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No show tonight because of the Bank Holiday, but we'll see you next week!

In 2018, the College of Policing published guidance on the handling of reports of public nudity to assist police officers and call handlers in taking actions that were consistent with Crown Prosecution Service guidelines and the law, so that those participating in lawful nudity did not suffer negative effects if there were reports.  British Naturism, alongside other Naturists, were instrumental in formulating that guidance and it remains arguably the most crucial achievement of British Naturism

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over just the next couple of weeks and big events taking place later. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...

We are very excited to announce the appointment of British Naturism’s new Equality and Diversity Officer, Simon Hill. We should pause a moment to consider the change that Simon’s appointment represents.  Simon was one of several people to formally express interest in the role, reflecting the growing enthusiasm of members for making significant contributions through volunteering.  Perhaps more significant is the nature of the role as that reflects the appetite across our membership to priori

Join host Helen Berriman, BN's Women's Officer, for a new episode of the podcast from British Naturism, dedicated to celebrating and empowering women in the Naturist community. Our podcast is created by women for women, although we warmly invite men to join us and listen as well. In each episode, we delve into insightful conversations, exploring various aspects of Naturism through the lens of womens' experiences. Whether you are a seasoned Naturist, new to the way of life or just intrigued,

2024 is looking a very good year for Naturist facilities with new opportunities in both England and Scotland.  South of the border, the redevelopment of British Naturism: Sunfolk is nearing completion and preparing to reopen for the summer. The breaking news is the establishment of a new Naturist club in the heart of Scotland.  The Central Sun Club is a ten-acre site accessible from Edinburgh and Glasgow that really showcases the natural beauty of Scotland, including a small lake.  For the momen

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over just the next couple of weeks and big events taking place later. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...

Over 120 people turned up on Saturday, 20 April, for the 2024 British Naturism National Swimming Gala, and it was quite an evening. Around 90 swimmers battled it out through some 70 races. It was my partner Dave’s third gala and – let me get the kudos out of the way – he did very well. “It was a fantastic evening with record numbers attending,” says BN Sports Director Ian Munt. A big shout-out to “the 21 volunteers who supported us during the evening and made the event run so well.” Th

The BN North West Regional Team are pleased to announce an informal, open Zoom chat to launch our fantastic season of unfolding events on May 1st. Whether you wish to discuss club events - such as open days - sports events, Great British Skinny Dips and Naked Heart Walks, swimsand walks in the North West region - the choice is yours! We will discuss the success of the new Withington Swim and any others that you choose to mention. There will be no set Agenda, but we will attempt to cover all

Hosted and supported by our friends at The Naturist Foundation, the tournament takes place from May 3rd to May 6th 2024. It will be a full weekend of entertainment alongside the play. All members of British Naturism and of British Naturism member clubs are welcome to play in doubles teams, of any combination of genders. Don’t worry if you are on your own, we’ll find someone for you to form a team with. Everyone will get to play at least five games. Supporters and visitors are also welc

Today we observe Earth Day 2024, which has the theme of Planet vs Plastics.  Naturism is closely associated with natural living, it is even in the name!  The long-standing international definition of Naturism states: "Naturism is a way of life in harmony with nature characterised by the practice of communal nudity with the intention of encouraging self-respect, respect for others and for the environment". To reflect on this synergy, we will use The Forum Live Debate next week to discus

Help Linda (your south-east Wales BN Rep) make history as we launch our first Dine Naked Cruise in Cardiff on 27th July 2024, setting sail at 7pm. We will sail aboard the all weather Seren-Y-Bae for a 3 hour naked cruise around Cardiff Bay taking in the evening views before gently cruising along either The River Taff or The River Ely. The evening cruise will include an excellent buffet, music and a dance floor and then who knows what other fun activities: those who have been to the Car

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over just the next couple of weeks and big events taking place later. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...

Join Helen Berriman, BN's Women's Officer on Monday April 22, as she discusses the inaugural Ladies only clothing optional holiday in Fuerteventura having just returned.   A unique and liberating experience for those who are looking to embrace their bodies in a safe accepting environment. For many women, the idea of being completely nude in front of strangers may seem daunting or even terrifying, however, for others it can be a powerful and empowering way to break free from societal norms and ex

I often see an event listed for BN’s SANER (Scotland and North England) Region and think to myself, “I should go up there and check this out because it looks fabulous.” I haven’t so far, but this could be the year! There are already so many nudie activities to choose from on the calendar that it’s hard to know where to begin. So let’s be sensible and start with SANER’s new events listing board, which is now available to members (log-in required). Here, in addition to the regular weekly and

In our attempts to expand the appeal and access to Naturism through #TheNakedTruth campaign, we have moved into the TikTok platform, which has a very different style and user base than our traditional approaches.  Broaching a new market brings both challenges and opportunities and this will take time to grow, but spreading the message of respect, joy, and mental health benefits found in Naturism could be a big win. TheNakedTruth soundbites tackle frequently asked questions and the beneficial

Isn’t it strange how random events can sometimes lead to amazing things? Serendipity was definitely behind the new Great British Skinny Dip (GBSD)  on Sunday, 7 April, at Withington Baths in Manchester. Here’s how it came about: BN member Peter signed up for a paddle board-yoga class (no, me either) at the baths. While sitting in the café, he mentioned to a woman staff member that the pool would be a good place for a Naturist swim. She was enthusiastic. Sometime later, Peter ran into BN GBS

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over just the next couple of weeks. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...   Firstly,  here's a li

Here's reminder of the group holiday at Spain's El Portús resort next month - it's not too late to book! Find all the details here!  

Over the years, we've worked on a number of media projects, but there are some that really stand out. Around 10 years ago we were fortunate to spend a lot of time with young fashion photographer Amelia Allen who came to a number of events and venues, immersing herself in our world by taking photographs for her book Naked Britain, while also naked herself. She really became part of our community.   Join me on Monday 15 April as I chat to Amelia about her journey, the reasons for embarking on

The BN National Swimming Gala will take place on Saturday 20 April, alongside a new Festival of Sport initiative for non-swimmers including Badminton, Squash & Pickleball. It's not too late to book your place! Unusually, this year the cafe will be open for light refreshments and we have booked a local curry restaurant for after the event! Find all the details here

There are bound to be many 'beautiful mornings' at Sunfolk this summer and beyond, but we're asking for your help before we get there. Here are the details from Jon Williams The end of the Sunfolk redevelopment project is in site after nearly four years of design, planning and construction work.  If the weather gods continue to be as co-operative as they have been over the last couple of weeks, we will be able to open the site for bookings from 31 May - we're really looking forward to welco

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over just the next couple of weeks. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...   Firstly, here's a lis

Join host Helen Berriman, BN's Women's Officer, for a new episode of the podcast from British Naturism, dedicated to celebrating and empowering women in the Naturist community. Our podcast is created by women for women, although we warmly invite men to join us and listen as well. In each episode, we delve into insightful conversations, exploring various aspects of Naturism through the lens of womens' experiences. Whether you are a seasoned Naturist, new to the way of life or just intrigued,

Join me next Monday, 8 April, for an update on our work with British Heart Foundation including an overview of all the activity to look forward to this year! We've got over 500 Great British Skinny Dips and six Naked Heart Walks to talk about! ...but it's not enough, and we'll also talk about how we can increase the numbers - and how you can help! The BN/BHF team includes representation from BHF and is made up of about 20 people from around the country, meeting fortnightly on Zoom