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As an apparently sultry weekend beckons, here's some things you might like to know if you are eager to throw off those hot, uncomfortable, unnecessary clothes (bathing costumes included) and enjoy the great weather! During heatwave, we’ve seen the question posed across the media and it’s a bit annoying to Naturists that there is even a suggestion that it might not be. The Sexual Offences Act 2003 was carefully worded to exclude Naturism - it is perfectly ok to take your clothes off to

Our monthly Forum Live: Debate session returns next Monday (14 June) and we're devoting it to the launch of the Great British Skinny Dip for summer 2021! As you can see from the illustration, we've completely rebranded and we're just putting the finishing touches to a new website which will be launched soon. There's a bigger focus this year on venues and participants raising money for our charity of the year, British Heart Foundation. So, on Monday we'll give you an overview of the pro

We're crossing our fingers for super weather as our summer season gets under way with the opportunity for a costume-free swim at Peterborough Lido this weekend.  More and more people are discovering the joy of clothes-free recreation and the boost it gives to self-confidence, body image and mental health. It's also a lot of fun! Covid-willing, there are plenty of British Naturism events to look forward to this summer in the UK. Choose from festivals and camping, hotel breaks, and Natur

Regular readers will know that once a quarter, we hold a Forum Live event for members to meet and ask questions of British Naturism's Executive Committee. The next session will take place in two weeks time, on the 21st June 2021 at 7:30pm.  The event is open to all British Naturism members and is expected to last an hour. Questions for the Directors and Executive Committee members on any relevant subject will be welcome. To help us manage the session and to provide the best possible answers

In next Monday's (7th June) The Forum Live, we throw the spotlight on naked walking.  It's a growth area, with the number of organised walks and walkers increasing in recent years. We'd obviously like to see more and so we encourage you to attend and find out how to volunteer to be an official BN walk leader, or host an event - and what to expect if you join one - and especially how to deal with 'close encounters'. We'll cover the legal situation and hear from regular naked walkers abo

Our Guide to Naturism for 2021, is now available to order.  it is a comprehensive booklet that contains everything anyone needs to know about Naturism, whether they are new to it, or need to be reminded what an active scene there is! It’s a great publication for showing non-Naturists what we’re all about, especially when it comes to the people in charge of venues and other locations we’d like to hire - perhaps for a Great British Skinny Dip.  They are free. You can order them fr

At last year’s AGM the Executive Committee announced that it would welcome nominations from members for Certificates of Merit - an award which recognises exceptional service to Naturism.   Read about last year's winners If you'd like to nominate someone please complete the nomination form on the Forum (log in required) where you will also find more information and guidance. To enable any certificates to be awarded at the AGM we are asking for nominations by 30 June.   P

A time to say thanks! Volunteers’ Week takes place from the 1 – 7 June every year.  It's an opportunity to recognise, thank and celebrate the contribution volunteers make across the UK. This year, Volunteers Week is taking place during the #MonthOfCommunity, which is about creating a focal point in the year to encourage us all to think about and join in with a wide variety of activity happening in our communities. It’s a time to connect with others, give back, say thank you and shine a

With the uncertainty surrounding the possibilities for International Travel this summer, we thought it would be a neat idea to showcase Naturist places in the UK. We contacted all Naturist clubs and some other venues and offered them a free listing on the basis that they must be open to anyone who wishes to stay/visit. That is not to say that you will necessarily be able just to turn up, so please book in advance. The full item with some trip reports is featured in the next issue of BN

We’ve continued to see lots of interest in the products available in the new BN shop. Thanks to everyone who has placed an order - we hope that you are all enjoying your purchases – we’re certainly looking forward to seeing BN t-shirts, hats, and hoodies out and about over the summer! It has been great to get your feedback and suggestions on different products and designs that you would like to see – and we’ve started to expand the range based on this. There are new designs on t-shirts, hoo

In next Monday's (24 May) Forum Live, we turn the spotlight on our own organisation once again and look at our marketing. It's a big area and there is plenty to do. We actually have two marketing responsibilities - firstly, making sure that British Naturism is the best, most attractive organisation it can be so as to - amongst other things - recruit and retain members, and secondly, marketing Naturism itself - busting the myths, helping people to understand what we're all about after decade

We are very pleased to introduce Maz Wallace as our newly-appointed Equality and Diversity officer. As a minority group, Naturists know full well the harm that can be caused by discrimination and British Naturism must work equally hard to treat all other groups with respect. With that in mind, we published our Equality and Diversity policy in January and created a new EC position of Equality and Diversity Officer to recognise the importance of this issue and lead us forward. Maz’s experienc

I'm delighted to announce that next Monday, 17 May, I will be talking to Tim and Floor, owners and managers of the popular French campsite, Domaine de la Gagère. In 2017,  Tim and Floor and their children (7 and 11) moved from The Netherlands to France to try out a new life on a naturist campsite. They took a trial year to see what life was like in France. After a trial year to see if they could settle in they decided to stay and started looking for a place of their own. They bought Domaine

On Friday afternoon Georgia gives you an hour long session of Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga,  a combination of Asanas (yoga postures) and Pranyama (breathing exercises), which help to bring balance and peace to the body and mind. In Vinyasa, the Asanas synchronise to the breath.  You flow through yoga postures, warming the body and allowing you minds to reconnect to your body Did you know that we run over 100 online events every month? You can find details of them all on our events website. Choose

A weekly online YBN catch up for you if you are aged between 18 and 35 at 8pm on a Thursday evening. Here is a great chance to meet up with others Naturists of your own age, and make new friends. Did you know that we run over 100 online events every month? You can find details of them all on our events website. Choose from fitness classes and community sessions. The latter are free to BN members and members of other international Naturist federations. Not a member? Join here!)

British Naturism’s personal trainer, Roy, puts you through your paces for 40 minutes of Group Fitness at the end of the working day.  If you are not familiar with circuit training, don’t worry, Roy explains each set of exercises and then you are off on 3 rounds designed to re-introduce you to every muscle in your body, with lots of short breaks to grab a drink and catch your breath!   The class is medium to high ability but you are encouraged to work at your own pace, and you will improve if you

The Tuesday evening Book Club is led by YBN member Austin Young. Read something you could not put down? Found a subject of a book fascinating? Come and enjoy the opportunity to discuss it all with other members and hear what they have been reading. Did you know that we run over 100 online events every month? You can find details of them all on our events website. Choose from fitness classes and community sessions. The latter are free to BN members and members of other international Naturist

If you feel the need for a relaxing end to Sunday, Georgia will guide you on an hour long session of Hatha Yoga, with a  combination of Asanas (yoga postures) and Pranyama (breathing exercises), which help to bring balance and peace to the body and mind. In Vinyasa, the Asanas synchronise to the breath. You will flow through yoga postures, warming the body and allowing your mind to reconnect to your body. This is a gentle session, to help you unwind and feel completely stretched and relaxed.

Friday nights are chances to relax with British Naturism, as we guide you towards the weekend.  If you have nothing on why don't you pour your favourite drink, take a comfy seat and head to British Naturism’s own virtual Naked Pub, The Bare Arms, to chat with friends, old and new, from the UK and all around the world.  You will be placed into different small groups throughout the evening and meet different people. Enjoy a wonderful Friday night experience where no one needs to drive home! D

Katherine guides you through 40 minutes of mindfulness meditation, freeing your mind and connecting with your body. You will open a sacred space, free your mind and connect with your body as you journey on this immersive session of guided meditation.  Did you know that we run over 100 online every month? You can find details of them all on our events website. Choose from fitness classes and community sessions. The latter are free to BN members and members of other international Naturist fed

It's the second Monday of the month next Monday, 10 May... please come and join in the monthly Forum Live Debate! 'Campaigning' is a large part of what we do in British Naturism - but what does it mean in practice? It's something that the whole community should be involved in, but what activities should we be engaging in? What could we do better? What are we missing? It's a wide-ranging subject including standing up for our rights, challenging authority and lobbying, protecting our peo

British Naturism has a fantastic job opportunity available - we are looking for a Customer Service Assistant to join our friendly, welcoming team. We care about our members and those wishing to find out more about Naturism, so it is essential that we provide excellent customer service.  The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, customer focused and a good communicator, plus a professional and confident manner is essential. This is a paid, part-time 12 month fixed-term contract with the oppo

Wednesday is Coffee Morning ! If you are breaking for elevensies tomorrow why not bring your cuppa along and join in. You will be able to sit chatting in a small group that is rotated every 15 minutes so you have a chance to meet other members, chat to old friends or even make new ones.  Did you know that we run over 100 online every month? You can find details of them all on  our events website. Choose from fitness classes and community sessions. The latter are free to BN members and membe

Last week we brought you news of how news of the proposed changes to clothes-optional sessions at Harrogate Turkish Baths led to high-profile media attention for British Naturism with an article about our recent successes in The Guardian. A mini-media storm ensued, with requests from websites, radio stations and TV programmes. For the third time in a year, we made the headline in the Daily Star. Yes, there were the usual puns, but you can't argue with the number of people who saw it. There