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    Mar 2023

    Last Updated: 20/03/2023
    Crime
    Crime

    Harrogate Turkish Baths nude ban: police probe 'ongoing'

    by John Plummer

    | 20 Mar, 2023
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    Harrogate's Turkish Baths.

    North Yorkshire Police has said an investigation into "inappropriate behaviour" at Turkish Baths Harrogate is ongoing.

    Harrogate Borough Council banned nude bathing at the Victorian baths last week after it received a complaint.

    Until the decision, clothing was optional at two single sex sessions for men and women. It is compulsory at mixed sessions.

    But the council, which runs the venue, made swimwear compulsory for all sessions without consulting users following the complaint.

    In a statement, it said the complaint was of a "serious nature", adding:

    “We have a duty of care to our customers and staff members, and in order for all single sex sessions to operate in a safe environment, it has been decided that swimwear must be worn until further notice.”


    North Yorkshire Police confirmed today it was looking into the matter. A spokesperson said:

    “Police received a report of an incident of inappropriate behaviour at the Turkish Baths earlier this month. Enquiries are at an early stage and are ongoing.”


    The baths opened in 1897 and with its restored Moorish design is one of Harrogate's premier attractions.



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