A nudist beach will be opened at the posh seaside resort of Aldeburgh next summer, the Suffolk Gazette can reveal. The coastline opposite the historic Moot Hall will be roped off and become available exclusively for those brave enough to bare all despite the English weather. Naturists welcomed the liberal move, which was voted through by councillors in a rowdy meeting last night. But residents and rich London second-home owners were furious. Local vicar, The Rev Evan Elpuss was also upset, claiming public nudity was a sin and would only encourage promiscuity. However, it will be visible to anyone walking past, and to visitors on the normal beach on either side.
If you want to strip off completely, this is where you can go. For daily updates and all the latest breaking news direct to your inbox, sign up to our newsletter. Temperatures have soared to the 20s in Essex this week, with people dusting off their summer wardrobes to take advantage of the heat. Eager to top up their tans, locals have stripped down to their shorts, t-shirts and swimming costumes to bask in the glorious sunshine.
Seven nudist beaches within just an hour's drive of Essex
North of Lowesoft. Not the prettiest beach. Its 'official' status has been withdrawn, but its still used.
Police have been called to a former naturist beach in Suffolk following reports of inappropriate behaviour. Last year naturists lost a fight to keep Corton beach a designated naturist beach, however by-laws do not prohibit nude sun-bathing on the beach. Police said there had been reports of a man "deliberately exposing himself" and other obscene acts. Suffolk Police said action would be taken against anyone who caused harassment, alarm or distress.