Kinky Brits are collecting sex toys, sending nudes, and want MORE romps in the heatwave, our summer sex survey reveals

Credit: Getty BRITS have enjoyed a scorching summer so far this year, and not just because of the weather. People across the country are turning up the heat, according to our Ultimate Summer Sex Survey of 2,000 adults. According to The Sun’s Ultimate Summer Sex Survey, many people’s bedroom action has boomed with the hot weather Credit: Getty When it comes to sex positions, missionary still remains the top choice Credit: Getty Nearly a third (30 per cent) of Brits say they’re already having sex several times a week, while 36 per cent admit a heatwave puts them even more in the mood, proving that sunshine may just be the nation’s favourite aphrodisiac. Holidays abroad are also sparking romance, with 29 per cent saying they become more spontaneous when away from home and 28 per cent confessing to being much more physically affectionate while on their summer breaks. Sign up for the Fabulous newsletter Thank you! And when it comes to sexual positions, the classic missionary remains on top, with 54 per cent enjoying the tried-and-tested position, while 48 per cent favour doggy style. But the hotter weather seems to bring out people’s adventurous side, with 38 per cent saying they become more experimental during the summer. It’s not just couples feeling the sexy sunshine effect. Three in 10 singletons (30 per cent) say they’ll be actively on the lookout for a sizzling summer romance this year. Our survey also found that many are adding a little extra spice to their love lives. Two-thirds (66 per cent) admit to watching adult content, while 40 per cent say they own sex toys or intimate gadgets. But despite the nation’s growing appetite for bedroom experimentation, most Brits still prefer to keep things traditional. Most read in Fabulous A whopping 90 per cent say they prefer to stick to one partner, while just six per cent have attended a sex party and only three per cent have checked into an exclusive sex retreat. Dr Clair Grainger, a general practitioner from Superdrug Online Doctor, has revealed the science behind why bedroom action increases over summer. She shared: “One of the biggest differences between summer and winter is the amount of natural sunlight we get each day. “These longer daylight hours help regulate our circadian rhythm and reduce melatonin production, which is the hormone responsible for making us feel sleepy. “At the same time, increased sunlight boosts our ‘happy hormone’, serotonin, helping improve mood, energy levels and, in turn, sexual desire. “Research also suggests that for men this is particularly important, with greater exposure to sunlight supporting testosterone production.” Meanwhile, sSummer doesn’t just change how we feel, it also changes how we smell. Dr Grainger explained: “As temperatures rise, we naturally sweat more, which increases the release of our body’s natural pheromones. Over 2,000 adults were asked their views in our sex survey Credit: Getty Holidays were found to boost bedroom action, with 29 per cent saying they become more spontaneous when away from home Credit: Getty “Research suggests our natural body odour can influence how attractive we perceive someone to be. “Combined with spending more time outdoors, socialising and meeting new people, these biological cues may help explain why attraction often feels heightened during the summer months.” Comment now