Blackthorns Sun Club
Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire, England
A woodland naturist club near Bedford with a heated outdoor pool, sauna and sociable clubhouse. Sunbathing lawns and games courts sit in secluded grounds maintained by the members themselves.
Nudity policy
Naturist pool; first visits gradual
Adults must not wear swimwear in the pool. Nudity is expected when temperatures permit, but first-time visitors can settle in at their own pace.
Children under 16 may wear swimwear. Cover for kitchen/food preparation; some formal social events are clothed.
Facilities
- Sauna: Sauna on site.
- Pool: Heated outdoor swimming pool, Easter–October.
- Showers: Hot showers in the clubhouse block; a charge applies.
- Parking: Secluded parking places amongst the trees.
A weekend kiosk sells drinks and snacks; communal kitchen and barbecue facilities are also provided. Sauna and pool availability should be checked with the host.
Access & visiting
Prospective members may arrange a paid introductory day, tour and further visits before joining. Casual arrivals are prohibited; bring two forms of identification as requested.
Age & supervision
Children of any age are admitted and are not forced to undress. Under-16s may wear swimwear in the pool; parents remain responsible for their child at all times.
Age policy sourceWhen to go
Members use the club year-round; outdoor pool normally Easter–October.
Directions & Parking
Getting there
From Bedford follow the A6 north through Milton Ernest, past Sharnbrook, then turn right for Riseley and Sporting Targets onto Riseley Road. Continue to the entrance marked by white-painted blocks on the right.
Parking
Pull in at the agreed time and wait to meet the host at the gate. The official FAQ confirms secluded parking amongst trees.
Finding the naturist area
After admission, your host shows the clubhouse, pool lawn and sauna. The operator’s what3words entrance reference is invent.notched.renewals.
Where naturism applies
Naturist use is within the private club; the pool has specific clothing rules and kitchen work requires covering.
- Do not arrive unannounced.
- Bring two forms of ID and a towel for seating.
- The postcode pin is approximate; use the official white-block gate description.
Access guidance checked 2026-11-10. Follow current signs and any instructions from the venue or land manager.
Sources & last check
Location, facilities and nudity policy checked against these sources on . This is a desk check, not an on-site inspection.
- Blackthorns — Facilities
- Blackthorns — Membership and introductory visits
- Blackthorns — Nudity and parking FAQ
- Blackthorns — Entrance directions
- Club-organised BN listing — Public postcode
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