There’s something exciting about meeting up with a guy in a public place for some casual fun, and London’s Hampstead Heath is the place to go. Why? Guys have been hooking up there since the 19th century, long before homosexuality was legal. It’s still immensely popular and for good reason.
Here’s all you need to know about Hampstead Heath:
Where the Action Is
Hampstead Heath is a vast area, spanning almost 800 acres. Naturally, not all of the park is used for cruising, so you need to know where to go. The main cruising area is known as West Heath, and it’s in a small corner at the southwest section of the park, around 30 acres. To get there, get off at Hampstead Underground Station on the Mildmay Line. Exit the station, then head north along Heath Street (A502) and look for the artificial white stone pond. You’ll then see the historic Jack Straw’s Castle. The cruising zone begins behind the castle and then extends into the dense woodland to the west.
The other notable area is to the east of the park, where the Highgate Men’s Bathing Pond is. This is a men-only exclusive area, and next to the pond, especially in Summer when the temps are around 25°C, you’ll see some of London’s sexiest guys sunbathing in their skimpiest Speedos. Behind the pools is a small cruising area where you can swap numbers with someone you fancy and meet up later.
When to Go
The best time to go to Hampstead Heath is when you’re horny as guys are there all day. If you’re in a hurry and need to get some quick action, get there just before sunset. Hampstead Heath doesn’t have a crowd; every type of guy can be found there. Rumour has it that certain celebrities like to hang out there.
A Dedicated Safe Space
You may be surprised to know that it’s a registered ‘safe space.’ The area is officially recognized by police as a public sex environment, so it remains an excellent hub for cruising without fear of being arrested.
So that you know, some supposed do-gooder dog walkers are attempting to “reclaim” part of the cruising area for their own needs, and some campaigners have placed signs discouraging cruising. Gay rights activists are on our side and are doing as much as they can to fight this issue.
