Mar 27 2024 10 mins 363
In 1980, the seaside town of Brighton opened a very unusual attraction.
It was the first British beach dedicated to nudists.
The opening followed a passionate battle between two local politicians and caused controversy among some locals.
In 2011, Madeleine Morris spoke to nudist enthusiasts and those who preferred to keep their clothes firmly on.
(Photo: Deckchairs on Brighton beach. Credit: Then and Now Images/Heritage Images/Getty Images)
