Hiking to Fairlight Glen Hastings. Fairlight Glen gained popularity among nudists in the early 20th century, with reports of naturists frequenting the secluded cove as early as the 1920s. Its remote location and sheltered surroundings made it an appealing spot for those seeking privacy while enjoying naturist activities such as sunbathing and swimming. Throughout the decades, Fairlight Glen continued to attract naturists, despite lacking official recognition as a nudist beach. Naturists would gather discreetly in the secluded cove, often relying on word-of-mouth recommendations to find the spot.