Among the benefits of British Naturism’s closer relationship with the British Heart Foundation – and there are many! - is a bigger focus on Naked Heart Walks. After a stunning start in 2021, our new events offer the perfect excuse to get moving, meet fellow nude walkers, see some beautiful, fascinating places - and encourage newcomers to join in and raise money for this important charity.
We’ve got three fabulous offerings for you, in Cheshire, Essex and Kent, with, we hope, more to come.
First up, on 20 July from 2:00pm – 8:00pm, is a 2km stroll through the gorgeous gardens of Adlington Hall (pictured), a country house near Macclesfield, Cheshire. There’s even a maze to explore! Tickets are £15. Our target is to raise a minimum of £100 per person for the British Heart Foundation.
The total number of participants is limited to 100. There will be two walks – at 3:00pm and 6:00pm – with no more than 50 walkers each. The circular path takes you through the extensive grounds and then up the lawn toward (but not inside) the Hall.
A word from the organisers: Please don’t disrobe in the car park; go to the gazebo. It’s best to approach Adlington Hall from the Wilmslow side – ignore the road closure sign!
Or how about exploring the Secret Nuclear Bunker, near Brentwood, Essex? This ticketed event (£15 for the walk and bunker tour; £25 for walk, bunker tour and evening meal) begins at 5:00pm on Thursday, 18August, and participants are encouraged to obtain £100 in sponsorship in aid of the BHF. You can bring a clothes-optional friend or family member, too.
The walk is a maximum of two miles (with an optional shortcut) over secluded, undulating fields. These are private agricultural grounds with no smooth footpaths. Wear sturdy walking boots and bring water!
In case of heavy rain, there will be an extended tour of the bunker and special presentation. Pre-booked dinners will run from 8:00pm in the restaurant and canteen area; in the canteen you’ll find wine, beer and other drinks, cash only. Be warned: Everyone must clear out by 9:30 – when the bomb doors close and the lights go out!
Finally… you might want to head to Hole Park in Kent for a Saturday 27 August walk from 2:00pm - 6:00pm. The family has maintained the award-winning gardens (one of the seven wonders of the Weald!) since the 1920s within the original plans; the grounds are set in a magical, 200-acre park with fabulous views over the local countryside.
Enjoy a 3km sponsored walk starting from the registration area at the Vineyard and taking in the 16-acre garden and woodland trail. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a full afternoon tea—included in the ticket price—by the tennis court and celebrate our achievements together, with the traditional BHF medal ceremony.
All the details, including booking are to be found at shop.bn.org.uk/pages/bhf. Check out our discussion forum and join in the chat (login required).