People will be stripping off for a naked walk next month.
British Naturism has organised a Naked Heart Walk to raise money for the British Heart Foundation.
It will go ahead on June 15 from 6pm until 8.30pm around the grounds at Leonardslee Gardens in Horsham.
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Those taking part will be given a map of the site showing a variety of paths that they can walk along.
Most will walk the circular route around the string of lakes.
While most walkers will be naked, there is an option to wear clothing during the event, which is one of six naked walks being held around the country.
British Naturism said the walks can boost wellbeing and reduce stress.
According to an Ipsos poll commissioned by British Naturism in 2022, almost seven million Britons describe themselves as naturists or nudists.
More information, including tickets which start at around £16, can be found at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leonardslee-gardens-naked-heart-walk-tickets-875454827957.
Andrew Welch, spokesman for British Naturism, said: "Taboos around nudity are eroding and the health and wellbeing benefits of going naked are more widely understood, with more and more people wanting to get the exhilarating feelings for themselves.
"We encourage anyone to come and give it a go - and raise much-needed funds for our charity partner, British Heart Foundation."
Ben Bishop, British Heart Foundation fundraising manager, said: "There are lots of ways to support the BHF and, thanks to British Naturism, these now include taking your clothes off and enjoying the great outdoors.
"We hope that thousands of people will join one of the many walks being held around the country.
"In doing so, they’ll be helping us fund scientists to discover the new treatments and cures that can save and improve lives."
Admission varies from just over £16 to just over £38 depending on how much people want to donate.
Walkers can also raise money for the British Heart Foundation through family and friend donations.
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