Hampstead Heath — West Heath
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London, England, United Kingdom
One of the world's most famous outdoor cruising areas, in the south-west corner of London's Hampstead Heath. The zone begins behind the former Jack Straw's Castle and runs into dense woodland; men have met here since the 19th century. Reach it from Hampstead Underground; best just before sunset and through summer evenings.
Getting there
The zone starts behind the former Jack Straw’s Castle, on the south-west corner of the Heath, and runs into the woodland. Hampstead Underground is the straightforward arrival.
When it's active
Just before sunset and through summer evenings. The Heath is busy with walkers whenever the weather is kind.
What to know
Men have used these woods since the 19th century. The main paths are a public heath; leave them if you want the actual scene, and do not treat the trees as unsupervised.
Location
Coordinates: 51.56200, -0.18100