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MJ Urbanek Appointed Vice Chair of British Naturism

We are delighted to announce the appointment of MJ Urbanek as the new Vice Chair of British Naturism.

Many members will recognise MJ from his work as a warden at Sunfolk, where he regularly meets and supports members.  As part of Young British Naturism, MJ has been a familiar face at younger members’ events and, more recently, part of their delivery.  With a background in theatre and event management, he brings valuable skills in creativity and organisation to the board of British Naturism.

MJ’s onboarding was carefully planned. He spent time shadowing EC members and Directors to gain a full understanding of BN’s operations before stepping into the role. His co-option was confirmed by members at the AGM last weekend.

Passionate about encouraging younger generations, MJ will be working closely with YBN Leader Jon Ward and International Youth Officer James Shuttleworth. He also aims to strengthen Regional engagement, ensuring that local events and initiatives have a stronger voice within British Naturism’s national programme.

Please join us in welcoming MJ to his new role and wishing him every success as Vice Chair.

Introducing Lauren and Daniel of The Shibui Project – Leading British Naturism’s Marketing into a Bold New Era

We are delighted to welcome Lauren and Daniel, owners of The Shibui Project, as the new face of marketing for British Naturism.
When we began looking for fresh alternatives to support the organisation, we knew the challenge ahead would not be an easy one. Andrew set a very high standard during his many years with us, and following in his footsteps is no small task. But there was a second, deeper challenge too.
Despite decades of dedicated work, Naturism is still often misunderstood and seen by many as an alternative culture, and sometimes unfairly judged. Those who try Naturism quickly discover its real value: peace, wellbeing, respect, and the freedom to be truly themselves. But the wider perception can be negative, and that makes effective communication our highest priority.
That work is made harder by the restrictions of the most popular social media platforms. Honest depictions of the human body are suppressed, reinforcing stereotypes, while hostility is too often allowed to flourish unchecked.
That’s why we need specialists who understand what it takes to represent minority and even persecuted groups with strength, confidence, and credibility. And that’s why we turned to The Shibui Project.
Lauren and Daniel are renowned for bold, fearless campaigns that break stigma and invite everyone of all ages. They have worked with household names like Samsung, LUSH, and Cambridge Neuroscience, while also supporting holiday companies and music festivals – both key parts of the British Naturism experience.
But it is their work with LA Pride, UK Black Pride, and Pride in London that truly sets them apart. They know what it means to champion minority communities in the public eye, to turn barriers into opportunities, and to transform perception into acceptance.
As Lauren explains:
"Partnering with British Naturism feels like such a natural fit for us. The Shibui Project is all about celebrating individuality in our campaigns and working with BN is another great opportunity to show the world the positive impact on our lives naturism can provide."
Getting in touch with Lauren and Daniel is easy. You’ll find them on the members’ forum as @Marketing Manager, and they’re also listed in the Staff Directory.
• Magazine contributions: email magazine@bn.org.uk (submission guidelines: bn.org.uk/magazine-contributions)
• All other enquiries, including media requests: email marketing@bn.org.uk
Looking ahead, we want to expand our team of ambassadors to help with media requests and to represent Naturism across the country. We’re keen to hear from members of all backgrounds who would like to be part of this network. If that sounds like you, simply drop Lauren and Daniel a note.
With their guidance, British Naturism will take a bolder, more confident approach to telling our story – building on our strong media reputation while reaching new audiences. The message is simple but powerful: Naturism is for EveryBody.

Documentary Debut: Young UK Naturists Stand Up to Fight for their Rights and the Future of Naturism

A thought-provoking new documentary “Naturism – On the Way Out?” is now live on the European culture channel ARTE.tv.
The title is deliberately provocative, but it raises vital questions about how Naturism can remain relevant in the modern world – and how it can truly connect with younger generations.
Over the summer, we worked with the German production company behind the film to explore these issues. Director and filmmaker, Mariietta Schultz, first collaborated with Jeannette Langner, chair of Get Naked Germany, hearing how the increasing age of the Naturist population is leading to a steady decline. However, they then travelled to the UK to speak to the young Naturists who are not prepared to sit back and let that happen.
Leading those voices is Saoirse Newhouse, a 21-year-old university student who attended her first Naturist event only in May this year. Since then, she has become the face of TheNakedTruth campaign, creating content that celebrates the fun and benefits of Naturism while also tackling the deeper issues young adults face today:
“I have always been pretty confident in my own body, but that’s not true for everybody. I’ve spoken to a lot of people over the summer who have struggled with body confidence and found that Naturism has really helped them.”
Rae, a 19-year-old student who also took part in the filming, shared just such a journey:
“I really struggled with my body image around years 11, 12 and 13. But I’ve got over that now and feel pretty comfortable – and I hope other people can feel the same way. It’s a lot of working on yourself, it has to come from within you.”
Naturism can’t provide instant solutions, but it does offer something rare – a space to escape judgement, to rediscover yourself, and to grow in confidence.
For Saoirse, Naturism has also become a quiet act of rebellion against the pressures and double standards of society:
“One of the things that really bothers me is the difference in standards between men’s and women’s bodies. Particularly nipples. Why are my nipples sexualised so that I can’t dress how I want?”
She points out that both body image and gender inequality are tied to one powerful influence in young people’s lives – social media:
“There are double standards on social media. If you are beautiful and an influencer you can do whatever you want. But if you are, well, a normal human being you can’t show yourself without being banned. Therefore, there are loads of artificial images of what bodies supposedly look like, so people’s self-belief is destroyed. At the same time, women’s bodies are sexualised so we’re more and more restricted in how we behave. We just want to be ourselves and live our own lives.”
These views are far from unique. They reflect broader issues that matter deeply to Generation Z, and understanding them is key if Naturism is to move forward.
By giving space to these conversations, the documentary challenges us to think differently.
Take a look – it might just cause you to stop and think.
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Events this weekend - and beyond!

Our 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. And if you go to an event and have a blast (well, you will), please consider writing about it for this website, BN magazine, as a blog on the Members’ Forum - or all three!

Highlights
This weekend! Naked Heart Walk at Powderham Castle

All the links you need
Follow this link to find about other ‘special’ events that might need a bit of planning ahead.
Want to know what’s happening near you? Add your postcode, set the distance and reveal all the events within that radius.

Don’t forget that there are some events which require no travel - British Naturism’s online events - there are 15 every week! Get fit, chill out and/or chat with other members.
You can use the ‘search’ option at the top of the page and find anything you want  in events - in fact, the whole website - using a keyword. This is particularly useful for finding repeating events too - for example if you spot a swim you’d like to attend but can’t make the next date, use the keyword search to find the dates for the whole series!

You can also home in on the kind of event you want to find out about! You’ll find calendars dedicated to:
Major British Naturism events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/major/
Special Events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/special/
The Great British Skinny Dip - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/gbsd/
Naked Heart Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/nhw/
Swims - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/swim/
Sports - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/sport/
Fitness - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/fitness/
Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/walk/
Holidays - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/holiday/
Online - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/online/
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Download starting now...

Did you know that a wide variety of items are available to download from this website? Many of them are for members' only (sorry about that, but you know what to do if that's not you) but not all.
The section includes legal guides, our media briefing and How to Talk About Naturism guide, plenty of information on volunteering, minutes of meetings and BN's annual reports.
Best of all is that every BN magazine since 2004 is available in digital format. There's even a searchable index of all the magazine contents pages back to 2013 so you find the content that appeals to you.
Find all the downloads here

The London Swim - going strong

Back in May, we brought you the news that for the first time in a few years, there was going to be a central London Naturist swim! At the time of the launch, the swim took place on a Sunday, but such was the popularity, Saturday night was soon added.
I caught up with organiser and host Paul who told me 'The swim is doing ok and picking up after the expected quieter time over the summer. There is a huge trend to book last minute which can be a little disconcerting but we we get there on the day! There has been a lot more gym usage in recent sessions which is good to see.'
Let's make good use of it! Find all the details on the BN calendar

Support our Advertisers!

Anyone who uses the internet regularly will know that you can't get away from people and companies trying to sell you things. There are some sites that feel like 99% advertising and 1% actual content. 
We also feature advertisements (although amongst some great content...) across the range of BN platforms but we want to encourage you to check them out. Advertising space is taken by Naturists for Naturists. Let’s support each other and make sure those businesses thrive!
Don’t forget to look at the listings on our holidays page.  
Our friends will really appreciate you clicking on their adverts on this site and visiting their websites. We know they are all ready, willing and able to handle your enquiries about the holidays you may take in the future. 
Thanks to all of them for the financial support they give us which helps us in the furtherance of Naturism in the UK. 
If you are a potential advertiser, here are the details of how to advertise. 

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Our 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. And if you go to an event and have a blast (well, you will), please consider writing about it for this website, BN magazine, as a blog on the Members’ Forum - or all three!

All the links you need
Follow this link to find about other ‘special’ events that might need a bit of planning ahead.
Want to know what’s happening near you? Add your postcode, set the distance and reveal all the events within that radius.

Don’t forget that there are some events which require no travel - British Naturism’s online events - there are 15 every week! Get fit, chill out and/or chat with other members.
You can use the ‘search’ option at the top of the page and find anything you want  in events - in fact, the whole website - using a keyword. This is particularly useful for finding repeating events too - for example if you spot a swim you’d like to attend but can’t make the next date, use the keyword search to find the dates for the whole series!

You can also home in on the kind of event you want to find out about! You’ll find calendars dedicated to:
Major British Naturism events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/major/
Special Events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/special/
The Great British Skinny Dip - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/gbsd/
Naked Heart Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/nhw/
Swims - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/swim/
Sports - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/sport/
Fitness - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/fitness/
Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/walk/
Holidays - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/holiday/
Online - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/online/
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Ready to Flirt again?

Forgive the provocative title - Flirt is the name of a café and bar in Bournemouth and on Saturday 11 October, we'll be hosting our third naked evening there.
Earlier this year, on the second visit, 50 people thoroughly enjoyed the quiz and social evening and we're looking forward to welcoming more people for more of the same in October. Both food and drink will be available.
Find out more including how to book your place, over on the BN calendar

Naked Heart Yoga!

If a naked walk in the grounds of an actual real-life castle raising funds for the British Heart Foundation with an optional (and also naked) cream tea in the castle itself weren't enough, a free yoga session has been arranged!
The walk takes place next week on 27 September.

Keeping that Profile High!

We sure get a lot of attention paid to British Naturism and our activities by the media! It's a two-way street - sometimes they come to us, sometimes we issue information - but we have developed such an effective way of dealing with requests quickly and efficiently as well as having so much to talk about that I count at least 20 occasions this summer when BN has been featured in the press - and much of it national. There are organisations and companies far bigger than us - and with larger financial resources - who would give a great deal to have such a profile. And remember that we don't have to pay for it.
Thank you to all the media-friendly members who not only help to spread the word, but are willing to be front and centre, loud and proud, talking about Naturism, educating people and bringing understanding - as well as inspiring others to give it a try.
Lately we've been trailing a new TV documentary on the Arte channel and many of you will have seen the reference in last week's ezine to my appearance with the 'Naked Chef' on Heart Radio last week. Following a visit by BBC 3 Counties Radio to the Naked Heart Walk at College Lakes in Tring, Hertfordshire which led to a broadcast the following day, the presenter decided also to write an article, and it ended up on the BBC News pages! Well done to all involved, especially Amanda who has only been a Naturist for a matter of months.
Members can keep up to date with media activity and comment on it in the Members' Area

Main image: Justin Dealey BBC

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Our 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. And if you go to an event and have a blast (well, you will), please consider writing about it for this website, BN magazine, as a blog on the Members’ Forum - or all three!

Highlights
This Saturday afternoon - the Great British Skinny Dip at Wigton, Cumbria, hosted by the venue themselves inspired by the first GBSD there 6 years ago - https://www.bn.org.uk/events/event/9287-wigton-gbsd/
Sunday evening - another Naked Heart Walk at Leonardslee Gardens in West Sussex https://www.bn.org.uk/events/event/8995-leonardslee-gardens-naked-heart-walk-2/ and in a couple of  weeks time, another - the last of the year - at Devon’s Powderham Castle - https://www.bn.org.uk/events/event/8985-powderham-castle-naked-heart-walk/
As usual, you’ll find plenty of nude swims to go to plus socials, walks, sports events and online events, this weekend and through next week - https://www.bn.org.uk/events/

All the links you need
Follow this link to find about other ‘special’ events that might need a bit of planning ahead.
Want to know what’s happening near you? Add your postcode, set the distance and reveal all the events within that radius.

Don’t forget that there are some events which require no travel - British Naturism’s online events - there are 15 every week! Get fit, chill out and/or chat with other members.
You can use the ‘search’ option at the top of the page and find anything you want  in events - in fact, the whole website - using a keyword. This is particularly useful for finding repeating events too - for example if you spot a swim you’d like to attend but can’t make the next date, use the keyword search to find the dates for the whole series!

You can also home in on the kind of event you want to find out about! You’ll find calendars dedicated to:
Major British Naturism events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/major/
Special Events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/special/
The Great British Skinny Dip - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/gbsd/
Naked Heart Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/nhw/
Swims - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/swim/
Sports - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/sport/
Fitness - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/fitness/
Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/walk/
Holidays - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/holiday/
Online - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/online/
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Reminder - Naked Heart Walk at Powderham Castle - 27 September

Don't forget that our final Naked Heart Walk (NHW) of 2025 takes place in Devon in a couple of weeks time. Tickets still available - have you bought yours? Remember that all NHWs are clothes-optional and so there is no excuse not to bring friends and family. It's all in a good cause, for British Naturism's charity partner, British Heart Foundation.
The venue is the stunning Powderham Castle with walks around the grounds with castle views followed by cream tea inside the building - and, yes, you can stay naked!
Find out more and book your place here!

Great British Skinny Dip at Findhorn beach

Twenty six dippers enjoyed the third Great British Skinny Dip (GBSD) event at Findhorn, on the Moray Firth, Scotland, writes organiser Alan Ellison. Two were just out for a walk along the beach when they decided to join in and this inspired another to strip off and run into the sea!
This year we enjoyed warn sunshine with a gentle breeze generating some great waves for splashing around.
The dolphins didn’t show (again) but a curious seal popped up to see what on earth was going on.
On the day, we raised £208.50 for the Findhorn Dunes Trust to support their work in caring for this fragile environment.

Nudism on the Verge of Extinction

This Friday, the 12th September, a new documentary on Naturism will be released on the European culture channel ARTE.tv.
This summer we worked with a German production company exploring one of the biggest challenges facing Naturism today – how to engage young adults. While national surveys in both the UK and France show that attitudes towards social nudity are broadly positive, Naturist federations are struggling to attract younger members. Without them, the organisations that protect our freedoms are at risk.
The production team collaborated with Jeannette Langner, chair of Get Naked Germany, to set out the problems faced by organised Naturism across mainland Europe, before travelling to the UK to explore the other side of the story – the young Naturists themselves.
Leading those conversations is Saoirse Newhouse, a university student who discovered Naturism only recently. This summer she has been creating content for TheNakedTruth campaign and attending most of our events. The crew followed Saoirse to capture her experiences and, crucially, her perspective as part of Generation Z.
We have not yet seen the final cut, but we are confident this documentary will ask tough questions and shine a light on the challenges Naturism faces in a changing world. Just as importantly, it will highlight the insights of the generation who must carry the movement forward. Naturism has so much to offer young people – the challenge lies in presenting those opportunities in ways that truly resonate with them.
That’s why we were so keen to support a documentary that tackles these issues head-on. Only by being honest can we move forward.

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Our 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. And if you go to an event and have a blast (well, you will), please consider writing about it for this website, BN magazine, as a blog on the Members’ Forum - or all three!

Highlights
There’s a big GBSD weekend this weekend in Northern Ireland with a camping event preceding the dip at Portstewart.
Tomorrow - College Lake Naked Heart Walk in Hertfordshire and a Great British Skinny Dip at Arundel Lido, West Sussex
Looking forward to next weekend, there’s a special event, a holistic weekend, at British Naturism Sunfolk.
As usual, you’ll find plenty of nude swims to go to plus socials, walks, sports events and online events, this weekend and through next week - https://www.bn.org.uk/events/

***Stop Press***
Tickets for Nudefest 2026 are on sale! Visit nudefest.co.uk to secure your place now. The website will be fully updated soon but we can tell you about some of the entertainment already:
Tuesday - Dr Fraggle Band
Wednesday - Comedy Night & Boomin
Thursday - Dr & The Medics
Friday - Dance Anthems with Paul Chuckle (DJ Set)
Saturday - Black Lace & Village People

All the links you need
Follow this link to find about other ‘special’ events that might need a bit of planning ahead.
Want to know what’s happening near you? Add your postcode, set the distance and reveal all the events within that radius.

Don’t forget that there are some events which require no travel - British Naturism’s online events - there are 15 every week! Get fit, chill out and/or chat with other members.
You can use the ‘search’ option at the top of the page and find anything you want  in events - in fact, the whole website - using a keyword. This is particularly useful for finding repeating events too - for example if you spot a swim you’d like to attend but can’t make the next date, use the keyword search to find the dates for the whole series!

You can also home in on the kind of event you want to find out about! You’ll find calendars dedicated to:
Major British Naturism events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/major/
Special Events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/special/
The Great British Skinny Dip - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/gbsd/
Naked Heart Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/nhw/
Swims - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/swim/
Sports - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/sport/
Fitness - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/fitness/
Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/walk/
Holidays - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/holiday/
Online - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/online/
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Women in Focus podcast - new episode!

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.
In Episode 22 of Women in Focus we return to the Free the Nipple debate, as Helen catches up with Fiona Discombe. Together they reflect on how society continues to police women’s bodies, why television rules still draw arbitrary lines, and what genuine equality might look like in practice.
The main conversation is closer to home: Helen sits down with her step-daughter Lizzie for an open, good-humoured discussion about growing up with a Naturist father, navigating labels, and the curious mix of body positivity, confidence and fashion that shapes her life. Lizzie’s outlook — relaxed, pragmatic, and often very funny — offers a refreshing counterpoint to the usual noise around body image.
It's reflective without being heavy. It's about ordinary family life, generational differences, and the simple act of growing up comfortable in your own skin.
Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts - launching Saturday 6 September
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

BN245 - Autumn

The Autumn issue of our members' magazine is out now!
As always, it’s chock-full of news, information, listings and fully illustrated features and articles.
Contents include:
All the events you can look forward to and a round-up of everything that’s been happening – including a massive bunch of summer events
British Naturism Sunfolk – officially open!
No Clothes, No Worries: A Naturist’s Guide to Remote Rannoch Moor
Reaching the Next Generation: How TheNakedTruth is changing the conversation
A New Chapter for BN Media and Marketing
Why We Love Being Members of Yorkshire Sun Society
How to Swim Wild, by Ella Foote: A book review
Sports Round-up: All the latest on BN’s sports activities, including the National Pétanque Tournament 2025
In travel, we check out Gran Canaria, Menorca, New Zealand, Scandinavia – and much more

BN245 will soon be landing on the doormats of members of British Naturism who can also download a digital version as well as downloading all issues of our celebrated magazine back to 2004! There's also a topic open for you to share your views with other members (log in required).
Not a member and would like a copy? It’s easy to join us now!

Reminder - Naked Heart Walk at Leonardslee Garden - 14 September

Our second Naked Heart Walk of 2025 at the wonderful Leonardslee Gardens in West Sussex takes place the weekend after next on Sunday 14 September.
Around 70 walkers took part in the first clothes-free charity event, back in June, raising a brilliant £1,258 for BN's charity partner the British Heart Foundation.
The gardens themselves were in full bloom, with bursts of colour from late-season rhododendrons, camellias, and the iconic rock garden providing the perfect backdrop. Local sculptures dotted throughout the grounds added a creative flair, plus the added treat of a Dolls' House Exhibition.
The café offers a selection of drinks and snacks, including delicious vegan and dairy-free options.
Find out more and book your place here!

Image: ARB

Wellington Naturist Club's 75th Birthday - and you're invited!

Wellington Naturist Club (WNC) is based 30 minutes North of Wellington, New Zealand’s Capital City, writes club treasurer Andy. The club is accessible from Wellington by road, rail or bus and sits just off state highway two, one of the main arterial routes heading North from Wellington and the Inter-island ferries, and offers an ideal stop over when heading in either direction.
We celebrate our 75th anniversary in November 2025, and would love to welcome visitors from the UK and join with them in the many activities planned at the club across the month!
The history of the Wellington Naturist Club is, to a large extent, the history of Naturism in New Zealand. The Club’s founder, the late Percy W. Cousins, was also the founder of organised nudism in this country in the 1930s.
In the 1930s, Percy and his family embarked on annual clothes-free vacations, 40 miles from the nearest shop, relying on a rifle and fishing line for meat, with other provisions being transported alongside children and camping gear. The growing popularity of naturism after the war led to the official establishment of the Wellington Sun Club in 1950.
Following two relocations, the club settled at its current site, and subsequently acquired two adjacent properties. Today, it spans nearly five hectares of serene and picturesque landscape.
We offer accommodation options in five high-quality cabins and numerous powered and unpowered camper, caravan or tent sites. Visitors should plan to spend at least a couple of nights as there are many options to enjoy time either at the club or within a few minutes’ walk, cycle or drive from the club.
Guests can relax on one of our many high-quality loungers around the pool or bring their own chairs or rugs onto our extensive lawn areas.  Our outdoor pool is open most of the year, heated to around 25-30 degrees from November to May.  There is also an outdoor Hot tub (39C), Indoor Spa and Sauna. Many sports are available, with members regularly playing Pickleball, Kubb, Three down, and Pétanque.  Other equipment available for visitor and member use includes indoor bowls, pool table, table tennis, darts, croquet & miniten. Social events are held regularly.
Within at most a twenty-five minute drive, holidaymakers will find plenty to keep them occupied, including Te Marua golf course, right across the main State Highway 2 road; Kaitoke Regional Park, with ancient rainforests and the home of Rivendell from The Lord of the Rings; Riemutaka rail trail, dating from 1878, which is now a gently graded 18 km walk, run or mountain bike ride; Pakuratahi Forest; Wellington River rafting, including Wilderness Whitewater Rafting, Exciting Canyoning, Scenic Family Rafting and epic multi activity packages; Craft Breweries in Brewtown, with award-winning craft beer and food to satisfy any appetite; Mount Climie, a popular trail for backpacking, hiking, and walking; Tunnel Gully, a popular recreation area with native trees, such as kahikatea, matai, rimu and tawa; and Staglands Wildlife Reserve, where visitors can feed and freely interact with wildlife.

www.wellingtonnaturists.co.nz

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Our 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. And if you go to an event and have a blast (well, you will), please consider writing about it for this website, BN magazine, as a blog on the Members’ Forum - or all three!

Highlights
There are two big events to look out for tomorrow - a second visit to the lovely Burrows Gardens in Derbyshire and the most northerly Great British Skinny Dip (GBSD) at Findhorn beach in Scotland
There’s a big GBSD weekend next weekend in Northern Ireland with a camping event preceding the dip at Portstewart.
Regular swimmers at the Worsley, Manchester event (and there always a lot of you) should also note that tomorrow’s swim has been postponed until the following weekend.
As usual, you’ll find plenty of nude swims to go to plus socials, walks, sports events and online events, this weekend and through next week - https://www.bn.org.uk/events/
In case you think you might have missed it, the BN ezine team are on a summer break this week...


All the links you need
Follow this link to find about other ‘special’ events that might need a bit of planning ahead.
Want to know what’s happening near you? Add your postcode, set the distance and reveal all the events within that radius.

Don’t forget that there are some events which require no travel - British Naturism’s online events - there are 15 every week! Get fit, chill out and/or chat with other members.
You can use the ‘search’ option at the top of the page and find anything you want  in events - in fact, the whole website - using a keyword. This is particularly useful for finding repeating events too - for example if you spot a swim you’d like to attend but can’t make the next date, use the keyword search to find the dates for the whole series!

You can also home in on the kind of event you want to find out about! You’ll find calendars dedicated to:
Major British Naturism events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/major/
Special Events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/special/
The Great British Skinny Dip - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/gbsd/
Naked Heart Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/nhw/
Swims - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/swim/
Sports - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/sport/
Fitness - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/fitness/
Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/walk/
Holidays - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/holiday/
Online - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/online/
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Naked at the Museum - have you booked?

SW regional events organiser Keith Bowman writes:
Come and join me for our first event at The Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery on the evening of Saturday 13 September; a naked visit to this wonderful place and immerse yourself in the history of Devon and surrounding areas over millions of years of evolution. 
This amazing museum is a little gem hidden away in the narrow streets of Exeter, the county town.  Learn about traditions and practices of other ancient and modern cultures around the world over the ages as you stroll through the world cultures gallery with like-minded other guests.
Click here for more information including how to buy your ticket!
I look forward to seeing you!

Image: Matt Austin

New Naked Heart Walk in Hertfordshire!

We're delighted to bring news of a new Naked Heart Walk for 2025, raising money for our charity partner British Heart Foundation.
It takes place at College Lake, near Tring in Hertfordshire on Saturday 6 September.
College Lake is one of the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust's flagship nature reserves and supports more than 1,000 different wildlife species. The venue is ideal for a Naked Heart Walk as it is a circular self-guided walk on a gentle footpath with way markers. There is a shop, ample parking and toilets. Naked Heart Walks are clothing optional to encourage attendance - and so you are welcome to complete the walk by yourself or bring friends. There will be three walks to choose from.
Find out more and book your tickets here!

One Million Reasons Why TheNakedTruth Matters

TheNakedTruth social media campaign has skyrocketed far beyond what we dreamed of at its launch, giving us an incredible new platform to share the benefits of Naturism and reach people in fresh ways.
As of today, TheNakedTruth attracts well over a million hits per month. That’s more visibility than much of our mainstream media engagement, and it’s reaching younger audiences though the channels and in the places where they already spend their time. In fact, 27% of our audience is aged 25–34, and another 27% is 35–44. That means over half a million young adults are engaging with our content every month.
Launched in 2024, TheNakedTruth shares short video soundbites on Instagram, telling real stories about Naturism, giving tips for newcomers, and showing the positive impact it has on people’s lives. While some content comes from our seasoned members, the heart of the campaign is led by younger voices, tackling the issues facing their own generation.
After a year and a half of steady building, the campaign has reached a turning point. Engagement has surged, content has diversified, and the impact is clear: people are hungry for a better, freer way to live.
The big question now is what comes next. We know Naturism can help people improve self-worth, boost mental wellbeing, and find community. With the right opportunities, we have the potential to make a real difference in people’s lives — and that’s worth working for.

Events this weekend - and beyond!

Our 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. And if you go to an event and have a blast (well, you will), please consider writing about it for this website, BN magazine, as a blog on the Members’ Forum - or all three!

Highlights
Today! A swim at Petersfield Lido and, as usual, you’ll find plenty of nude swims to go to plus socials, walks, sports events and online events, this weekend and through next week - https://www.bn.org.uk/events/

All the links you need
Follow this link to find about other ‘special’ events that might need a bit of planning ahead.
Want to know what’s happening near you? Add your postcode, set the distance and reveal all the events within that radius.

Don’t forget that there are some events which require no travel - British Naturism’s online events - there are 15 every week! Get fit, chill out and/or chat with other members.
You can use the ‘search’ option at the top of the page and find anything you want  in events - in fact, the whole website - using a keyword. This is particularly useful for finding repeating events too - for example if you spot a swim you’d like to attend but can’t make the next date, use the keyword search to find the dates for the whole series!

You can also home in on the kind of event you want to find out about! You’ll find calendars dedicated to:
Major British Naturism events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/major/
Special Events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/special/
The Great British Skinny Dip - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/gbsd/
Naked Heart Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/nhw/
Swims - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/swim/
Sports - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/sport/
Fitness - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/fitness/
Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/walk/
Holidays - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/holiday/
Online - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/online/
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

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