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Every year on 8 March, the world marks International Women’s Day – a global celebration of women’s social, cultural, economic, and political achievements, as well as a call to action for greater gender equality. The day has been marked for more than a century, since the first gathering in 1911, and today it continues to inspire communities everywhere to recognise the contributions women make to society. (International Women's Day) For us in British Naturism, it’s also a moment to pause and refle
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Tickets for NKD 2026, the UK’s premier naturist youth festival, are officially on sale. If you have been waiting to secure your place, now is the time to book. NKD is a community driven celebration of naturist living, created especially for younger naturists and those new to clothes free experiences. Hosted by British Naturism, the festival provides a welcoming, inclusive and respectful environment where attendees can connect, relax and embrace body positivity. When and Where NKD 2026 takes plac
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We’re excited to announce that the British Naturism Annual Guide 2026 is now available to order! This fully updated guide is an essential resource for anyone interested in naturism in the UK, whether you’re new to the lifestyle or a long-standing member of the community. Order your free physical copy or download it digitally. Packed with practical information, helpful insights, and guidance on getting involved, the Annual Guide makes it easy to explore and share naturism confidently. From tips o
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We have some exciting news that now makes it possible to make money from being a member of British Naturism We’re excited to announce Perks at Work as a brand-new membership benefit for British Naturism. Perks at Work is an exclusive online discount platform giving you money back on your weekly shopping and access to private pricing on everything from travel and home appliances to cinema tickets and everyday essentials. Think of it as your one-stop shop for British Naturism member savings. And
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It has been a remarkable week at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC. We’ve been coming here for several years, but this year felt different… As always, we spoke to thousands of visitors. As always, it was a joy to speak to many of our members outside our native habitat. And as always, many who stopped had no prior connection with Naturism at all, just curiosity and a willingness to talk. But this year can be summed up in two words: Depth and Desperation. There is a sense that the
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We’ve received an exciting request from Ian Munt, BN Sports Officer, who is currently seeking an umpire for an exciting upcoming international pétanque event. The International Pétanque Competition will take place at the Naturist Foundation in Kent from 3rd to 5th July. This promises to be a fantastic weekend of competitive pétanque, welcoming players from across the international naturist community. It’s always a friendly yet competitive atmosphere, and the event plays an important role in the
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We’re at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the National Exhibition Centre, and with around 100,000 people expected through the doors, the scale of the opportunity is incredible. All week, Martha, Pam, Mark B and Mark W are having uplifting, honest conversations about self-belief, about what happens when we loosen the grip of self-criticism and start accepting ourselves as the brilliant, capable people we already are. What’s been especially powerful is that we’re not selling anything. We
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Our promotional work is in full throttle right now, taking the message and benefits of Naturism firmly into the public eye. All this week, we’re at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC, talking to thousands of visitors about opportunities to escape the pressures of everyday life by simply taking their clothes off. If you’re visiting the show, come and say hello on stand 4049. Tomorrow, we have something really big launching from TheNakedTruth. Saoirse has been quietly working on
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A fascinating new article is out in Men’s Health magazine. Journalist, Jamie Carson, shares his personal journey toward better health and how embracing nudity has helped that. He started with a familiar quest to improve his physical health and lose weight. But instead found himself asking “is my natural body shape really so wrong?” That shift from self-criticism to self-acceptance sits at the heart of the article. He draws on the landmark 2021 study we did with Prof Keon West, which demonstrated
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This month, British Naturism proudly celebrates LGBTQIA+ Month, an opportunity to recognise, support and uplift the diversity that makes our community stronger. Naturism is rooted in values of openness, respect and authenticity. At its heart is the simple but powerful idea that everyone should feel comfortable in their own skin. For many LGBTQIA+ people, that message carries particular meaning. The freedom to be yourself, without judgement, without shame, and without the need to hide, aligns clo
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Next week British Naturism will be back at the fantastic Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the National Exhibition Centre — and we can’t wait! Martha, Mark B, Pam and Mark W will be there all week, chatting to the thousands of visitors who come through the doors. It’s hands down our best opportunity to connect with the wider public, demystify Naturism, answer questions (big and small!), and offer an easy, welcoming first step for anyone curious to give it a try. And honestly? One of our f
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We’re delighted to share a new opportunity to support academic research exploring a question many of us feel instinctively — but which deserves proper scientific investigation: Can participation in Naturist activities promote body image positivity? We are once again collaborating with Dr Roger Newport at Loughborough University, with a group of undergraduate psychology students conducting this study under his supervision as part of their dissertations. The project aims to examine whether people
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In the first of a two-part conversation, Helen speaks with Professor Annebella Pollen from the University of Brighton, author of Nudism in a Cold Climate. Pollen discusses her decade-long research into the visual history of naturism in Britain, revealing how photography shaped the movement's public identity from the 1920s onwards. Pollen explains how early practitioners hid behind pseudonyms to protect their professional reputations, and how the movement's own promotional imagery created tensi
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This April, 17th-20th, we are heading back to Zuiver Spa, Amsterdam when spring will be in the air... Located in the south of the city, bordering Amsterdam forest, Zuiver offers a perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. As well as plenty of spa-time, there will be ample time to see the city and experience Amsterdam. Our hosted BN Member breaks are a great way to meet like-minded British Naturism members and treat yourself to an all-important holiday. Zuiver Spa sits on the edge of the Amsterdams
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The idea is simple: if you work remotely, work in comfort. Ditch the suit, the tie, the heels… even the pyjamas if you like. Because why not? And let’s be honest — the most comfortable way to work is exactly what the name suggests: naked. So join people across the country, free yourself from unnecessary restrictions, and spend the day working naked while still getting the job done. It’s more than just a bit of fun. Uniforms and dress codes apply a quiet, often unnoticed psychological pressure. T
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In October 2026, a powerful new art project will bring the naked human body – and the principle of equality – into the public eye. You can be part of making this happen by donating to our fundraiser. Human First is a large-scale photographic artwork initiative that uses the human form to deliver a simple but urgent message: before anything else, we are human - and we all deserve equal dignity and fair treatment. In partnership with internationally recognised Italian American photographic artis
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Ever dreamed of escaping the everyday and spending a glorious week in the Cretan sunshine, surrounded by supportive, like-minded women? This June, that dream can become a reality as British Naturism is hosting a Women-Only Members’ Holiday at the stunning Vritomartis Naturist Resort in Crete, and it’s designed to be so much more than just a week in the sun. It’s about feeling comfortable in your own skin, making genuine connections, and enjoying life completely judgement-free. The Details at a G
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Over the past four months, an international letter-writing campaign has been underway to press for the recognition of a new Naturist beach in Tampa Bay, Florida. Laws in the United States are generally less permissive than those in the UK, meaning that official recognition of clothing-optional beaches is essential if Naturism is to survive and thrive. Florida is a popular tourist destination, and the designation of a beach in Pinellas County as clothing-optional would represent a significant st
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The violence targeted against a participant in one of the World Naked Bike Rides last summer is currently generating a lot of interest in the UK media. However, concerns about discrimination against Naturists are not limited to the UK. Evan Nicks, Director of the Western Nudist Research Library, and Mark Bass, President of British Naturism, have been examining these shifts in public behaviour and attitudes. Their analysis has been published by Planet Nude, one of the largest American platforms
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The Daily Mail today picked up on a recent Instagram post by Game of Thrones actor Maisie Williams, sharing moments from a holiday in Sardinia with friends. The photos showed the food, the walking, the landscape, the cliff diving – and, quietly among them, a couple of shots of skinny dipping. No fuss. No headline image. No mention in the caption. Just part of the experience. And that’s the point. For many twenty-somethings, social nudity doesn’t need labels, explanation or fanfare. It’s sim
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We are planning a major artistic project for autumn 2026 in partnership with internationally renowned photographer Angelo Musco. This ambitious photographic collaboration will explore humanity, connection, and acceptance of the nude form, pushing creative and emotional boundaries through collective body sculpture. The project will bring together around 70 models to create a powerful, large-scale artwork. Carefully managed and respectfully led, participants will have the opportunity to release t
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Over the last two days we have been exploring the recent national surveys into how people perceive Naturism, their attitudes toward nudity, and the kinds of things they actually do while naked. A feature that has appeared consistently across these analyses is that young adults are more open-minded and more willing to engage in social nudity than their parents or grandparents. The one notable exception is attitudes toward nudity in public spaces — places where someone might easily be seen, photog
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Yesterday we began to dig into the series of recent national surveys, exploring attitudes toward Naturism, nudity in general, and how those views shift across generations. Today, we take that analysis a step further — moving from attitudes to actions. Because while it’s fascinating to know what people think about nudity, it’s even more revealing to look at what they actually do. Building on the strong generational differences in attitudes toward nudity, the same national surveys show an equally
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Over the last three years, a series of nationally representative surveys from Ipsos, YouGov and Zogby Analytics have revealed a significant shift in how different generations view nudity. These polls avoided self-selection bias and instead captured the views of broad, representative samples, giving the clearest picture so far of what people really think about being naked. And one trend stands out: young adults are consistently more open to nudity than older generations. Do People Actually Like B
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This week, the Should I Delete That? podcast took a bold step into the world of naturism and they did it with none other than our very own Helen Berriman, host of British Naturism: Women in Focus and one of the most thoughtful, open advocates for the women in naturism movement today. The episode pulls no punches. From the very first question, hosts Alex and Em decide to challenge every assumption, every stereotype, and every bit of ingrained prudishness they’ve ever carried about nudity. And Hel
