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BN239 - Spring

BN239 - Spring

The Spring issue of our members' magazine is out now!
As always, it’s chock-full of news, information, listings and fully illustrated features and articles – and easier-to-read text.
Contents include:
All the events you can look forward to and a round-up of everything that’s been happening – including the Bournemouth Weekender, The Gathering and Tank Space Spielplatz: Going strong after 96 years! I.T’s All Happening: Everything you need to know about BN’s online presence BN’s fabulous 2024 campaigns “Now is the Time” to volunteer! Sports Round-up: All the latest on BN’s sports activities In travel, we talk Lanzarote, France, Spain, Portugal…and so much more.  
BN239 will soon be landing on the doormats of members of British Naturism who can also download a digital version. There's even a topic open for you to share your views with other members (log in required).
Our quarterly magazine is just one of the many benefits a BN membership provides. If you’re not a member yet, why not make today the day you join us?

The Forum Live - interviewing Vritomartis Naturist Resort

The Forum Live - interviewing Vritomartis Naturist Resort

Next Monday (4 March) I am delighted to be able to welcome a representative from one of the world’s premier Naturist holiday resorts, Vritomartis, on the beautiful island of Crete. Overlooking the Libyan Sea and the White Mountains, Vritomartis offers a tranquil and relaxing environment for its guests. Vritomartis Naturist Resort is the only naturist resort in Crete and has been working since 1992.
We’ll hear about the history of the hotel and learn about the facilities it offers and the activities and excursions available to make a truly memorable holiday. We’ll also be bringing you a slideshow of images.
As the people at Vritomartis say, 'Feel free and enjoy the sea breeze and the sun on the island of Crete!'
Join the session on the night over in the BN shop

Women in Focus podcast - new episode coming this weekend!

Women in Focus podcast - new episode coming this weekend!

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 aim to educate and inspire. We highlight the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women in Naturism. Promoting body acceptance and self love, we explore how women across the planet have shed their clothes and freed up their minds, leading them toward a more fulfilling life in all areas; one that no longer keeps them restricted - emotionally, mentally, physically, and in all other ways.
Our next interview is with Siobhan Hazzan who is relatively new to the Naturist way of life, a concept which was utterly unimaginable for her just a few years ago. As an ordained pastor now living at the Naturist Foundation in Orpington, UK, she is joint chair of the Christian Naturist Fellowship, she has become an advocate for social nudity and doesn't hesitate to talk to anyone about it!
The BN Women in Focus podcast will be available on Saturday 2 March on the following platforms: 
https://open.spotify.com/show/6HtAQzJKLzJenc3Jjm9W3O
https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d0d17b7b-51c3-4caa-b890-9c8355289c9f/women-in-focus
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in-focus/id1717263257
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1Y4MelgLcBpA89zbKw7m_UW3xT4_1WZ6

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Events this weekend - and beyond!

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...
Firstly, here's a list of bigger events happening later in the year:
April 10-17 Fuerteventura Ladies Break
April 20 BN Swimming Gala & Festival of Sport
April 20 INF Indoor Beach Volleyball Event
May 3 – 6 BN National Petanque Competition.
May 6 – 13 El Portús
May 24-38 NKD Family & Youth Festival
June 7-9 YBN Sports Weekend South.
June 7-10 Highland Walking Weekend
June 17-23 Nudefest
July 12-14 Windermere Camping Break
July 13 River Forth Boat Trip
July 19-21 YBN Sports Weekend North
July 27 Naturist Boat Trip around Farne Island.
August 15-19 Everybody Festival
September 12-16 60th Jamboree
September 27-30 Luxury Spa Break Amsterdam
 
 
The Big Quiz
February 23
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Club Naturel Swim
February 23
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 23
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 23
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 23
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Hydrohub
February 24
Enjoy a pleasant afternoon dip in a very warm hydropool close to Newton Abbot.
Devon
 
Sleaford Swim
February 24
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna and steam room. Just turn up with your towel.
Lincolnshire
 
NW Naturists Worsley Swim
February 24
Family swim with warm pools for swimming and exercise, sauna & steam rooms & lounge for R&R
Lancashire
 
Wirral Nats.
February 24
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire W & Chester
 
Spectrum Swim
February 24
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Southampton Swim
February 24
Family swim, monthly from September to May.
Hampshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 25
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Severn Vale Swimming Club
February 25
Family friendly, 2 pools, water feature with floats & beach balls, steam room & sauna.
Gloucestershire
 
Sunday Swim
February 25
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Dover Swim
February 25
Enjoy the pool, sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Bristol Naked Swim
February 28
We meet every Wednesday from 9 ‘till 10, everyone welcome to swim & chat.
Avon
 
Manchester Male Naturist Swim
February 29
All men welcome, regardless of sexuality or difference, to our Thursday evening swims.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel Swim
March 1
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
The Big Quiz
March 1
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
March 1
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions take place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
March 1
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 1
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Sunnybroom Swim
March 2
Join us for our monthly swim in Aberdeen.
Aberdeenshire
 
South Forest Edwinstowe Swim
March 2
Family swim in the pool & flume, children’s pool, sauna and jacuzzi.
Nottinghamshire
 
Art with Nothing On
March 2
Embark on an artistic adventure at Ceramic Shack’s nude pottery painting event.  Pre booking essential.
West Sussex
 
Wirral Nats.
March 2
Swim in the main pool or use the water slide, sauna or steam rooms.
Cheshire West
 
Spectrum Swim
March 2
Early evening swim with sauna, refreshments, yoga and gym (clothed).
Birmingham
 
Cardiff Coffee Group Meet Up
March 3
Join this friendly, clothing optional, group to meet up, drink coffee, chat and enjoy arts & crafts.
South Glamorgan
 
ESN Swim at Seaford
March 3
Join us for a swim. NOTE there is an accessible route to poolside and a pool lift is available.
East Sussex
 
Ryedale Swim
March 3
Fortnightly swim, 3 to 5pm.
North Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
March 3
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists Swim
March 3
Family swim with 25m & children’s pools, sauna & steam rooms plus sports hall.  Refreshments available.
East Lothian
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
March 3
Join us for an evening swim in Kingsteignton.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim
March 3
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Potteries Swim
March 3
Swim in the small pool or relax in the sitting area.
Staffordshire
 
Dover Swim
March 3
Join us in the pool or relax in the sauna or steam room.
Kent
 
Plymouth Sun Club
March 4
Lane swimming for the energetic or just socialising with friends. Over 18 only.
Devon
 
The Chat
March 5
Join us for an hour of chat & banter.
On Line
 
Bristol Naked Swim
March 6
We meet every Wednesday from 9 ‘till 10, everyone is welcome to swim & chat.
Avon
 
Manchester Male Swim
March 7
A friendly, diverse male only naturist swim, must be over 18 and be able to swim.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
March 8
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Club Naturel Swim
March 8
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
March 8
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions take place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
March 8
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 8
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Wigton Swim
March 9
Join us for a 2 hour Naturist swim, booking recommended due to limited capacity.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford Swim
Mardh 9
Afternoon swim plus gym, squash courts and steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Swim & Gym
March 9
Monthly naturist swim, use of gym requires appropriate footwear.
Tyne & Wear
 
Spectrum Swim
March 9
Early evening swim with sauna, refreshments, yoga and gym (clothed).
Birmingham
 
Wirral Nats.
March 9
Swim in the main pool or use the water slide, sauna or steam rooms.
Cheshire West
 
Bircotes Swim
Mardh 9
Swim or stand and chat or play table tennis, badminton or use the sauna.
South Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
March 10
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Severn Vale Swim
March 10
Two pools, cascading water feature plus floats & beach balls, steam room & sauna.
Gloucestershire
 
Northampton Sun Group
March 10
Two swimming pools, sauna, steam room, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms.
Northamptonshire
 
Sunday Swim
March 10
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Dover Swim
March 10
Join us in the pool or relax in the sauna or steam room.
Kent
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Parental Guidance - TV Show

Parental Guidance - TV Show

Parental Guidance is a new TV series which observes comedienne Katherine Ryan juggling parenting and her career, and, they say, sees her investigating 'extreme' parenting techniques.
A section of Episode 4 was filmed at the Naturist Foundation's site at Brockenhurst, coinciding with their annual nude 5K run. Steve Paton, Trustee and race organiser, said:
"I am absolutely delighted with the way this documentary takes a lighthearted look at the benefits of naturism and in particular family naturism.  Helen and Simon Berriman and daughter Lizzie were great ambassadors to the cause and totally at ease with Katherine Ryan. While not a naturist herself, Katherine shows a good level of respect for the naturist lifestyle with many humorous quips and insightful questions that will hopefully be useful for people who want to give naturism a go.  Following the interviews the program follows Simon and Lizzie as they take part in the September naked BH5K.
 
The documentary crew could not have picked a more beautiful weekend to visit Brocken Hurst.  We had our hottest ever September race day as 200 runners braved temperatures of up to 30 degrees!  Hosepipes were on hand to spray the runners as they crossed the finish line and received their well-deserved medals.   Off camera the day continued with water war games, a BBQ and plenty of celebratory drinks at the outside bar!.”
The programme will be broadcast on the UKTV ‘W’ channel next Monday 26th February at 9pm.  For those who either cannot wait until Monday or miss the broadcast it can be viewed on the UKTV play app. The Naturism feature starts 25 minutes into the programme.
 
The next naked BH5K is being held on Sunday 19th May and is open to anyone.  Simply go to Naturistfoundation.org and click on ‘Big events’

New! BN Members' holiday to El Portús - May 2024

New! BN Members' holiday to El Portús - May 2024

Following many successful group holidays for BN members to El Portús in Spain, we're delighted to bring you another - and booking is open! It runs for seven nights from 6 - 13 May 2024.
Situated on Spain’s Costa Calida and nestling in a sheltered, south-facing bay, with spectacular mountain and sea views, El Portús is the prime Naturist holiday destination in Southern Spain,  right on a nude beach, with swimming pool, restaurant, bar and shop. The cosmopolitan city of Cartagena, with Roman sites including a large theatre, museums, 15th Century Castle, Civil War refuges, art galleries, marina, shops, bars and restaurants is nearby.
The group will be led by BN members who will also arrange an activity programme to keep you busy and socialising.
Find out how to make your booking and accommodation choices and prices over in the BN shop!

Warmer days ahead for Young British Naturism

Warmer days ahead for Young British Naturism

As the long nights start to draw to a close, the Summer 2024 season is just on the horizon. Even though it doesn’t always feel like it, the days are getting a little warmer, and we can see a light at the end of the wintry tunnel. With that comes continued planning for YBN. 2024 is shaping up to be a busy year, building on the great successes and increased engagement of 2023.
Over the last few months, we have finalised dates for five YBN exclusive club visits, including a ‘BBQ and Boardgames’ weekend at Harrogate Sun Club, and Sports Days at The Naturist Foundation and Yorkshire Sun Club. There is more to come too! Moving forward, YBN is hoping to have a greater presence at national events, such as the Windermere Woodlands Weekend, alongside calendar staples such as the NKD Festival in May and Everybody Festival in August. I always feel it is important that YBN is seen as an integral part of the British Naturism family, so that engagement with the wider community is essential. With the return of British Naturism: Sunfolk in 2024, a YBN and Families Weekend will also go ahead, which I know many people felt they missed last year with the ongoing renovation work.
We are also in the process of organising guided Naturist walks and meets at Naturist beaches - such as Morfa Dyffryn - in North Wales, to broaden regional offerings and cater for a wider variety of interests.
Our Spa Weekend in Cologne is going ahead this year, and plans are being formed for a YBN trip to a Naturist resort in France for 2025. Trips to resorts a little further from our shores have proven to be exceptionally popular, so this is an area we are very keen to develop, moving forward!
Efforts to engage new members with YBN continue, with many attending regular events even during the winter months at venues such as Clover Spa for their bi-monthly Young Clover weekends. New YBN members continue to be contacted on sign-up which continues to prove effective in ensuring that people have a starting point for their Naturist journey.
YBN, like BN as a whole, is volunteer led. If you feel like you can contribute to making YBN the success we all want it to be, please feel free to contact either myself or Deputy YBN Lead Jamie Mogford to discuss opportunities. Likewise, if you have any suggestions for events or activities, get in touch to share your suggestions!
Jon Ward
jon.ward@bn.org.uk 
YBN Lead

The Forum Live - an INF/EuNat update

The Forum Live - an INF/EuNat update

Next Monday (26 February) we bring you an update on the work of the International Naturist Federation and in particular, EuNat, the sub-committee that looks after all things European.
The panel will consist of Anne Nisbet, BN's International Director, Edwin Kilby, former BN International Director and now INF-FNI Vice-President, regular The Forum Live guest Laurent Luft, INF European Assessor, and James Shuttleworth, recently appointed to the role of INF European Youth Officer.
There's plenty to talk about and work going on, on many fronts. Join us on the night over in the BN shop.
 
Image from the INF Swimming Gala 2023 by Mark Berry

Good Times for BN at the NEC

Good Times for BN at the NEC

It was a very busy week for British Naturism at the NEC, Birmingham where we seized the opportunity to speak to the 100,000 visitors to the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show 2024.  Our team of seven volunteer ambassadors engaged approximately 1440 guests in meaningful conversation, over the six days, distributed around 2400 Guides to Naturism, and 500 'Challenge 60' Log Books. 
Our attendance delivers a number of objectives. The first is a chance to see and chat to British Naturism members - this year we met over 200 and also reconnected with many former members who we hope to see re-join, thus raising the profile and influence of British Naturism still further.  We also spoke to around 150 club members, who are not individual members of British Naturism, and leaders of some of our highest profile clubs.  In a year when work is underway to strengthen the links between British Naturism, individual members and clubs, this was a great opportunity to speak to people face-to-face.  Of course, the third aim is to reach non-Naturists and either inspire them to try it for themselves or at least make them aware and comfortable that Naturists exist, both were successful.
The topics of conversation were encouraging.  The EveryBody campaign was a hot subject, especially amongst those potentially interested in trying large-scale nude recreation for the first time.  The neon EveryBody sign that we had in position was certainly eye-catching and provoked questions.  We have also seen evolution in the way people communicate over the recent years with people more open about alternative lifestyles, meaning that opportunities to discuss things such as Naturism are increasing.  Curiously, while the number of very open people have increased, so have the number of people who are curious but timid.  Historically, it has tended to be the people we spoke to who took our literature away, this year it was more the case of either/or, so many attendees took a guide to contemplate in their own time, rather than discuss in the moment.  Both engagements mean the word is getting out.  In addition to those we shared information with directly, it was clear that many people at nearby stalls were talking about us and the presence of British Naturism, even though they were too nervous to engage.  This also is a success as it increases awareness and sets those many people on a path of possible discovery in the future.  The diversification in mindsets that we saw this week reflects that there are different ways to approach the promotion of Naturism.  It is certainly not the case that one size fits all and there are many opportunities ahead as we seek to spread the word.

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Events this weekend - and beyond!

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...
Firstly, this week - here's a list of bigger events happening later in the year:
 
March 18-22 Blackpool Spring Break
 
April 10-17 Fuerteventura Ladies Break
 
April 20 BN Swimming Gala & Festival of Sport
 
May 3 – 6 BN National Petanque Competition.
 
May 24-38 NKD Family & Youth Festival
 
June 7-9 YBN Sports Weekend North.
 
June 17-23 Nudefest
 
July 12-14 Windermere Camping Break
 
July 13 River Forth Boat Trip
 
July 27 Naturist Boat Trip around Farne Island.
 
August 15-19 Everybody Festival
 
September 12-16 60th Jamboree
 
 
Club Naturel Swim
February 16
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
The Big Quiz
February 16
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Ladies Only Swim
February 16
A ladies only, clothes optional swim in a private hire pool with hot tub & sauna
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 16
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 16
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 16
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Mildenhall NSC
February 17
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
South Forest Edwinstowe Swim
February 17
Family friendly early evening swim with pools, flume, sauna & Jacuzzi, booking recommended,
Nottinghamshire
 
Wirral Nats.
February 17
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire W & Chester
 
Naked Dining
February 17
A dinner dance with entertainment; come for the event or the weekend.
Merseyside
 
Spectrum Swim
February 17
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Mildenhall NSC
February 17
Join us and enjoy the health benefits of swimming naked & the sauna as it should be used.
Suffolk
 
Ryedale Swim
February 18
Fortnightly swim, 3 to 5pm.
North Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie Swim
February 18
Swim times 3.30 to 4.30.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 18
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists Swim
February 18
Family swim with 25m & children’s pools, sauna & steam rooms plus sports hall.  Refreshments available.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
February 18
Early evening meal, please book by Friday 16th.
South Glamorgan
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
February 18
Join us for an evening swim in Kingsteignton.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim
February 18
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Bristol Naked Swim
February 21
We meet every Wednesday from 9 ‘till 10, everyone welcome to swim & chat.
Avon
 
Manchester Male Naturist Swim
February 22
All men welcome, regardless of sexuality or difference, to our Thursday evening swims.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
February 23
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Club Naturel Swim
February 23
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 23
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 23
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 23
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Hydrohub
February 24
Enjoy a pleasant afternoon dip in a very warm hydropool close to Newton Abbot.
Devon
 
Sleaford Swim
February 24
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna and steam room. Just turn up with your towel.
Lincolnshire
 
NW Naturists Worsley Swim
February 24
Family swim with warm pools for swimming and exercise, sauna & steam rooms & lounge for R&R
Lancashire
 
Wirral Nats.
February 24
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire W & Chester
 
Southampton Swim
February 24
Family swim, monthly from September to May.
Hampshire
 
Spectrum Swim
February 24
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 25
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Severn Vale Swimming Club
February 25
Family friendly, 2 pools, water feature with floats & beach balls, steam room & sauna.
Gloucestershire
 
Sunday Swim
February 25
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Bristol Naked Swim
February 28
We meet every Wednesday from 9 ‘till 10, everyone welcome to swim & chat.
Avon
 
Manchester Male Naturist Swim
February 29
All men welcome, regardless of sexuality or difference, to our Thursday evening swims.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel Swim
March 1
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
The Big Quiz
March 1
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
March 1
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
March 1
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 1
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Sunnybroom Swim
March 2
Join us for our monthly swim in Aberdeen.
Aberdeenshire
 
Spectrum Swim
March 2
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Cardiff Coffee Group Meet Up
March 3
Join this friendly, clothing optional, group to meet up, drink coffee, chat and enjoy arts & crafts.
South Glamorgan
 
ESN Swim at Seaford
March 3
Join us for a swim. NOTE there is an accessible route to poolside and a pool lift is available.
East Sussex
 
Ryedale Swim
March 3
Fortnightly swim, 3 to 5pm.
North Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
March 3
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists Swim
March 3
Family swim with 25m & children’s pools, sauna & steam rooms plus sports hall.  Refreshments available.
East Lothian
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
March 3
Join us for an evening swim in Kingsteignton.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim
March 3
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

BN Annual Guide 2024 - out now!

BN Annual Guide 2024 - out now!

Our popular Guide to Naturism has been updated for 2024 and is now available. It’s a comprehensive booklet that contains everything anyone
needs to know about Naturism, covering all aspects in a brief and easily digestible way.
Use it to persuade your friends to join BN, your colleagues to give social nudity a try, or your local leisure centre to host a skinny dip. We’ll be sending copies to clubs and swims, and taking piles of them to events for you to take away. We have printed many thousands of them and you can order them - for free! - from the BN shop.
From that page you can also access the guide as an online booklet, making it dead easy to send a link to anyone you like. Do it today!

INF beach volleyball - and party!

INF beach volleyball - and party!

The International Naturist Federation are pleased to announce a daytime indoor beach volleyball competition, where people can either play (all levels are invited to join in) or just enjoy the atmosphere. After the competition, the venue will transform into a big Naturist disco on the sand.
It takes place in Paris on 20 April - click here to find out more including how to book your place!
 

New INF European Youth Officer - James Shuttleworth

New INF European Youth Officer - James Shuttleworth

Like many of us, BN member James Shuttleworth, the newly appointed International Naturist Federation European Youth Officer, came to Naturism gradually. Before joining, he watched a handful of documentaries around social nudity and the social and mental health benefits it can bring. However, this wasn’t  enough of a push to give it a go as there was a big question to be answered… Where do you start? The idea was put on the backburner until a random Google search, over lockdown, reintroduced it. Within hours of heading down the rabbit hole he found BN’s website and became a member.
Since joining nearly three years ago, he has not only been to several domestic events but has spread his wings further by attending the International Naturist Federation (INF) European Youth Rally and the International Swimming Gala (pictured). At these events, he got to know Naturists from all over and saw first-hand that even though we all fall under the same umbrella, we view and follow the lifestyle in a completely different way culturally.
Seeing the additional benefits membership of an INF affiliated organisation brings, he was astonished to find out that few people from BN and the other federations were attending the European-level events, especially young people. At the recent International Swimming Gala, in Serbia, he says, you could count the number of young people from the whole of Europe on two hands. This, to him is a “terrible representational statistic” and something he wants to address personally.
As James explains, there are only a few European federations big enough to support large events such as NKD and Everybody Festival in their own country. This is mainly due to their low membership numbers and/or limited funds/resources.
James aims to increase integration across Europe – to enable members to get more out of their membership - through:
- Better education about the benefits of being part of the INF.
- Greater promotion of events and activities across the different federations.
 - Increased awareness of what the INF is and what it does for its members.
James is currently organising the INF European Youth Rally, which takes place north of Antwerp on the 9th – 12th May. The €100 fee includes:
All main meals from lunch on the 9th to breakfast on the 12th
Accommodation
Transport to and from Antwerp at the beginning and end of the event
Daytime activities with nightly entertainment
Interested in helping James or sending ideas his way? Contact him at eu-youth@inf-fni.org

TheNakedTruth – Social Media Video Campaign

TheNakedTruth – Social Media Video Campaign

Naturists regularly tell us how much they love the peace and self confidence they find in nude recreation once they try it.  The challenge is how we help others searching for such things to find Naturism.  Similarly, many people are curious about Naturism but have questions they are too embarrassed to ask.

To address these needs, we have launched “TheNakedTruth” social media video campaign.  These soundbites cover the fun and the benefits to be found in Naturism, answer commonly asked questions and provide tips for people looking to give Naturism a try.  These clips are being released on Instagram, particularly: instagram.com/british_naturism and https://www.instagram.com/thenakedtruth_uk/

All released videos are also being added to our new You Tube channel, which can be found on You Tube.

Help us to spread the word by sharing the videos as they appear and liking and subscribing to the channels to raise visibility.  Naturism is brilliant, let us tell the world that.

#TheNakedTruth

The Forum Live - interviewing The Magic Teapot

The Forum Live - interviewing The Magic Teapot

Next Monday (19 February) on the Forum Live, we will be joined by Sorrel and Theo (pictured far left) from the Magic Teapot.  
The Magic Teapot is a travelling acoustic music venue that first joined us at Nudefest in 2022 and proved an immediate hit.  They have come to several of our festivals since, serving tea and music and have truly immersed themselves in Naturist festival life.  Having already made it onto the cover of BN magazine including the current issue, Sorrel and Theo will share their own journeys with us and talk about their lives as travelling musicians.  The Teapot will be joining us at both Nudefest and the Everybody festival this year, so if you are looking for a bit of insight into those festivals, this is a great way to gain it.

Listen to some of Sorrel’s music before then, it's certainly worth a visit.
Join the sessions on the night over in the BN shop

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Events this weekend - and beyond!

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...
 
The Big Quiz
February 9
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Club Naturel Swim
February 9
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 9
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 9
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 9
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Wigton Swim
February 10
A monthly early afternoon skinny dip at the Wigton Pool.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford Swim
February 10
A change of venue for this second and fourth Saturday afternoon swim each month.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Swim & Gym
February 10
Monthly swim with a gym available plus refreshments.
Newcastle upon Tyne
 
Wirral Nats.
February 10
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire
 
Bircotes Swim
February 10
Swim, chat or play table tennis, badminton or use the sauna.
South Yorkshire
 
Spectrum Swim
February 10
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 11
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Severn Vale Swimming Club
February 11
Family friendly, 2 pools, water feature with floats & beach balls, steam room & sauna.
Gloucestershire
 
Northampton Sun Group
February 11
Access to 2 pools, use of a sauna, steam room, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms.
Northamptonshire
 
Sunday Swim
February 11
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Plymouth Swim
February 12
Lane swim or just socialise with friends in the late evening session
Devon
 
Bristol Naked Swim
February 14
We meet every Wednesday from 9 ‘till 10, everyone welcome to swim & chat.
Avon
 
Manchester Male Naturist Swim
February 15
All men welcome, regardless of sexuality or difference, to our Thursday evening swims.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel Swim
February 16
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
The Big Quiz
February 16
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Ladies Only Swim
February 16
A ladies only, clothes optional swim in a private hire pool with hot tub & sauna
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 16
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 16
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 16
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
MSNC Swim
February 17
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
South Forest Swim
February 17
Family friendly early evening swim with pools, flume, sauna & Jacuzzi, booking recommended,
Nottinghamshire
 
Wirral Nats.
February 17
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire W & Chester
 
Naked Dining
February 17
A dinner dance with entertainment; come for the event or the weekend.
Merseyside
 
Spectrum Swim
February 17
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Mildenhall Swim
February 17
Join us and enjoy the health benefits of swimming naked & the sauna as it should be used.
Suffolk
 
Ryedale Swim
February 18
Fortnightly swim, 3 to 5pm.
North Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie Swim
February 18
Swim times 3.30 to 4.30.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 18
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists Swim
February 18
Family swim with 25m & children’s pools, sauna & steam rooms plus sports hall.  Refreshments available.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
February 18
Early evening meal, please book by Friday 16th.
South Glamorgan
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
February 18
Join us for an evening swim in Kingsteignton.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim
February 18
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Stark Trekkers
February 20
Join us for a 6 mile winter walk near Heathfield.
East Sussex
 
Bristol Naked Swim
February 21
We meet every Wednesday from 9 ‘till 10, everyone welcome to swim & chat.
Avon
 
Manchester Male Naturist Swim
February 22
All men welcome, regardless of sexuality or difference, to our Thursday evening swims.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
February 23
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Club Naturel Swim
February 23
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 23
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 23
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 23
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Hydrohub
February 24
Enjoy a pleasant afternoon dip in a very warm hydropool close to Newton Abbot.
Devon
 
Sleaford Swim
February 24
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna and steam room. Just turn up with your towel.
Lincolnshire
 
NW Naturists Worsley Swim
February 24
Family swim with warm pools for swimming and exercise, sauna & steam rooms & lounge for R&R
Lancashire
 
Wirral Nats.
February 24
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire W & Chester
 
Southampton Swim
February 24
Family swim, monthly from September to May.
Hampshire
 
Spectrum Swim
February 24
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 25
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Severn Vale Swimming Club
February 25
Family friendly, 2 pools, water feature with floats & beach balls, steam room & sauna.
Gloucestershire
 
Sunday Swim
February 25
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

British Naturism - at the Caravan Show next week!

British Naturism - at the Caravan Show next week!

The BN Team are back at The NEC in Birmingham for the spring Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show from 13 - 18 February on stand 4049. Expected attendance is around 100,000 over the six days of the show and, as  in previous years, we expect to be busy talking to people and handing out the BN Guide to Naturism to the thousands of visitors, and answering their questions about Naturism.
Maybe we'll see you there?
 

The Forum Live - debate: Inclusivity

The Forum Live - debate: Inclusivity

Creating an inclusive environment where all feel welcome is essential to British Naturism, as it should be to all organisations. As a group that sometimes faces discrimination, we know how hurtful such views can be.  Consequently, we continually seek ways to improve inclusivity in all our activities and the arrangements we have to support diversity and this is an area where we can all contribute.  As a result, we will use The Forum Live Debate next week (Monday 12 February) to think about how we support Equality and Diversity, identify the hurdles that compromise diversity, both in the organisation and the world at large, and see if there are actions that could be taken.
Please join us via the BN shop on the night, to share your perspectives and views so we can collectively improve British Naturism’s contribution to society.

Appointment of Chair - Colin Taylor

Appointment of Chair - Colin Taylor

We are delighted to announce the co-option of Colin Taylor as the new Chair of British Naturism.
Colin’s recent retirement has freed up the time to commit to issues that he is passionate about and central to those is Naturism, which Colin says he has benefitted from greatly. Colin’s professional background was in the ambulance service as a Paramedic and latterly holding various posts within Quality and Safety, including Head of Risk Management. He was a school governor of a local primary school for 19 years and Chair of the Trustees.  He is also Chair of a Board of Trustees of a small charity and is involved in a number of other organisations in various roles.  These credentials are second to none and plug into the positive impact of Naturism on health, the work we have before us to support young people, particularly in the area of mental wellbeing, and are backed up by his experience in governance.
Colin will be well known to many of you as he has for some time been a very active volunteer for British Naturism.  He has been a regular Warden at British Naturism: Sunfolk, First Aider and Deputy Regional Organiser for LASER.  He is a member of the BN GBSD/NHW/BHF team and has organised a number of swims and other events. One of Colin’s key stipulations in taking up the role is that he plans to continue to actively support the LASER region until a successor can be found and this approach is a brilliant way to bridge between national and regional initiatives.
So please join me in welcoming Colin to the position!
 

Naturist South Wales is Rockin’!

Naturist South Wales is Rockin’!

If you’ve ever wondered if Wales is a no-go area for Naturism, wonder no more! There are all kinds of events going on, and who better to talk about what’s happening in South Wales than Linda, BN’s SE Wales representative, part of BN's South West region.
Says Linda, BN members enjoyed a great social calendar in 2023 that included “canal boat trips, a visit to Gilston Manor Gardens (where we were treated to a guided tour of the gardens and some of the manor house which was finished off with a scrumptious afternoon tea, all in glorious sunshine) and various camping trips to Ty Canol, Dolcoed and Tything Barn”. 
“South Wales has BN members spread out across a large area, and I often hear with a very heavy heart that nothing happens in Wales on the BN calendar.” Linda and others want to change that and put “Wales firmly on the Naturist social calendar.” Interested? As they say, many hands make light work!
What’s on so far?
The Coffee Afternoon - Building on her tremendous success, Linda is continuing the friendly coffee meet-up in Cardiff on the first Sunday of each month. This event is clothing optional, so feel free to bring along that friend who hasn't quite taken the step yet.  
Nudie Dudie Swim Group - 3rd Sunday of the Month at the Llantwit Major Leisure Centre between 3.15pm and 4.30pm, then a meet and greet in a pub later.  
Naturist Camping Weekend – 17-20 May 2024 - Three nights camping near Neath Abbey, hopefully incorporating a naked walk, a beach visit and a Nudie Dudie Swim. There are 8 EHU pitches and 7 non-serviced pitches at this private site with toilets, showers and a large polytunnel  
Cambrian Mountains (pictured) Bunkhouse Naturist Weekend - 8 to 10 June 2024 - Organiser Bob has obtained access to a beautiful old Welsh cottage in the Cambrian Mountains where he promises “an escape from the pressures of life.” The Bunkhouse has 20 beds, cooking facilities and hot showers.  
Western Swimming Club holds a weekly swim on a Friday evening from 8:15pm to 10pm at Chepstow Leisure Centre.  
Day Visit to Steep Holm – 9 July 2024 - Steep Holm is a small island in the Bristol Channel. It lies offshore from Cardiff and Weston-Super-Mare. It’s isolated, has a fascinating history and lots of natural splendour. Access is via small boat and are leaving Cardiff at 07:30 and Weston Super Mare at 08:30.  
 
Photo by Michael Hamments on Unsplash

Best of British at Bournemouth!

Best of British at Bournemouth!

Wow!  What a weekend it was at The Suncliff Hotel Bournemouth for the first major BN LIVE event of 2024!  This was a fantastic short break that showered FUN and EXCITEMENT from the off.
Eagerly we entered the premises, to see so many smiling faces greeting us as we approached reception.  The process was unbelievably smooth and so, with our dining preferences sorted and photo wristbands collected, the weekend had started.  Eventually, ‘Clothes-Off’ time arrived, signalling us to free ourselves of the trappings of textile life and enter a bubble, (not to be confused with the dreaded Covid-type), where everyone was actually HAPPY, generating vibes that were quite something.
We were soon ravenously tucking into an amazing carvery, with three meats on offer and mounds of lovely veg.  After a scrumptious pudding, it was time to find a good spot in the bar for the evening’s entertainment - ‘The Beatles Experience’, an excellent tribute band who played (it seemed) almost every one of the Fab Four’s number one songs.  As usual at BN events, the dance floor was immediately crammed with happy, smiling, excited people giving it all they had.  Even once the band had departed the music continued, with a disco until late, and the dancing never stopped.
We awoke on Saturday to a bright sunny day and so many party-goers took advantage of the lovely weather and went for a stroll along the clifftop or into town.  We decided to try Meditation with Roy who carefully explained the difference between meditation and sleeping, before taking us through the process.  Soft music helps apparently, and it seemed to work for some, who reported seeing various colours appearing in their vision.  Macrame and other craft activities were laid on for us to try - as well as a dip in the hotel’s swimming pool - or we could go for The VR Experience. Ian Munt, BN Sports Officer, arranged a squash competition on the hotel’s courts which was well attended.  The afternoon brought us a fun quiz to test the old grey cells then we tried ‘Sit Down Circuits’ with Roy.  ‘It can’t be that bad if we’re sitting down,’ we thought, but no way was it easy and it was definitely painful, I can tell you, but apparently ‘there’s no gain without pain’.   As a reward, we ‘collapsed’ in the bar and listened to the excellent music of Phil Collins Tribute, the audience joining in with many of the well-known songs.  After another scrumptious dinner it was time for light-hearted bingo with some fantastic prizes before the music and dancing returned with the incredible Elton John tribute.  He was amazing, working his audience to a frenzy.  The whole place was alive with naked people dancing wherever there was a space.  Arms were raised punching the air, with everyone laughing, jumping up and down and generally having a fantastic time.  ‘Elton’ kept it going for much longer than his allotted time and seemed to be relishing every minute.  We were thoroughly exhausted by the time he did leave the stage but the music continued with a disco until late.
Sunday brought more meditation, sit-down exercises, and craft activities, but we tried indoor archery, which was more difficult than it appeared but great fun.  The VR experience was available to try again and there was always swimming, sauna or gym work available.  A pool competition was arranged in the bar followed by the obligatory Music Quiz which was testing but good fun.  After another tasty dinner we were entertained by Karaoke with some excellent singers - well done to them all.  Then‘Rod Stewart’, jumped on stage and of course, the dancing began immediately with many dancers accessorising with tartan caps, scarves, and spectacles.
Too soon it was Monday, boo, that brought the dreaded ‘Clothes-On’ call, and after a hearty breakfast it was time to bid our farewells and wend our way home.  Sad as this moment was, we were left with many wonderful memories of a magical weekend.  Well done Mark, your team of dedicated helpers and all the staff at the hotel.  We’ll be back next year to do it all again so come and join us.
 
Keith Bowman

Women in Focus podcast - new episode launches today!

Women in Focus podcast - new episode launches today!

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 aim to educate and inspire. We highlight the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women in Naturism. Promoting body acceptance and self love, we explore how women across the planet have shed their clothes and freed up their minds, leading them toward a more fulfilling life in all areas; one that no longer keeps them restricted - emotionally, mentally, physically, and in all other ways.
Episode three is available to listen to now and features Angela de la Cruz, a promoter of nudism and adventurer living in Guadalajara, Mexico. She also runs online clothing-optional Spanish language and yoga classes. She is fairly recent convert to naturism which helped her overcome the traumas of her past, reclaim her sense of self - and changed her life.
The BN Women in Focus podcast is available on the following platforms: 
https://open.spotify.com/show/6HtAQzJKLzJenc3Jjm9W3O
https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d0d17b7b-51c3-4caa-b890-9c8355289c9f/women-in-focus
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in-focus/id1717263257
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1Y4MelgLcBpA89zbKw7m_UW3xT4_1WZ6

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Events this weekend - and beyond!

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
February 2
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
The Big Quiz
February 2
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 2
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 2
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 2
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Sunnybroom Swim
February 3
Join us on the first Saturday of the month, year round.
Aberdeenshire
 
South Forest Swim
February 3
Early evening swim but book in advance as places limited to 60 people.
Nottinghamshire
 
Wirral Nats.
February 3
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire
 
Spectrum Swim
February 3
Club meets most Saturdays at the Morris Centre in Birmingham: please contact the club before attending.
West Midlands
 
Cardiff Coffee Group Meet Up
February 4
A clothing optional event to drink tea/coffee, chat & enjoy arts & crafts.
Glamorgan
 
ESN Swim at Seaford
February 4
A Sunday afternoon swim.
East Sussex
 
Ryedale Swim
February 4
Fortnightly swim, 3 to 5pm.
North Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 4
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists Swim
February 4
Family swim with 25m & children’s pools, sauna & steam rooms plus sports hall.  Refreshments available.
East Lothian
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
February 4
Join us for an evening swim in Kingsteignton.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim
February 4
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Tank Space Naked Photography
February 4
SOLD OUT
 
Plymouth Swim
February 5
Lane swim or just socialise with friends in the late evening session
Devon
 
Bristol Naked Swim
February 7
We meet every Wednesday from 9 ‘till 10, everyone welcome to swim & chat.
Avon
 
Manchester Male Naturist Swim
February 8
All men welcome, regardless of sexuality or difference, to our Thursday evening swims.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
February 9
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Club Naturel Swim
February 9
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 9
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 9
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 9
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
Wigton Swim
February 10
A monthly early afternoon skinny dip at the Wigton Pool.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford Swim
February 10
A change of venue for this second and fourth Saturday afternoon swim each month.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Swim & Gym
February 10
Monthly swim with a gym available plus refreshments.
Newcastle upon Tyne
 
Wirral Nats.
February 10
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire
 
Bircotes Swim
February 10
Swim, chat or play table tennis, badminton or use the sauna.
South Yorkshire
 
Spectrum Swim
February 10
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 11
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Severn Vale Swimming Club
February 11
Family friendly, 2 pools, water feature with floats & beach balls, steam room & sauna.
Gloucestershire
 
Northampton Sun Group
February 11
Access to 2 pools, use of a sauna, steam room, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms.
Northamptonshire
 
Sunday Swim
February 11
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
Plymouth Swim
February 12
Lane swim or just socialise with friends in the late evening session
Devon
 
Bristol Naked Swim
February 14
We meet every Wednesday from 9 ‘till 10, everyone welcome to swim & chat.
Avon
 
Manchester Male Naturist Swim
February 15
All men welcome, regardless of sexuality or difference, to our Thursday evening swims.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel Swim
February 16
Join our Friday swims in a private hire pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk
 
The Big Quiz
February 16
Test your knowledge in this friendly quiz.
Online
 
Ladies Only Swim
February 16
A ladies only, clothes optional swim in a private hire pool with hot tub & sauna
Norfolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
February 16
The WSC swim, sauna and steam room sessions takes place every Friday night.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swims
February 16
Join us at our Friday night swim to enjoy 'The WNSC Friday Feel Good Factor'! 
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 16
INA & INF members welcome to our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists.
Online
 
MSNC Swim
February 17
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
South Forest Swim
February 17
Family friendly early evening swim with pools, flume, sauna & Jacuzzi, booking recommended,
Nottinghamshire
 
Wirral Nats.
February 17
Early evening swim with ample facilities including main pool, water slide, sauna & steam rooms.
Cheshire W & Chester
 
Naked Dining
February 17
A dinner dance with entertainment; come for the event or the weekend.
Merseyside
 
Spectrum Swim
February 17
Early evening swim every Saturday.
Birmingham
 
Ryedale Swim
February 18
Fortnightly swim, 3 to 5pm.
North Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie Swim
February 18
Swim times 3.30 to 4.30.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
February 18
Weekly Sunday swims plus extra weekly activities, including Yoga, Pilates and life drawing.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists Swim
February 18
Family swim with 25m & children’s pools, sauna & steam rooms plus sports hall.  Refreshments available.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
February 18
Early evening meal, please book by Friday 16th.
South Glamorgan
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
February 18
Join us for an evening swim in Kingsteignton.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim
February 18
Scotland’s weekly naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus relaxation area.
Lanarkshire
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Latest INF Newsletter

Latest INF Newsletter

British Naturism is the UK member of the International Naturist Federation, the global organisation for Naturists that exists to represent, support and coordinate Naturist activity worldwide. If you are a BN member, you are automatically a member of the INF! You can find out more at inf-fni.com. 
Their newsletter - Focus - is published every two months and provides an update as to what’s going on in the INF and beyond
The latest issue is out now and is available from the BN website downloads section

The Forum Live - interviewing Ella Foote

The Forum Live - interviewing Ella Foote

Next Monday, 5 February, I will have the pleasure of talking to Ella Foote - author, editor and outdoor swimming expert. She is Editor at Outdoor Swimmer magazine, the world’s only monthly magazine dedicated to outdoor swimming.  She is also Director of Dip Advisor, a swim guiding business helping people enjoy wild water. Ella’s first book, How to Wild Swim: What to Know Before Taking the Plunge was published last year. Ella also teaches swimming to children and adults, is an Open Water Coach and RLSS Open Water Lifeguard.
A renowned swimming journalist Ella writes for all sorts of national media, often about swimming, environment, mental health or body image. She has had by-lines in The Guardian, The Times. Stylist Magazine, The Simple Things, Country File magazine and various smaller titles. She has appeared on several podcasts and has featured in a variety of television programmes.
An intrepid swim explorer, she is constantly seeking out new rivers, lakes, ponds, seas and pools to plunge into. She enjoys swimming in all seasons and has completed swims like an English Channel relay crossing, 24-hour swim challenge, the Thames Marathon 14k and the Dart 10k, as well as smaller more joyful dips and dunks across the country. You can follow her and her swimming on Instagram.
With one of our Campaigns for 2024 being related to Wild Swimming and the Great British Skinny Dip already listing more events than in previous years it's a great time for us to make links with people like Ella - and perhaps work on collaboration?
Join us on the night over in the BN shop