Crosby Beach and Its 100 Naked Men: The Best Beach in the World?

Welcome to Crosby Beach, where 100 naked men stand proudly, seemingly unaware of their serious lack of modesty. Anthony Gormley’s Another Place artwork has transformed the beach into an open-air gallery, with these statues staring out at the sea in all their exposed glory. This striking blend of Liverpool’s artistic spirit, industrial past and maritime history has become a defining feature of Waterloo’s identity and undeniable source of local pride. And who can blame them? With 100 naked men standing tall, it’s hard not to be interested in this one-of-a-kind beach.

The History of The Naked Men:

Anthony Gormley’s Bold (and Bare) Vision

In 2005, Anthony Gormley introduced Another Place at Crosby Beach: 100 statues of his naked and most vulnerable self, scattered across a public beach in the north of England. Now, it’s one thing to create a statue of yourself, but quite another to make 100 iron versions of your bare body and then place them on a cold, windswept beach in Liverpool. While I applaud this audacious and daring decision, I am still left wondering why someone would choose to immortalise their naked self in the most exposed and vulnerable way, and in the most public of places.

And here’s where it gets even better: despite Gormley’s bold move, Crosby Beach isn’t exactly a nudist haven. In fact, public nudity is strictly off-limits, unless, of course, you’re an iron statue. While visitors can’t exactly strip off and take a quick dip in the sea, these statues stand proudly in all their naked glory, seemingly exempt from the rules. It seems that if you identify as a statue, you get to enjoy the freedom of nudity without any of the legal hassle. Talk about loopholes!

The Mystery of the Lost Statue:

Did One Just Go for a Swim?

Local legend has it that one of Crosby Beach’s statues—let’s call him Jude—just walked into the ocean one stormy night and never came back. Was he fed up with standing still while seagulls used his head as target practice? Did he grow tired of being the awkward third wheel on countless first dates? Or maybe he was simply bored of staring out at the same dull horizon day after day. After all that time, perhaps he decided it was time for a change of scenery.

Jude's Resignation: When Standing Still Wasn’t Enough

Of course, authorities claim that ‘coastal erosion’ and ‘tidal movements’ are behind the missing statue. But we know better. Jude had had enough. He’s out there now, probably heading for the Isle of Man, seeking adventure or perhaps a quieter life away from the crowds. So if, one day, you’re strolling along Crosby Beach and notice only 99 men gazing out to sea—just nod, smile, and wish Jude well.

Visiting Crosby Beach:

What to Expect When 100 Naked Men Are Watching You

As you stroll along Crosby Beach, you’ll find yourself surrounded by 100 naked men who are insanely hot, gazing into the distance with the sea as their only companion, completely unbothered by their nakedness. These statues stand tall in all their glory, as if their unapologetically badass selves owned every inch of the earth. They won’t ghost you after the first date, won’t annoy you with stories about how their ex is so much better than you’ll ever be, and they will never—EvEr—tell you they can’t give up their dreams just to be with you. These statues don’t need constant reassurance, they won’t leave you on read, and they won’t ask you to put your life on hold for their latest soul-searching adventure. They’re just silently standing there, offering no drama, only loyalty. Honestly, if these statues were men, they’d be the perfect boyfriend.

Getting to Crosby Beach

Situated 7 miles (11 km) north of Liverpool city centre, Crosby Beach is easily accessible from Liverpool, whether you’re taking public transport or driving. Here’s what you need to know:

Merseyrail

Duration: ~20 minutes
Location: Merseyrail Northern Line from Liverpool Central to Waterloo Station
Cost: About £5 for Return Ticket

Bus

Duration: ~40 minutes
Location: Bus 53 from Liverpool city centre to Blundellsands & Crosby Station
Cost: About £5 for Return Ticket

Car

Duration: ~20 minutes
Free car park at Mariners Road (Be aware that spaces fill up quickly on sunny days!)