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Once again we are invited by the Duchess of Northumberland to wander round Alnwick Gardens in the way nature planned - naked - this time on Sunday 20 July. Listen out for mermaid songs as you frolic in the fountains and water features. We can't promise you mandrakes or Professor Sprout but there will be a tour of the poison garden! Why not make a whole day of it with a visit to TANDO club earlier in the day to enjoy a picnic, sunbathe or play badminton? Find more information and booking details

Saoirse talks about an issue that bothers her as a young woman who has just tried Naturism for the first time. Over the past couple months, I’ve been on a bit of a journey discovering Naturism. I didn’t go into this expecting some life-changing moment. I was just curious. I knew a bit about it, had seen the odd thing online, and then I gave it a go. For me, it meant the chance to meet some cool new people who might share my views on the world, and doing that in a safe and comfortable environment

Sunfolk Pride 2025 proved to be a truly unforgettable weekend of joy, openness, and unity, as over 100 members of the LGBTQ community and their allies gathered for one of the best ever Sunfolk Pride Events. Hosted in the beautiful surroundings of the Sunfolk site, the event was a showcase of inclusivity, connection, fun and celebration. From the moment guests arrived, the atmosphere was one of warmth and welcome. The weekend offered a relaxed and safe space where everyone could be themselves, wi

Our brilliant changes to the British Naturism website calendar make it easier than ever to find events that are coming up! In this weekly update we bring you all the links you need to find events, plus news of new events and reminders you about those you might like to go to. If you are an event host and your event needs a boost, then please let us know and we will try to include it. Highlights There’s plenty to look forward to this midsummer weekend! Pride weekend at British Naturism Sunfolk

Student and Naturism debutant, Saoirse, shares her story… Going to a Naturist event for the first time? Yeah… people definitely had opinions. “You’re going to be naked… around strangers?” “That sounds really cool, I couldn't do that though. I’m not quite there yet.” “Yeah, that sounds like you.” Truthfully? I’ve always been pretty okay with my body. The nudity didn’t worry me as much as meeting loads of new people. Mark was the only person I knew, and I’d never been to a festival before — or

Here's a chance for Naturist ladies to get together with others and enjoy social time and activities. Its' the perfect opportunity to bring a friend! Find out all the details of this event that takes place on 5 July and book your place here Photo by Fahmi Fakhrudin on Unsplash

Come and join us on the evening on Saturday 28 June 2025 for a Naked Cruise around Poole Harbour and beyond right in the heart of Dorset. It's a fantastic opportunity to climb aboard MV Solent Scene at Poole Quay then sit back and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Dorset Riviera as you cruise around Brownsea Island, past Sandbanks and Old Harry Rocks then along the Jurassic coast towards Swanage, returning past Millionaire’s Row before arriving back at Poole Quay.  Solent Scene has two separate

This time it's Petersfield, Hants where three Great British Skinny Dips will be hosted this summer. The first is on 28 June and tickets are on sale! It's a heated pool and there is a café on site for hot and cold drinks, snacks and a BBQ

The Corrour estate once again provided an amazing location for a weekend of naked hiking and skinny dipping, writes Alan Ellison With 20 participants staying at the hostel or camping, many hundreds of naked kilometres were covered around Loch Ossian and the surrounding bens and glens. The hostel is right next to Loch Ossian so most enjoyed several refreshing dips in the loch over the weekend, followed up by warming up next to the wood-burning stove in the cozy kitchen. A few ticks were picked up

Our brilliant changes to the British Naturism website calendar make it easier than ever to find events that are coming up! In this weekly update we bring you all the links you need to find them, plus news of new events and reminders you about those you might like to go to. If you are an event host and your event needs a boost, then please let us know and we will try to include it. Highlights Wishing everyone attending the BN Windermere woodland weekend and the BN Pétanque tournament a fabulous,

It was a very special day for our new state-of-the-art Naturist centre last Saturday as we hosted an official opening with a variety of people in attendance from both inside and outside of Naturism. Tours of the site, including the opportunity to inspect the luxurious glamping pods, were given and much praise was heard for the work that has gone into transforming the five-acre Naturist site that has been in operation for over 90 years into a modern venue, open to all. Guests made good use of the

A couple of weeks ago we brought you details of the South West region boat trip from Plymouth that takes place tomorrow - tickets still available by the way! We also sent the information to the media and, as usual, they responded! See articles from Cornwall Live and the Mail Online. National TV came calling too, but the timings didn't work out. If you are hosting an event which could do with some additional publicity, tell us about it and we'll see if we can help. We're all stronger together...

Our Pride event at British Naturism Sunfolk takes place over the weekend 20 -22 June - have you booked your place yet? There are plenty of activities laid on including sports and crafts as well as the opportunity to enjoy the facilities of the site and relax with like-minded people. Find all the details here Photo by daniel james on Unsplash

'The forecast looks reasonable for Saturday when we have our first clothes optional visit to Burrows Gardens in 2025,' says organiser Andrew Davies. It's not too late your book your place and if you need any inspiration check out this news story which tells you all you need to know about what to expect and our history with this lovely, welcoming venue.

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, we a

Our brilliant changes to the British Naturism website calendar make it easier than ever to find events that are coming up! In this weekly update we bring you all the links you need to find events, plus news of new events and reminders you about those you might like to go to. If you are an event host and your event needs a boost, then please let us know and we will try to include it. Highlights Plenty happening this weekend! We send good wishes to those intrepid folk on the Highland Walking week

Three days and four fabulous Naturist events within easy distance from each other later this month - look out for two walks, a gardens visit and dinner and skittles! Tuesday 17 June - naked walk hosted jointly by Nat Ram and British Naturism along the old Roman road of Ackling Dyke Wednesday 18 June - Naturist evening as we return to the popular Houghton Lodge Gardens (pictured) with a Treasure Hunt and optional BBQ Thursday 19 June - naked walk hosted jointly by Nat Ram and British Naturism

Volunteers’ Week returns this year from 2 to 8 June 2025 and British Naturism will join thousands of charities and voluntary organisations recognising the contribution volunteers make across the UK. Launched in 1984, the week provides a crucial opportunity to thank volunteers and recognise the value of their time, passion and skills.  The campaign highlights the diversity and unity of volunteer work across the UK, celebrating the spirit of volunteering that enriches communities each year. Volunt

Our brilliant changes to the British Naturism website calendar make it easier than ever to find events that are coming up! In this weekly update we bring you all the links you need to find events, plus news of new events and reminders you about those you might like to go to. If you are an event host and your event needs a boost, then please let us know and we will try to include it. Highlights Where to begin! There’s plenty going on now that the summer is upon us - even if the weather doesn’t a

BN’s South West region events coordinator, Keith Bowman, writes: ‘Can you imagine it?  It’s a bright, sunny, warm evening. You have a glass of wine or cuppa in your hand.  Snacks are available if you feel peckish.  You’re sitting back just watching the world go by as you cruise the waters NAKED!  Does that sound good, or what?’ Keith has organised two cruises for June, the first a three-hour trip on Friday 13 around Plymouth Sound and the river Lynher, followed by another around Poole Harbour on

South Yorkshire Naturists (SYN) have secured for a second year a booking at the wonderful Helmsley Open Air Heated Swimming Pool, North Yorkshire, for a Great British Skinny Dip, on 14 June, writes John Oliver. The Helmsley Open Air Heated Swimming Pool was opened in 1969 and has served the locality since, typically throughout the summer months. It is in a delightful spot and private, away from town up a lane, surrounded by fencing, not overlooked and ideally suited for a Naturist swim. SYN have

Now in its 10th year, I'm sure everyone is familiar with British Naturism's outreach project The Great British Skinny Dip! We always make a big splash (pardon the pun) in the media with this fun event that captures the public's imagination and welcome many newcomers to swims up and down the country. Often journalists ask 'When's it on?', expecting there to be a one-off dedicated date for costume-free swimming but a Great British Skinny Dip can take place at any time across the whole year, whenev

Our brilliant changes to the British Naturism website calendar make it easier than ever to find events that are coming up! In this weekly update we bring you all the links you need to find events, plus news of new events and reminders you about those you might like to go to. If you are an event host and your event needs a boost, then please let us know and we will try to include it.   All the links you need Follow this link to find about other ‘special’ events that might need a bit of planning a

When the National Trust start putting on Naturist events you know you are getting somewhere. Thanks to hard work in building good relationships BN members in our Northern Ireland region are pleased to announce that the National Trust have decided to close off couple of sections of the Portstewart Strand on Sunday 1st June. This is a free event and is an opportunity to show how much need there is for a permanent Naturist Section on the beach. Northern Ireland is the only country in Western Europe

Do you say 'lee-do', or 'lie-do'? I'm never sure,but it doesn't really matter, the important thing here is the 'Peterborough' part - BN will be hosting an evening again at this stunning outdoor pool this summer! It takes place on Saturday 5 July and tickets are on sale now. Find out all the details including how to book!