Overview

• A visitor shared a photo of a naturist-area warning sign on Reddit and said he was disappointed not to encounter any naturists.
• The sign stated that simple public nudity is not illegal in England and Wales and was posted to prepare visitors for possible naturist activity.
• The notice included QR codes linking to legislation and guidance intended to inform the public about relevant rules.
• College of Policing guidance says naturism is protected expression, with criminal law engaging only for sexual offences or behavior likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress.
• Scottish practice treats nudity case by case, with potential offences including Breach of the Peace and provisions of the Sexual Offences (Scotland) Act, and commenters even asked whether nude sunbathing in Hyde Park would be lawful.