Relief as Praa Sands gets its loos back
The newly revamped loos, which replace temporary toilets, come at cost.But most visitors are happy to pay a 50p charge, aid Mr Matthews, "because it means they've got access to proper toilets on a beautiful, long, golden beach".The group has even installed a card reader to accommodate cashless visitors.
Looking ahead, the group is exploring ways to reduce reliance on volunteers during the quieter winter months, including installing turnstiles."It's brought the community together in a really positive way," said Mr Matthews. "I never thought running a toilet block could be fun, but it is. "You're chatting to people, keeping things clean, and it just works."
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