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This clothing-optional event is organised by the Naturist Outreach Group and has a theme of Black Tie, Diamonds and Tiaras and will be hosted by Liverpool Sun and Air Society on Saturday 11th November. It is open to all Naturist and non-Naturist partners. Guests can expect an evening of gourmet dining with a four course dinner, after which you can dance the night away to a fantastic live band. For those with energy to spare, the dancing will continue to the sounds of the house disco. All th

There can be precious few moments in life to beat the pride of being selected to represent your country at sport. To be able to do it nude is the icing on the cake. This weekend a team of swimmers from British Naturism competed against 11 European nations at the International Naturist Federation swimming gala in the Serbian capital of Belgrade, with Naturists from Canada and the US also in attendance. Despite base camp, a modern four star hotel, being in the centre of the city, the glisteni

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...   Club Naturel Swim

Our swimming team sets off tomorrow for Belgrade, Serbia and the annual INF swimming gala. Our team of 15 swimmers will be accompanied by some supporters, all cheering the team on against competitors from other nations. Last year we finished second - we'll all be willing the team to take the top spot in 2023! The weekend, hosted by NOS, the Serbian Naturist federation, will also include opportunities for teams and supporters to socialise including a dinner and disco on the Saturday night. T

The promotion and protection of Naturism are core objectives of British Naturism and one of the major reasons for our existence.  We recently put out a call to members for prospective campaign ideas and received many great suggestions.  These ideas have now been distilled into six campaign proposals for 2024 that tackle different aspects of Naturism in different ways.  At the The Debate next week on The Forum Live we will talk through those ideas and more importantly discuss how they can be fine

Just released on the pan-European channel, Arte is a 90 minute documentary (divided into part 1 and part 2) subtitled 'A History of Nudism'. The programme does explore the history but it also looks at philosophy and contemporary attitudes and speaks to a variety of people including photographers, artists, nude event hosts and, of course, Naturists. Professor Keon West makes a number of appearances and references some of the work we did with him. There are subtitles and also no censorsh

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...   Halloween Bunkhouse W

We're off to Mexico next Monday, 30 October to meet Blaney and Steve, newly installed at the dreamy, get-away-from-it-all Naturist resort at Playa Sonrisa. We'll find out more about them, the resort, the local area and their plans for the future - maybe see some (dreamy, get-away-from-it-all) images too... Join on the night from the BN shop

The more that people know about Naturism, the better things will be for us all. Many people don’t know that they know a Naturist and assume that we are still that fringe minority on the edges of society. We understand the individual fears, possible complications and desire for an easy life, but we want to encourage you to help Naturism in the UK to become normal. It’s daunting, but our 'Just One Person' campaign encourages you not to stress. Talk to someone about your Naturism and that expe

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...   Club Naturel Swim

We reported recently on the appointment of Colin Ratcliff as BN Vice-Chair and Anne Nisbet as BN International Director. You'll be pleased to know that next Monday, 23rd October, they will be my guests on the Forum Live. Don't forget that in addition to hearing about them and their plans, The Forum Live always comes with an opportunity for YOU to ask questions.  There is no charge to attend and the sessions are available to members of British Naturism and Naturist federations from arou

A meeting of the European Naturist Commission (EuNat) took place via Zoom on 7 October. The BN motion to allow same sex couples to compete in the annual International Pétanque Tournament was overwhelmingly supported with some 95% in favour of the change. BN International Director Anne Nisbet argued that as the INF-FNI already embrace Equality and Diversity in its statutes, logically this should also apply to the pétanque tournament. In the UK gender is irrelevant to participation in the BN

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...   The Big Quiz Oct

In November we are having a party in Blackpool. Live music from the incredible Boom (who are THE BEST band on the circuit) and 90’s party bangers with Step Club Party. Guests will also enjoy a get-up and glow theme with UV party on Saturday Night and a cocktail-making masterclass. It’s the first-ever BN event in Blackpool during the world-famous illuminations PLUS it's the Strictly Weekend in Blackpool so plenty of celebs to spot round the town too!

The Forum Live is truly a window on the world - last week Florida, this week Slovenia! I'm delighted to announce that my guest next Monday 16 October will be Maja Penko, the President of the Slovenian federation. I recently met Maja, in the flesh, as it were and I'm looking forward to talking to her - she is full of passion for Naturism and Naturism in Slovenia, and told me that - wait for it - they have more female Naturists in Slovenia than male. Look forward to hearing more about that and all

We are excited to announce the first ever Ladies-only BN Members' Holiday - to BHH Naturist Resort in the South of Fuerteventura, where there is all year round sunshine and more Naturist beaches than the other Canary Islands put together! The holiday runs for seven nights in April 2024, the price includes breakfast every day and activities will be arranged. Guests will organise their own travel. Find out all about it including how to book your place!

Naked Comedy is back! Another incredible line up for our Naked Comedy Nights on 21 November in London with Ben Van Der Velde, Marcel Lucont, Kate Lucas and Daman Bamrah. A Naked Comedy Night is exactly what you think it is - lots of Naked people in a warm social setting enjoying a great laugh! Find out more and book your place!

British Naturism is the UK member of the International Naturist Federation, the global organisation for Naturists that exists to represent, support and coordinate Naturist activity worldwide. If you are a BN member, you are automatically a member of the INF! You can find out more at inf-fni.com.  Their newsletter - Focus - is published every two months and provides an update as to what’s going on in the INF and beyond The latest issue is out now and is available from the BN website

We're sad to report that the Aquasol Family Naturist Club has closed following the decision of the pool trustees to change the start time of their swim, which meant that many of the club members could no longer attend. Don't despair! British Naturism are setting up a new club to continue the long tradition of a Naturist swim in Bristol which will meet every Wednesday at Jubilee Pool, Jubilee Road, Knowle, Bristol BS4 2LP from 9pm to 10pm. First one - tomorrow, Wednesday 11th October!

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...   Club Naturel Swim

Election of Vice Chair - Colin Ratcliff We are pleased to announce the election of Colin Ratcliff as the new Vice Chair of British Naturism.  Colin has been a member for 15 years, one of the wardens at Sunfolk and a regular attendee and volunteer at many of our events.  Professionally, Colin is a retired Detective Inspector and department head in forensic and homicide sectors.  Colin’s professional experience within the police force brings us an understanding of the metho

Next Monday, 9th October, i'll pleased to welcome back Cypress Cove's marketing director Dan Whicker to the Forum Live. Aside from being probably the US's premier Naturist resort, Dan and Cypress Cove are big supporters of British Naturism including being sponsors at Nudefest, support they will repeat in 2024. We'll hear from Dan about all the possibilities for holidays at Cypress Cove and all that the local Florida area has to offer - it's a great base for all the Disney and other theme pa

Certificates of Merit are awarded to individuals or teams of people who have provided exceptional service to the cause of Naturism.  We have many volunteers who make enormous contributions, all worthy of praise, the Merit Awards recognise those who have gone beyond that either recently or over an extended period of time.  Nominations came from both members and the EC, and four awards were made: Tim Higgs and the Clover Spa Team Tim has created a first-class Naturist facility, battling aga

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...   Amsterdam Spa Break

Hi folks! Next week's The Forum Live session will be dedicated to an AGM follow-up if it is felt that extra discussion or question time after the meeting has ended on Sunday afternoon, would be useful. If not, we'll run one of our usual, popular debates - topic to be decided nearer the time. Join the session on the night over in the BN shop (and look out for news about the next guest from the USA...)