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Next Monday, 4 September, The Forum Live returns after a summer break. I'm delighted to say that my guest will be Jon Ward, British Naturism's new Youth Officer. Jon will hopefully have members of his team with him. We recently posted a feature in which Jon set out his stall for the the role and talked about his plans - I'll be using that as a basis for our discussion - and, as with all The Forum Live sessions, there will be a chance for YOU to ask your question. You can join the sessi

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...   Sunnybroom walking we

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 campaign encourages you not to stress. If you don't routinely talk about your involvement in Naturism to f

It’s always wonderful when we are able to promote new venues for skinny dipping and thanks to Elaine Nuttall and her (usually costumed) wild swimming group, 17 women and nine men had a fantastic time in the river Ribble in Lancashire. Some said initially that they wouldn’t swim naked but in the end, everyone joined in. Organiser Elaine told us: ‘Friday night was an absolute smash hit, from friends to strangers, from people who had never skinny dipped before to Naturists, we had them al

The summer may be starting to wind down, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still plenty of opportunities to skinny-dip! I’ll get to what’s coming up in the next few weeks in a minute. First, I want to flag an event that’s taking place this Thursday (August 24). The North Wales Naturist Society has been very busy this summer. There have been several fun days out in a lovely woodland near Halkyn, with camping, wellness activities, archery, and much more. This week, NWNS is taking to Barkby B

I'm proud of this one. Our subject matter means that it's not difficult for us to get attention paid to our activities and for us to be asked to comment on aspects of society and the stories of the day, and I deal with an average three or four approaches every week across the year. Our subject matter can also make people, authorities and big business nervous which hampers our progress somewhat with many obvious avenues to promotion closed to us. It was particularly pleasing, therefore to be

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

The weather looks great on Saturday for our Great British Skinny Dip and Meet 'n' Greet Beach Day at Ringstead Bay in Dorset between Weymouth and Durdle Door, hosted by Andrew and Sue. We will plan to take a mass dip at noon! Check out the details - and make it a day to remember.   Photo by Alex Smith° on Unsplash

I'm proud of this one. Our subject matter means that it's not difficult for us to get attention paid to our activities and for us to be asked to comment on aspects of society and the stories of the day, and I deal with an average three or four approaches every week across the year. Our subject matter can also make people, authorities and big business nervous which hampers our progress somewhat with many obvious avenues to promotion closed to us. It was particularly pleasing, therefore to be

One of the main aims of the Great British Skinny Dip is to encourage new people, groups and venues to experience the euphoria of clothes-free swimming and so it's wonderful to see a new swim hosted by a group of (usually) swimsuited people in Lancashire this Friday. Group leader Elaine says: 'I’m very excited to be holding this event with our swim group, Lancashire’s stay wild wild swim, helping to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation, working alongside British Naturism, too. I

British Naturism is run by Naturists for Naturists and is the internationally recognised UK national Naturist organisation. We exist to unite and support Naturists, to protect and provide more Naturist venues, to make social nudity acceptable in the UK and to provide comprehensive information on Naturism and Naturists around the world. We’re here to make your experience of Naturism better. If you are not a member, you're missing out one many benefits - and we're missing having you and yo

the nest is a unique place for a forest retreat in a remote and secluded location. Here you can enjoy isolation, privacy and quietude whilst being surrounded by nature, sleep to the sound of waterfalls and a stream, and wake up to crickets and birds. During the warmer months it is great out under the sun or the soothing shadow of close to 70 species of trees. In the colder months you’ll enjoy being inside looking at the alluring landscape that keeps changing throughout the year (and even then th

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...   EveryBody Festival

This Halloween, don't be grim, reap the benefits of a naturist break at SANER's Halloween Gathering - BN members from all regions welcome.  Enjoy the devilishly good Naturist entertainment and events. Our final itinerary is yet to be finalised, however, what's for certain is that you'll be enjoying a monster mash-up of a Halloween disco.  At some point, maybe venture out (with clothes, sadly) to discover the local history of Stirling and its famous castle. Since the event was launched in Ma

Despite the unsettled forecast for our 3rd annual trip to Jupiter Artland on the outskirts of Edinburgh, last Saturday 36 of us spent a lovely two hours in the warm sun touring the gardens and the various sculptures and artworks. For most of us, it was our first time here, writes Billy Ritchie. Jupiter Artland is set in the grounds of a private house and enjoys various permanent sculptures and numerous artworks that are commissioned by artists annually. Partly set in woodland it is compleme

The future of British Naturism is dependent on members who are part of Young British Naturism today. That is my strongly held belief, and why I decided to stand as the YBN Lead. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Thomas McPolin for his hard work in shaping YBN over the last few years. As has already been expressed by the Executive Committee and fellow members in recent months, he was instrumental in implementing changes, such as increasing the age group to 18-35, which have helped

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...   St Annes Beach Day

With luck, by the time these newly added Great British Skinny Dips take place, the jet stream will have decided it’s had enough of soaking and freezing us and will have graciously allowed summer to return. One of the new adds is a return to Petersfield Lido – and isn’t it fantastic when venues enjoy us nudies so much they happily schedule more events? The other two GBSDs are particularly exciting (to me, anyway) – one, because it’s hosted by a wild swimming group, and the other, because it's in

28 naked guests enjoyed amazing weather for the return trip to the Farne Islands. Departure at 15.30 came with reports of unsettled sea and a suggestion from our skipper that we forgo the Islands and instead head up the coast.  On the return journey arctic terns and puffins flew by the boat. There were few boats out sailing, and kayaks, those that we did see gave us a cheery wave as we cheekily past them! What incredible events there are available to us! Let's make the most of them...

Looking for something different in your Naturist life? Join East Sussex Naturists on a return visit to the Towner Art Gallery, in the heart of Eastbourne on Wednesday August 23rd. Guests will have access to the Barbara Hepworth exhibition and the Towner 100 exhibition. Barbara Hepworth's Modernist sculptures and other work are well known and she was the leading artist in the St Ives colony in the 1940's. A great resource of her work and life can be found at https://artsandculture.google.com

Come and join East Sussex Naturists for a unique and liberating experience as they explore the stunning Scotney Castle gardens and get close to nature on the evening of Sunday August 13. It's not often we get the chance to visit a property in the ownership of the National Trust, so do make the most of it! The cost is £13 per person for entry with a picnic option at £12.50 per person.  Find out more and book your place!

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...   Boat Trip July 2

It's nearly time for our new festival - Every Body is an inspirational new project aimed at people who don’t feel they need to be a Naturist. It's a fun-packed three-night festival and a celebration of all things Naked featuring live music, crazy activities, discussions and workshops, fitness and wellness plus, a big Naked trip out to the local waterpark!   It will take place in Dorset in a magical secluded woodland with lots of space, and places to party to enjoy a memorable clothes-fr

We have four fantastic Great British Skinny Dip events in the coming week in the North West region - which will you go to? The fantastic monthly Worsley Swim this coming Saturday 29th July at 4.30 pm. The Spectrum weekly Skinny Dip in Birmingham, Saturday 29th July at 6pm The Annual Great British Skinny Dip at the fabulous Marbury Lido (pictured( - Sunday 30th July at 7.15pm Shap Lido heated outdoor pool - Tuesday 1st August at 6pm For more details and tickets vis

Following a successful trip in the spring, we're delighted to announce a return to Magnolias Natura on the beautiful, sun-drenched island of Gran Canaria.  This group holiday is exclusively for British Naturism members and will be hosted by BN members Roy and Jan. Group activities and gatherings will be arranged. The holiday runs for 7 nights from 27 April - 4 May 2024, and, subject to availability, guests can book additional nights Booking will open on Monday 31 July - but please