Visitors to Sam Wilson’s family farm in southwest London are greeted with an unconventional warning that reads “No Public Nudity.” This unique sign is a result of a recent trend where tourists flock to Sam’s Sunflowers, part of Stoke Fruit Farms, to indulge in the quintessential British summer activity of flower picking. However, the farm had to take action after experiencing incidents of guests posing nude amidst the sunflower fields for Instagram-worthy photos. In response, Sam Wilson, a third-generation farm owner, strategically placed signs and turned to social media to remind visitors about the appropriate behavior in the farm.
The farm publicly posted on its Facebook page, located near Portsmouth on England’s southern coast, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a family-friendly atmosphere. The post addressed the growing reports of naked photography during public sessions and requested visitors to adhere to the rules. This message gained much attention, and countless comments poured in, expressing amusement and curiosity about the situation.
While encouraging photography is generally embraced at Sam Wilson’s farm, he even provides props like a grand piano, bathtub, and tractor for perfect photo ops. The golden and elegant sunflowers create a picturesque backdrop that attracts visitors. With approximately 2 million sunflowers on the farm, it’s easy for guests to find a secluded spot and indulge in risqué photography amidst symbols of warmth, love, and happiness.
According to Mr. Wilson, nudity has been a recurring issue, but it has been more prevalent this year, sometimes even in the presence of young children. He emphasized the importance of respecting people of all ages and maintaining a family-friendly environment. The signs and social media warnings have proven to be effective tools in curbing such behavior, indicating that visitors have become more mindful and respectful.
Mr. Wilson expressed his satisfaction, stating that the recent week has been busy yet remarkably respectful, with visitors abiding by the plea for no public nudity. Interestingly, there has been an increase in requests for private sessions to accommodate photo shoots involving nudity, suggesting that the appeal of sunflowers goes beyond their beauty and attracts varied artistic endeavors.
The connection between sunflowers and nudity is not entirely novel. In 2003, the British film “Calendar Girls” was released, featuring Helen Mirren. Inspired by a true story, the film revolved around a group of middle-aged women who posed nude for a calendar to raise funds for blood cancer research. Sunflowers played a prominent role in the calendar photos. Patricia Stewart, one of the original Calendar Girls, finds the situation amusing, as the film’s narrative resonates with the current scenario. The Calendar Girls have raised an impressive $7 million for Blood Cancer U.K. over the past two decades.
For nature enthusiasts who prefer to keep their clothes on, the opportunity to capture sunflower pictures at Mr. Wilson’s farm is coming to an end. While the farm was open on Monday, according to their website, it typically closes in the middle of August. Therefore, individuals seeking a sunflower-filled photo shoot need to plan their visits accordingly.
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