Pedn Vounder beach in Cornwall has been closed to the public following a tragic incident, with local authorities citing safety concerns. The beach, known for its natural beauty and popularity among naturists, has been the scene of recent disturbances involving social media influencers.
In recent weeks, vloggers have been filmed flying drones over the nudist beach and making inappropriate comments, prompting outrage from locals. One video showed a man chanting crude remarks while walking along the sand, while another captured a two-man crew ignoring requests to stop filming and later flying a drone over the area.
The closure comes after a series of incidents that have left residents frustrated. Bestselling author GP Taylor, who lives in nearby Whitby, has called for influencers to be banned from the Yorkshire coast, describing them as 'talentless scumbags' who promote an unrealistic lifestyle and attract undesirable behaviour.
Taylor recounted witnessing an influencer in Whitby blocking traffic for a selfie, only to be dive-bombed by a seagull. He also reported seeing a social media user chasing geese in St James's Park, London, attempting to kick a baby goose while friends filmed.
The beach's closure is a blow to the local tourism industry, which had seen a surge in staycationers during the pandemic. Authorities have not yet announced when Pedn Vounder will reopen.
