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Is Eurekas above the law?

By *heonlyniceprincess OP Couple over a year ago

Kent

I cannot comprehend why a club would choose to reopen during this pandemic, when pubs bars restaurants gyms and alike are being told that they cannot open.

Is anyone familiar with any other clubs in uk that have taken the (wrong) action to reopen?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Well if they can't respect the rules I hope the majority of people don't bother going again they go under

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I cannot comprehend why a club would choose to reopen during this pandemic, when pubs bars restaurants gyms and alike are being told that they cannot open.

Is anyone familiar with any other clubs in uk that have taken the (wrong) action to reopen?"

How can they be allowed to re open??

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

East Sussex

Take a look at their Web site for more informed comment.

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By *heonlyniceprincess OP Couple over a year ago

Kent

"Take a look at their Web site for more informed comment. "

Lol, more informed? I have read their website

They say it’s free to enter but you can but food and drink, but can’t consume it on the premises...it’s farcical

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

East Sussex

"Take a look at their Web site for more informed comment.

Lol, more informed? I have read their website

They say it’s free to enter but you can but food and drink, but can’t consume it on the premises...it’s farcical "

Like the cafe down on the beach near here then. Take away food and drink and socially distant exercising is allowed.

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By *heonlyniceprincess OP Couple over a year ago

Kent

Nice to see a forum mod that is pro meeting with others, when the stance of fab admin is no covid19 meets

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I think there’s a distinction to be made between a club with a food business that they’re trying to use to add revenue in order to survive whilst maintaining social distancing and hygiene rules and allowing people to meet for sex.

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By *wisted999Man over a year ago

North Bucks

Is this no different to people sunning themselves in the park? Clothing aside.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

If you follow them on Twitter it appears they aren’t above the law... public apology and closed x

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By *wisted999Man over a year ago

North Bucks

"If you follow them on Twitter it appears they aren’t above the law... public apology and closed x"

Well that was over quickly then.

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By *wisted999Man over a year ago

North Bucks

Still opening just no food by the look of it.

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By *earts4DiamondsCouple over a year ago

Dartford

We visited over the weekend, all the sun beds are spread out with the 2 meter distance, they have safety Marshals ensuring social distancing is in place at all times, along with numerous signs reminding us. There is a one way system around the club. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 30 people at one time. The club had food which is now not allowed unless taking away, which we will do as they are not charging entry. So how they can be called greedy by some I really don’t know! There were more people in my local park not being monitored for distancing!!! I for one thank them for a safe environment for us naturists to be able to relax in the acres of open space they have especially now we know they have permission to do so

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

The crux of the problem has been poor communication by central government of what is and is not allowed IMO.

Clearer guidelines would have lifted us all out of confusion!

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By *earts4DiamondsCouple over a year ago

Dartford

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By *os19Man over a year ago

Edmonton

"
. If all that you say is correct and I have no reason to doubt you then the club are going a better job than the councils are doing with regards to social distancing in parks

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

East Sussex

"Nice to see a forum mod that is pro meeting with others, when the stance of fab admin is no covid19 meets

I haven't advocated meeting.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

If people aide by the social distancing rules it is a naturist club therefore it is no different than meeting friends at a park and maintaining the distance...

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By *icecouple561Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

East Sussex

Nobody has suggested meeting, only exercising.

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By *abioMan over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

as long as they are not charging for entry.... and not charging for membership.... then in theory the land is accessible to everyone and they can claim their private land is available to everyone so there it is public...

the other thing is where they can ask you to buy food and drink from them, if it is now "public" land... then you are well within your rights to take in your own food and drink if you want.....

as long as you are not eating or drinking... or doing anything within the actual indoor premises itself... this is how they found the loophole

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By *he weekend coupleCouple over a year ago

bromley

Yes has been opened up as somewhere to relax and exercise and being marshalled for the people that don’t understand the rules . Will be popping along ourselves as the distance is better than any park .

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

Free to enter and plenty of marshalls? Presumably the sun beds are being sanitized. How is all this being funded ?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Free to enter and plenty of marshalls? Presumably the sun beds are being sanitized. How is all this being funded ?"

According to there twitter feed they are open to members only and for exercise and I'm pretty sure we can all agree that sunbeds aren't required for exercises. As for funding, I don't think it takes a rocket scientist to figure that bit out lol

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By *earts4DiamondsCouple over a year ago

Dartford

I believe it’s volunteers and yes the beds were being sanitised when we were there

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By *DreamOfGenieWoman over a year ago

London

"Free to enter and plenty of marshalls? Presumably the sun beds are being sanitized. How is all this being funded ?

Sunbathing in the park isn't exercise either, yet that's now allowed under the new government guidelines. As is picnics. This is no different, and in fact social distancing sounds to be much better monitored and adhered to than in public parks.

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By *wisted999Man over a year ago

North Bucks

How very British to knock something like this.

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By *uietlykinkymeWoman over a year ago

kinky land

A safe space to chill & sunbathe.

Good on them

it's about time more positive news came out

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By *asIsaCouple over a year ago

harrow

"as long as they are not charging for entry.... and not charging for membership.... then in theory the land is accessible to everyone and they can claim their private land is available to everyone so there it is public...

the other thing is where they can ask you to buy food and drink from them, if it is now "public" land... then you are well within your rights to take in your own food and drink if you want.....

as long as you are not eating or drinking... or doing anything within the actual indoor premises itself... this is how they found the loophole "

It's for members only so it's not public ground!

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
Forum Mod

O o O oo

Do you mean a limit to 30 people in the grounds?

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By *ty31Man over a year ago

NW London

What's the problem? It's no different to going to a park or beach. The playrooms, pool, hot tubs and communal areas are closed so they're obviously discouraging people from sex.

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By *urekaPartiesCouple over a year ago

FAWKHAM

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By *illyjohnyCouple over a year ago

brighton

the other thing is where they can ask you to buy food and drink from them, if it is now "public" land... then you are well within your rights to take in your own food and drink if you want.....

as long as you are not eating or drinking... or doing anything within the actual indoor premises itself... this is how they found the loophole

It's for members only so it's not public ground!"

So most golf courses and tennis clubs are members only who have paid a membership.

Their club houses are closed apart from toilet facility's and takeaway refreshments to be consumed outside of any buildings.

Eureka are doing nothing different.

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By *onty1971Man over a year ago

London St Helier Trier

The plan in Holland IF things go the way it is planmed is for the Swinger Clubs to reopen from September.

At the same time they advise singles to have one sex buddy for the post lockdown phase. The choices some have to make!!!

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By *ownhouseTwosomeCouple over a year ago

Birkenhead/Liverpool

"The plan in Holland IF things go the way it is planmed is for the Swinger Clubs to reopen from September.

At the same time they advise singles to have one sex buddy for the post lockdown phase. The choices some have to make!!!"

The difference is in the numbers. The Netherlands are in a much better position to forward think about nightclubs, swingers clubs and large gatherings.

Netherlands

Total reported cases - 44141

Total deaths - 5694 (just 14 yesterday)

Total reported cases - 246406

Total deaths - 34796

We are not in a position to come to the same conclusions as the Netherlands.

However, I love their consideration of singles having a sex buddy hahaha The choices one has to make in 2020 lol

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By *arentsgonebadCouple over a year ago

sheffield

Probably the same reason as KFC Starbucks McDonald's and other company's have has reopened because their is no actual law saying they cant , so long as they ensure social distancing is been maintained and government guidelines are followed.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"The plan in Holland IF things go the way it is planmed is for the Swinger Clubs to reopen from September.

At the same time they advise singles to have one sex buddy for the post lockdown phase. The choices some have to make!!!

The difference is in the numbers. The Netherlands are in a much better position to forward think about nightclubs, swingers clubs and large gatherings.

Netherlands

Total reported cases - 44141

Total deaths - 5694 (just 14 yesterday)

Total reported cases - 246406

Total deaths - 34796

We are not in a position to come to the same conclusions as the Netherlands.

However, I love their consideration of singles having a sex buddy hahaha The choices one has to make in 2020 lol"
So holland reopening after having the highest death toll in Europe, and things are looking good we will soon follow.

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By *ownhouseTwosomeCouple over a year ago

Birkenhead/Liverpool

"The plan in Holland IF things go the way it is planmed is for the Swinger Clubs to reopen from September.

At the same time they advise singles to have one sex buddy for the post lockdown phase. The choices some have to make!!!

The difference is in the numbers. The Netherlands are in a much better position to forward think about nightclubs, swingers clubs and large gatherings.

Netherlands

Total reported cases - 44141

Total deaths - 5694 (just 14 yesterday)

Total reported cases - 246406

Total deaths - 34796

We are not in a position to come to the same conclusions as the Netherlands.

However, I love their consideration of singles having a sex buddy hahaha The choices one has to make in 2020 lolSo holland reopening after having the highest death toll in Europe, and things are looking good we will soon follow. "

No Holland has had a very low death toll!!!

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By *eachrunner1Man over a year ago

Farnham

Netherlands death toll is lower per head of population than the UK but could hardly be counted as 'low' overall.

Netherlands

Total reported cases - 44141

Total deaths - 5694

Population of the Netherlands = 17 million

Total reported cases - 246406

Total deaths - 34796

Population of the UK = 70 million

70\17 = 4.11 = How many times larger the UK pop is compared to Netherlands.

5694 x 4.11 = 23402

If the Netherlands had the same population as the UK, this would be their death toll.

Lower than ours by 11,394 deaths but still a lot of people.

In terms of deaths per 1000 of population globally, Netherlands ranks fifth with Belgium the highest and UK third.

The Netherlands are not exactly streets ahead of us in terms of their success in containing the virus. For that you have to look at S. Korea.

Incidentally, if anyone thinks that the US has been dealing with this poorly, they rank tenth, with a death rate of just under half that of the Netherlands.

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By *ankie303Woman over a year ago

Weirdsville South Coast Dorset

"I cannot comprehend why a club would choose to reopen during this pandemic, when pubs bars restaurants gyms and alike are being told that they cannot open.

Is anyone familiar with any other clubs in uk that have taken the (wrong) action to reopen?"

The club itself is NOT open, the grounds are. Just like parks, beaches etc are so what's so hard to comprehend? What's so wrong?

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By *isaAndNicoleTransTV/TS over a year ago

Southport / Ellesmere Port

"I cannot comprehend why a club would choose to reopen during this pandemic, when pubs bars restaurants gyms and alike are being told that they cannot open.

Is anyone familiar with any other clubs in uk that have taken the (wrong) action to reopen?

The club itself is NOT open, the grounds are. Just like parks, beaches etc are so what's so hard to comprehend? What's so wrong?"

People don't have sex in the parks etc

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By *DreamOfGenieWoman over a year ago

London

"I cannot comprehend why a club would choose to reopen during this pandemic, when pubs bars restaurants gyms and alike are being told that they cannot open.

Is anyone familiar with any other clubs in uk that have taken the (wrong) action to reopen?

The club itself is NOT open, the grounds are. Just like parks, beaches etc are so what's so hard to comprehend? What's so wrong?

People don't have sex in the parks etc "

Why assume people would be having sex at Eureka? It's primarily a naturist space during the day, and the the indoor play areas will be closed

Not everyone goes there to fuck, just being outside in the sunshine and in the buff is enough

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By *isaAndNicoleTransTV/TS over a year ago

Southport / Ellesmere Port

"I cannot comprehend why a club would choose to reopen during this pandemic, when pubs bars restaurants gyms and alike are being told that they cannot open.

Is anyone familiar with any other clubs in uk that have taken the (wrong) action to reopen?

The club itself is NOT open, the grounds are. Just like parks, beaches etc are so what's so hard to comprehend? What's so wrong?

People don't have sex in the parks etc

Why assume people would be having sex at Eureka? It's primarily a naturist space during the day, and the the indoor play areas will be closed

Not everyone goes there to fuck, just being outside in the sunshine and in the buff is enough

I've no idea. Never been there. I only said it to stir things up

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By *one_wolf.Man over a year ago

Chatham

Fair play to Eureka's and if they have been forced to close through public outcry then that's wrong, if all the steps listed in this thread are correct then I think Eureka's are decent for opening and giving a place to sunbathe and socialise WHILE maintaining the law

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By *orflondonerMan over a year ago

Wood Green

Closed again,from 4pm today. According to their website.

People informed the council apparently.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

According to there website eurekas are open just no food inside. If everyone follows the rules then there shouldn’t be any problems

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By *limarCouple over a year ago

SE London

"Closed again,from 4pm today. According to their website.

People informed the council apparently. "

So kind of them. Now that our week has been ruined we need something else to do with the holiday time we had booked for tomorrow. Somewhere we can sunbathe naked and have sex. Ideally without the perverts and a toilet nearby. Any suggestions?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I wonder - when the first “club” opens, with the no doubt grey in which swingers club operate (eg no government or local authority specific directive) what will be the first response ?

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By *.D.I.D.A.SMan over a year ago

London/Essex... ish... Romford to be exact

"I cannot comprehend why a club would choose to reopen during this pandemic, when pubs bars restaurants gyms and alike are being told that they cannot open.

Is anyone familiar with any other clubs in uk that have taken the (wrong) action to reopen?

The club itself is NOT open, the grounds are. Just like parks, beaches etc are so what's so hard to comprehend? What's so wrong?

People don't have sex in the parks etc "
Actually...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Fair play to Eureka's and if they have been forced to close through public outcry then that's wrong, if all the steps listed in this thread are correct then I think Eureka's are decent for opening and giving a place to sunbathe and socialise WHILE maintaining the law "

We were hoping to go next week. Eureka had put together and very detailed manual of do's and don'ts for people to follow.

Having followed the work they had put in, I think it's a shame that they have decided to close again.

From the details given by one of the owners, they were not actually forced to close, but instead took the decision themselves due to the lack of clarity from official channels.

This information is readily available via their Facebook page...

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By *asIsaCouple over a year ago

harrow

"Well done to Eurekas, sounds like they have managed to provide a safe environment for us all. Do not get why posts are being created, if you don’t like it don’t go? The OP even inboxed me to slag the place off, sad really "

Where under the government rulings etc does it say they are allowed to open? Fact is , paint it how you like, no private members club has been given permission to open except I believe 2 exceptions - golf and tennis clubs. All other clubs are prohibited from opening.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

It’s a field, you are allowed to sit in a field and have a picnic. The club isn’t open and neither is the pool. Or are you saying people shouldn’t sit in a field at all?

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

I believe bowling greens can open and also croquet.

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By *asIsaCouple over a year ago

harrow

It’s a field, you are allowed to sit in a field and have a picnic. The club isn’t open and neither is the pool. Or are you saying people shouldn’t sit in a field at all? "

It's a private members club - banned currently!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

So what's the problem if you agree go if you dare... if you object stay away, ffs common sense people!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Well looks like the moaners got their way, it’s now closed. Find something else to moan about

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I was at Eureka on Sunday. Lovely day and was good to see few friends and have a good catch up and laugh. We all kept social distance.

Most people including op don't understand that people like to go there just to sunbathe naked as is a naturist club first. Plus lots people go to swingers clubs for a good free non judgemental atmosphere and don't shag other people but again many folks don't understand that. Clearly not swingers.

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

"lots people go to swingers clubs for a good free non judgemental atmosphere and don't shag other people but again many folks don't understand that. Clearly not swingers."

I thought the definition of a swinger was that you shagged other people.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"lots people go to swingers clubs for a good free non judgemental atmosphere and don't shag other people but again many folks don't understand that. Clearly not swingers.

I thought the definition of a swinger was that you shagged other people. "

Socializing and to know people is important as well.

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By *arl17Man over a year ago

Central Portugal

"lots people go to swingers clubs for a good free non judgemental atmosphere and don't shag other people but again many folks don't understand that. Clearly not swingers.

I thought the definition of a swinger was that you shagged other people.

Socializing and to know people is important as well. "

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By *ove Bunnies2019Couple over a year ago

basingstoke

"lots people go to swingers clubs for a good free non judgemental atmosphere and don't shag other people but again many folks don't understand that. Clearly not swingers.

I thought the definition of a swinger was that you shagged other people.

Socializing and to know people is important as well. "

Some people just like to watch. X

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By *ove Bunnies2019Couple over a year ago

basingstoke

"lots people go to swingers clubs for a good free non judgemental atmosphere and don't shag other people but again many folks don't understand that. Clearly not swingers.

I thought the definition of a swinger was that you shagged other people.

Socializing and to know people is important as well.

Some people just like to watch. X"

And others like to put on a show for others. X

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

. If all that you say is correct and I have no reason to doubt you then the club are going a better job than the councils are doing with regards to social distancing in parks "

This is correct as friends of mine are members its for sunbathing and outdoor relaxation only

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By *nicornRhinoCouple over a year ago

Buckinghamshire

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By *carlettxWoman over a year ago

Essex

I think most people forget that Eureka is in fact primarily and always has been for the last 50+ years a Naturist club in the day

A naturist resort or nudist resort is an establishment that provides accommodation and other amenities for guests in a context where they are invited to practise naturism – that is, a lifestyle of non-sexual social nudity.

As they were only opening in the day and only it’s grounds there was never any intention or direction to promote swinging, sex or anything that involves flouting social distancing rules.

For anyone that has ever been there before they know there is 23 acres of beautiful grounds - far bigger than most parks which as we have all seen have been packed out since Boris eased restrictions

I for one felt sad to see that what was a nice gesture for members to exercise and relax has been thwarted by a busy body contacting the council to complain when in fact no rules were broken

From what I see the owners have decided to close again until the Government/Council can give full clarity on said rules as they do not want to upset or cause issues

I will continue to support them once they can re open and I urge any naturist / swinger to do so with all clubs otherwise this lifestyle will be no more

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By *carlettxWoman over a year ago

Essex

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

We plan to go at the wkend.

We think it great we can go to a safe marshaled area to sunbathe naked.

Remember social distancing is not the sole responsibility of the club.

We are all responsible for social distancing so if you go keep your self to your self and there shouldn't be a problem

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I wonder - when the first “club” opens, with the no doubt grey in which swingers club operate (eg no government or local authority specific directive) what will be the first response ? "

People will try their best to justify it and promise everyone that they will adhere to social distancing and won't fuck anyone other than their male partners

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By *he fab twoCouple over a year ago

brentwood

This country is full of sheep and every is so entitled now! Those who don’t agree with it should stay at home and keep opinions to there self

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By *oldswarriorMan over a year ago

Falkirk

The logic of some people on here is astonishing

There is no requirement to attend.

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By *OXO2018Couple over a year ago

Norfolk

We live near the seaside and it was awful at the weekend you couldn't move for people on the prom and beach there where lots motorbikes none of which fellowing government guidelines.

This club sounds well organised and a great way to support the club. We'd consider going if you was alond to play with your significant other.

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By *ty31Man over a year ago

NW London

"I think most people forget that Eureka is in fact primarily and always has been for the last 50+ years a Naturist club in the day

As they were only opening in the day and only it’s grounds there was never any intention or direction to promote swinging, sex or anything that involves flouting social distancing rules.

For anyone that has ever been there before they know there is 23 acres of beautiful grounds - far bigger than most parks which as we have all seen have been packed out since Boris eased restrictions

I for one felt sad to see that what was a nice gesture for members to exercise and relax has been thwarted by a busy body contacting the council to complain when in fact no rules were broken

From what I see the owners have decided to close again until the Government/Council can give full clarity on said rules as they do not want to upset or cause issues

I will continue to support them once they can re open and I urge any naturist / swinger to do so with all clubs otherwise this lifestyle will be no more

Totally agree

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I think there’s a distinction to be made between a club with a food business that they’re trying to use to add revenue in order to survive whilst maintaining social distancing and hygiene rules and allowing people to meet for sex."

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I think most people forget that Eureka is in fact primarily and always has been for the last 50+ years a Naturist club in the day

As they were only opening in the day and only it’s grounds there was never any intention or direction to promote swinging, sex or anything that involves flouting social distancing rules.

For anyone that has ever been there before they know there is 23 acres of beautiful grounds - far bigger than most parks which as we have all seen have been packed out since Boris eased restrictions

I for one felt sad to see that what was a nice gesture for members to exercise and relax has been thwarted by a busy body contacting the council to complain when in fact no rules were broken

From what I see the owners have decided to close again until the Government/Council can give full clarity on said rules as they do not want to upset or cause issues

I will continue to support them once they can re open and I urge any naturist / swinger to do so with all clubs otherwise this lifestyle will be no more

Don't you think you should be honest and admit your affiliation to the club in question?

Come to think of it has anyone else wondered why the Owner and or mangers of the venue have not made any comment on this thread. Well you'll be surprised to hear that they have they have read every word and commented often you just don't know it or at least can't see it. I think we can all agree that if the club was operating correctly and within the law that they would be open now. They closed yesterday because they broke the law and they were told to do so. The Twitter announcement was nothing more than spin.

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By *carlettxWoman over a year ago

Essex

"I think most people forget that Eureka is in fact primarily and always has been for the last 50+ years a Naturist club in the day

As they were only opening in the day and only it’s grounds there was never any intention or direction to promote swinging, sex or anything that involves flouting social distancing rules.

For anyone that has ever been there before they know there is 23 acres of beautiful grounds - far bigger than most parks which as we have all seen have been packed out since Boris eased restrictions

I for one felt sad to see that what was a nice gesture for members to exercise and relax has been thwarted by a busy body contacting the council to complain when in fact no rules were broken

From what I see the owners have decided to close again until the Government/Council can give full clarity on said rules as they do not want to upset or cause issues

I will continue to support them once they can re open and I urge any naturist / swinger to do so with all clubs otherwise this lifestyle will be no more

Don't you think you should be honest and admit your affiliation to the club in question?

Admit what affiliation ?

That I have been going to Eureka for 7 years ?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I think most people forget that Eureka is in fact primarily and always has been for the last 50+ years a Naturist club in the day

As they were only opening in the day and only it’s grounds there was never any intention or direction to promote swinging, sex or anything that involves flouting social distancing rules.

For anyone that has ever been there before they know there is 23 acres of beautiful grounds - far bigger than most parks which as we have all seen have been packed out since Boris eased restrictions

I for one felt sad to see that what was a nice gesture for members to exercise and relax has been thwarted by a busy body contacting the council to complain when in fact no rules were broken

From what I see the owners have decided to close again until the Government/Council can give full clarity on said rules as they do not want to upset or cause issues

I will continue to support them once they can re open and I urge any naturist / swinger to do so with all clubs otherwise this lifestyle will be no more

Don't you think you should be honest and admit your affiliation to the club in question?

In what way did they break the law.... and what makes you such an expert. The owners were trying to give us members somewhere safe and private to use in the legal appropriate manner as recommended by the government. They have offered to close until it is clarified what is allowed and what isn't. I will state quite proudly that we are affiliated with the club and am proud of the way the owners have carried themselves over this. They tried to do something nice....and have worked very hard with both the council and the police to offer the use of the grounds in both a legal and safe way. It is sad that some felt that there was more to this than there was.

If this club and it's people are not for you then don't come but don't try and spoil things for others simply because for whatever reason it's not for you !

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By *abioMan over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

"Probably the same reason as KFC Starbucks McDonald's and other company's have has reopened because their is no actual law saying they cant , so long as they ensure social distancing is been maintained and government guidelines are followed."

food outlets were always allowed to stay open.... they decided to shut volunterily to see if they could work safely under the new guidelines

Private members clubs all had to shut till told otherwise.... only major exceptions to that now are golf clubs and tennis clubs.....

why eurekas thought they could get away with this... or thought they had found a loophole is between them and the local council, but people were and are right to question it

so yeah i see the wagons circling from people who want to protect their club .... and yes i also know that owners of this club have made comments in this thread without making themselves know (yes a bit disengenious)

from the outside if i was a club owner and i saw another club being able to open, i would be asking the questions

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I think most people forget that Eureka is in fact primarily and always has been for the last 50+ years a Naturist club in the day

As they were only opening in the day and only it’s grounds there was never any intention or direction to promote swinging, sex or anything that involves flouting social distancing rules.

For anyone that has ever been there before they know there is 23 acres of beautiful grounds - far bigger than most parks which as we have all seen have been packed out since Boris eased restrictions

I for one felt sad to see that what was a nice gesture for members to exercise and relax has been thwarted by a busy body contacting the council to complain when in fact no rules were broken

From what I see the owners have decided to close again until the Government/Council can give full clarity on said rules as they do not want to upset or cause issues

I will continue to support them once they can re open and I urge any naturist / swinger to do so with all clubs otherwise this lifestyle will be no more

Don't you think you should be honest and admit your affiliation to the club in question?

Admit what affiliation ?

That I have been going to Eureka for 7 years ?

Come on it's a bit more than a simple case of attendance.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I think most people forget that Eureka is in fact primarily and always has been for the last 50+ years a Naturist club in the day

As they were only opening in the day and only it’s grounds there was never any intention or direction to promote swinging, sex or anything that involves flouting social distancing rules.

For anyone that has ever been there before they know there is 23 acres of beautiful grounds - far bigger than most parks which as we have all seen have been packed out since Boris eased restrictions

I for one felt sad to see that what was a nice gesture for members to exercise and relax has been thwarted by a busy body contacting the council to complain when in fact no rules were broken

From what I see the owners have decided to close again until the Government/Council can give full clarity on said rules as they do not want to upset or cause issues

I will continue to support them once they can re open and I urge any naturist / swinger to do so with all clubs otherwise this lifestyle will be no more

Don't you think you should be honest and admit your affiliation to the club in question?

If this club and it's people are not for you then don't come but don't try and spoil things for others simply because for whatever reason it's not for you !"

The government says that hospitality and that includes private member's clubs must, at this point in time, remain closed.

Are you really telling me that both the police and the council have gone against every other governmental department in England and allowed this venue to open. And do you honestly believe that the council agreed for a swingers club, you can call it naturist all day long but we all know the truth, to open at this point in time? Of course they didn't, any other answer is completely ridiculous. The only naturist locations that are currently open are the beaches. All other clubs be they swing or naturist are closed and that now includes Eureka. You might not like it but they rules are there for everyone's protection.