If you’ve ever wondered if Wales is a no-go area for Naturism, wonder no more! There are all kinds of events going on, and who better to talk about what’s happening in South Wales than Linda, BN’s SE Wales representative, part of BN's South West region.
Says Linda, BN members enjoyed a great social calendar in 2023 that included “canal boat trips, a visit to Gilston Manor Gardens (where we were treated to a guided tour of the gardens and some of the manor house which was finished off with a scrumptious afternoon tea, all in glorious sunshine) and various camping trips to Ty Canol, Dolcoed and Tything Barn”.
“South Wales has BN members spread out across a large area, and I often hear with a very heavy heart that nothing happens in Wales on the BN calendar.” Linda and others want to change that and put “Wales firmly on the Naturist social calendar.” Interested? As they say, many hands make light work!
What’s on so far?
- The Coffee Afternoon - Building on her tremendous success, Linda is continuing the friendly coffee meet-up in Cardiff on the first Sunday of each month. This event is clothing optional, so feel free to bring along that friend who hasn't quite taken the step yet.
- Nudie Dudie Swim Group - 3rd Sunday of the Month at the Llantwit Major Leisure Centre between 3.15pm and 4.30pm, then a meet and greet in a pub later.
- Naturist Camping Weekend – 17-20 May 2024 - Three nights camping near Neath Abbey, hopefully incorporating a naked walk, a beach visit and a Nudie Dudie Swim. There are 8 EHU pitches and 7 non-serviced pitches at this private site with toilets, showers and a large polytunnel
- Cambrian Mountains (pictured) Bunkhouse Naturist Weekend - 8 to 10 June 2024 - Organiser Bob has obtained access to a beautiful old Welsh cottage in the Cambrian Mountains where he promises “an escape from the pressures of life.” The Bunkhouse has 20 beds, cooking facilities and hot showers.
- Western Swimming Club holds a weekly swim on a Friday evening from 8:15pm to 10pm at Chepstow Leisure Centre.
- Day Visit to Steep Holm – 9 July 2024 - Steep Holm is a small island in the Bristol Channel. It lies offshore from Cardiff and Weston-Super-Mare. It’s isolated, has a fascinating history and lots of natural splendour. Access is via small boat and are leaving Cardiff at 07:30 and Weston Super Mare at 08:30.
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