When out walking I will go barefoot on the soft grass. It's like plush carpet in some places. Yes I get strange looks but who cares. The English are too reserved and obsessed with what others think about them.
We go to the beach a lot. The sand is white and golden here. You only see kids barefoot. Adults rarely take off their socks and shoes. I makes me laugh and sad that they are so shackled. Even in winter when the water is very cold I'll walk along the coastline . It's so liberating.
That's the time when I get the most looks.