Organizers of the Cumbria Nature Festival in England issued an “important clarification” about the upcoming event: it is not for nudists. File Photo by Friedemann Vogel/EPA
April 22 (UPI) — Organizers of the Cumbria Nature Festival in England issued an “important clarification” about the upcoming event: it is not for nudists.
Festival organizers said on social media that a recent inquiry from a prospective visitor led them to believe they needed to clarify the purpose of the event.
“Cumbria Nature Festival is primarily aimed at NATURALISTS… not NATURISTS,” the post said. “Whilst we aim to be as inclusive as possible, and certainly do not judge anyone, we are aiming the event at wildlife enthusiasts. Please do dress appropriately.”
Organizers said any nudists who booked their tickets in error can exchange them for a full refund.
Sam Griffin, a member of the organizing committee, told the BBC that despite appearing humorous, the refund offer is serious.
“We haven’t ultimately had to refund anyone so we’re hopeful our offering has been sufficient to retain their interest, despite imposing a dress code,” he said.
Griffin acknowledged it was an easy mistake to make.
“People hear ‘naturalist’ and they interpret it as something else. It’s a common misunderstanding, I suppose,” he said.
The Cumbria Nature Festival runs May 8-10.