So, although both terms originated around the same time, and they both describe having sex in a public place, there is one major difference between the two. There is no law specifically against cruising (having sex outdoors), as long as you are ensuring that you are not visible to other members of the public or causing a nuisance. Cottaging, on the other hand, is a different matter, as it is a criminal offence. Having sex in any public toilet or facility is against the law, even if you are doing it in a closed cubicle. Police or security often patrols these areas. If you are caught then you could be banned from the area or even arrested and potentially charged for sexual offences, which will be on your criminal record and would be flagged any time you have DBS check. So from now on, we will focus on cruising.
Some of the most popular cruising sites tend to be in large parks, by canals, and in lay-bys.
This is because there are often lots of nice, secluded areas that you can disappear into and not be seen by passers-by.ĭue to the secluded nature of cruising sites, you are not likely to just stumble upon one.