As National Trust members having today visited Freshfields. I have to say that we were shocked at conditions of the toilet facilities and the beach. The toilets are disgusting. Clearly not inspected or cleaned regularly by NT staff. We mentioned this to the NT rep who actually replied ‘that they’re not the best’. Well, the admittance was enough without addressing minimum cleanlinessNow, on the beach, it is clear to see that the area has been a former landfill site for building material. Which has then been covered with sand. But with erosion, this is exposed and the waste is a hazard. In some areas, there is evidence of asbestos boarding. NT have placed ‘keep off’ signs. But really, this isn’t good enoughFor the high membership charges (did I mention the £8.50 parking at Freshfields?) NT are not what they used to be. Standards are poor and embarrassing at the least. We’ve noticed the toilet facilities in other NT areas fall below standard
