the far end of the beach, past the WW II '
    • Region: YR1
  3. Information   South Gare is an area of reclaimed land and breakwater on the southern side of the mouth of the  River Tees in Redcar, England.  South Gare and Coatham Sands are a site of special scientific interest. The dunes on the eastern flank are protected by three slag banks close to the breakwater, known as the 'German Charlies' that are partly exposed at low tide. The name was applied after a First World War incident involving a German ship that ran aground. On the inner side of
    • Region: YR1
  4. The Beach The UK's most popular naturist beach has official approval from the National Trust, which owns the bay. The naturist part of the long sandy beach is about 1km long and is well signposted. There is a useful map showing the location of the naturist area and access routes on the National Trust webpages for Studland: https://nt.global.ssl.fastly.net/binaries/content/assets/website/national/regions/dorset/places/studland-bay/pdf/studland-bay-map.pdf  You can get there by catching the chain
    • Region: SW2
  5. Location and the Beach An idyllic little beach. accessed by a steep pathway, with rocks, sand and shingle, and freshwater streams running down the cliff. Although technically an unofficial beach, the local council recognise, and accept it's status as a naturist haven. Directions From the car park at Combe Martin take the pathway towards Little Hangman. After passing a resting place, resembling a bus shelter, and through a gateway, when you can see the beach below,  bear off t
    • Region: SW2
  6. Do not use Sillery Sands as it is too dangerous! This entry in being retained in the directory to act as a warning. You might find reference to Sillery Sands in other Internet databases, or even a recommendation to use it. This entry is retained as a warning and to set the record straight. Report October 2015 of massive cliff falls onto the beach. Report March 2018 of further massive cliff falls onto the beach, plus the steps to the beach have been destroyed. May 2019 Steps have w
    • Region: SW2
  7. Location and the Beach Saunton Sands is a three mile long expanse of sandy beach facing due west and cut off to the south by the combined estuaries of the rivers Taw and Torridge. Behind the beach is a large area of sand dunes - Braunton Burrows - which are home to a golf course, a nature reserve and Ministry of Defence training areas ( marked "Danger Area" on O.S.maps). The last of these features are unlikely to be a problem at holiday times - but further information my be available from t
    • Region: SW2
  8. Direction: Off the SW Coastal Path, midway between Swanpool and Maenporth. From Swanpool Beach car park, turn right, cross the road and take the SWCP on the left. Follow path up slope for a few hundred metres, the is a Home Guard war memorial on the right and the track to the beach is 50 paces beyond that on the left. It's not much of a path and not marked,  gravel for the first bit but soon becomes mud. This winds down through vegetation for some way, just keep going till eventually get to beac
    • Region: SW2
  9. Location and the Beach Probably the most public naturist beach in Devon and certainly one of the easiest to reach. Backed by red sandstone cliffs, it is a beautiful setting. A very popular naturist beach, so if you want to avoid the crowds, walk further down the beach. The beach consists of large pebbles which bank steeply into the sea. These are not easy to walk on and uncomfortable, so good footwear and maybe some form of cushioning/air bed to lay on is a good idea. Very small pocket
    • Region: SW2
  10. Bow Beach or Vault Beach in Gorran Haven   Location The beach is located on the South Coast of Cornwall - about 20 km West of Falmouth. The closest village is Gorran Haven which is about 1km North of the beach Access and Parking The easiest access to the beach is from Gorran Haven where there is a public car park. From the village, head South on the Coast Path for around 1 km around Maenease Point. Where the Coast Path heads inland (and uphill!) follow a path to your l
    • Region: SW2
  11. Location and the Beach South of Christchurch and East of Southbourne Bournemouth The main car park can be found at 200 Broadway, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 4EL  Beach Facilities Large Pay and Display Car Park, Shop, cafe and toilets at the Visitor Centre. Hengistbury Head has become extremely busy over the past couple of years. It is very popular with walkers, as there is a large car park, cafe, nature reserve and visitor centre. The beach by the headland cliffs tradit
    • Region: SW2
  12. Check local area for details
    • Region: SW2
  13. Location and the Beach Sheltered sandy beach. Beach Facilities Toilets in the car park. Directions Large car park by the beach but is also used by visitors to Caerhays Castle. Last update: 03 May 20
    • Region: SW2
  14. Location and the Beach A mixture of shingle, small pebbles and rock pools. A spectacular and tranquil setting with a potential naturist part stretching a long way if you fancy a good walk, however, there is a small textile area in the middle where the coast path meets the beach. Due to the location it is never crowded, though seems to have a regular following. Directions There are two ways of approaching - the flat way with a long trek along the beach - park in Sidmouth, turn left
    • Region: SW2
  15. Sandy Beach. National Trust Car Park
    • Region: SW2
  16. Location and the Beach This is the best sandy beach available for naturist use in north Cornwall. Sandy beach and clear water, though surf can be heavy and rough. Steep sand dunes behind. Naturists use the far north end of the beach A delightful open beach but rather too dangerous for swimming as the sea is rough and there are rip tides. The lifeguards are at the southern end only. The northern end is also used by surfers (but the sea is rough and only suitable for really experienced s
    • Region: SW2
  17. Location and the Beach Petitor Beach is situated on the north side of Torquay, about 2 miles from the town centre, near St Marychurch. Mainly pebbles, with some sand and large rocks. Directions By Car Take the B3199 from Torquay town on the Babbacombe Road, which will take you to the St Marychurch area. When you have passed through St Marychurch turn RIGHT at the small island into Petitor Road and with Torquay Golf Club on your left, drive to the end of Petitor Road, where yo
    • Region: SW2
  18. Near the village of Porthmeor.
    • Region: SW2
  19. Rocky beach between St Ives and St Just on the South West Coast Path.
    • Region: SW2
  20. Polgaver Beach, Carlyon Bay The foreshore at Polgaver is still being used by some naturists pending redevelpoment of the area.
    • Region: SW2
  21. Location and the Beach The naturist part has grown over the years. A very accessible beach about 3/4 mile long and of golden fine shingle (or tiny pebbles). Backed by picturesque cliffs and fauna ablaze with colour in the spring. The beach has beautiful views up and down the coast. Directions By Car Travel south from Dartmouth on the picturesque A379 for 6.5 miles through the villages of Stoke Fleming and Strete, continuing down the long hill to sea level. At this point turn
    • Region: SW2
  22. One of the most popular naturist beaches in Cornwall. This beautiful cove nestles at the foot of a spectacular cliff. A golden bay with bright blue water awaits anyone who makes the tricky scramble down. Location The beach is located on the South coast in West Cornwall, between Penzance and Lands End. The closest villages are Porthcurno and Treen Access and Parking The beach can be accessed by walking in from either Treen or Porthcurno. If you’re coming by car, there is
    • Region: SW2
  23. Location and the Beach A lovely beach, great to run around, and in and out of the pools. Recognised by the locals as a naturist beach and due to the high cliff behind, not too overlooked from the top footpath. Directions From Bare Britain: drive south out of Crackington Haven (heading to Trevigue, which is signposted on the right as you leave Crackington Haven village). After a mile there is a National Trust parking space on the left, about 150 metres after passing the Trevigue 18
    • Region: SW2
  24. A remote and beautiful shingly beach on the Jurassic Coast east of Weymouth. Accessed off the A353, take the small turn to Upton (about 4 miles from Weymouth) and continue straight going past a right turn to Ringstead hamlet continue on for nearly a mile to a car park area high up above the cliffs (grid ref SY759823). This Car park charges £5 a day, but is supervised in summer so safer than the top unstaffed NT car park.  Directions from the Car Park - turn left after the toilets a
    • Region: SW2
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    • Region: SW2

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