Nude Beaches and Naturist Places near Southampton
There are 9 clothing-optional places within 60 mi (96 km) of Southampton, United Kingdom: 6 nude beaches, 2 naturist campgrounds, 1 naturist park or area. 2 of them are officially designated or naturist-only. The sea is warmest in August.
Straight-line from the centre of Southampton. Use Directions on each place page for the driving route.
All 9 places, nearest first
Sort by warmest water or by distance from where you are now.
- 1Eastney Beach nude beach · Portsmouth18 mi (29 km) south-east of SouthamptonCustomarySea 18°C in August
- 2Rocken End Beach nude beach · Isle of Wight22 mi (36 km) south of SouthamptonClothing optionalSea 18°C in August
- 3Studland Naturist Beach nude beach · Dorset29 mi (47 km) south-west of SouthamptonClothing optionalSea 18°C in August
- 4Studland Summer Camp naturist campground · Dorset33 mi (52 km) south-west of SouthamptonOfficial
- 5Heritage Club naturist campground · Bracknell Forest41 mi (65 km) north-east of SouthamptonClothing optional
- 6Ringstead Bay naturist park or area · Dorset45 mi (72 km) south-west of SouthamptonCustomary
- 7Portslade nude beach · West Sussex52 mi (83 km) east of SouthamptonToleratedSea 17°C in August
- 8Duke's Mound Naturist Beach nude beach · Brighton and Hove57 mi (91 km) east of SouthamptonOfficialSea 17°C in August
- 9Parson's Pleasure nude beach · Oxfordshire60 mi (96 km) north of SouthamptonListed
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a nude beach near Southampton?
Yes. 6 clothing-optional beaches lie within 60 mi (96 km) of Southampton. The closest is Eastney Beach, about 18 mi (29 km) south-east of the city.
What is the closest naturist place to Southampton?
Eastney Beach, a nude beach about 18 mi (29 km) south-east of Southampton in a straight line. Its status: customarily clothing optional.
Are there official clothing-optional areas near Southampton?
Yes: Studland Summer Camp, Duke's Mound Naturist Beach are officially designated or naturist-only.
When is the sea warmest near Southampton?
In August, when the sea at these beaches averages about 17°C (63°F), based on NOAA OISST 1991–2020 means.
This list also covers Portsmouth, Gosport, Waterlooville, Bognor Regis, Eastleigh, Winchester, Havant, Salisbury.