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Tickets for NKD 2026, the UK’s premier naturist youth festival, are officially on sale. If you have been waiting to secure your place, now is the time to book.
NKD is a community driven celebration of naturist living, created especially for younger naturists and those new to clothes free experiences. Hosted by British Naturism, the festival provides a welcoming, inclusive and respectful environment where attendees can connect, relax and embrace body positivity.
When and Where
NKD 2026 takes place from 23rd to 27th May 2026 at a beautiful woodland site near Poole in Dorset, United Kingdom.
The countryside setting offers the perfect backdrop for a relaxed and social festival atmosphere, combining nature, community and freedom in one memorable long weekend.
What to Expect
NKD offers a varied programme of activities and social events, including:
Yoga and wellness sessions
A waterpark outing included with every pass
Evenings around the fire pit
Silent discos and DJ sets
Outdoor games, crafts and group activities
Relaxed social spaces and woodland walks
Proper on site facilities including showers and toilets
You can take part in as much or as little as you like. Whether you prefer a full schedule of activities or a quiet spot to unwind and socialise, NKD gives you the space to choose your own pace.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available now through the official booking platform at Naked Tickets. Capacity is limited and previous events have sold out, so early booking is strongly recommended.
Please note that membership of British Naturism or an affiliated organisation may be required to attend, so check the booking details carefully before purchasing.
Why Attend NKD
NKD is more than just a festival. It is an opportunity to build confidence, make new friends and experience naturism in a supportive and vibrant environment. For many attendees, it becomes a highlight of the year and a place where lasting friendships are formed.
If you are curious about naturism or already part of the community, NKD 2026 is your chance to be part of something special. Secure your ticket now and start planning your festival experience.
https://www.nakedtickets.co.uk/

We’re excited to announce that the British Naturism Annual Guide 2026 is now available to order! This fully updated guide is an essential resource for anyone interested in naturism in the UK, whether you’re new to the lifestyle or a long-standing member of the community. Order your free physical copy or download it digitally.
Packed with practical information, helpful insights, and guidance on getting involved, the Annual Guide makes it easy to explore and share naturism confidently. From tips on joining clubs and swims to advice for introducing social nudity in your local area, the guide provides accurate and positive information for all.
Thousands of printed copies are being distributed to clubs, swims, and events across the UK. You can also order your own copy to have on hand at home, for friends, or to share with anyone curious about naturism.
If you’ve ever wanted a clear, approachable, and trustworthy introduction to naturism, the BN Annual Guide 2026 is the perfect place to start. Don’t miss out – order your copy here today and help spread the word about naturism in the UK!

We have some exciting news that now makes it possible to make money from being a member of British Naturism
We’re excited to announce Perks at Work as a brand-new membership benefit for British Naturism.
Perks at Work is an exclusive online discount platform giving you money back on your weekly shopping and access to private pricing on everything from travel and home appliances to cinema tickets and everyday essentials.  Think of it as your one-stop shop for British Naturism member savings.
And yes — it really can save you more than your membership fee.
Saving Money on Everyday Purchases
The easiest and most powerful benefit comes through WOWPoints.
 
Here’s how it works:
Through Perks at Work, you purchase retailer gift cards.  For every £1 you spend, you earn 1 WOWPoint, and each WOWPoint is worth 1p.  That’s an immediate 1% cashback.
 
But it gets better.  Most retailers don’t offer just 1x WOWPoints.  Many offer 2x, 4x — sometimes even 6x.  That means you could effectively be getting up to 6% cashback.
And we’re not talking about obscure products you’ll never buy.  We’re talking about your weekly supermarket shop at:
Tesco
Sainsbury's
Asda
Marks & Spencer (if you’re posh)
I’ve been trialling this while we set everything up, and I have already saved more than my annual membership fee through supermarket WOWPoints alone.
Gift cards can be digital (perfect for paying on your phone) or physical if you prefer.  Download the app, log in, and your purchased cards appear instantly in your wallet.  You earn WOWPoints when you buy the card, then use those points toward your next purchase.
It’s simple.  It’s practical.  And it works.
Something Special
Beyond WOWPoints, Perks at Work offers direct discounts across categories including:
Groceries
Meal prep services
Appliances
Electronics
Travel
Much more
These offers change regularly and can be significantly larger than WOWPoint savings.  If you’re planning a bigger purchase, it is absolutely worth checking the platform first, you might access employee pricing or special private deals.
Enjoying Yourself
The savings don’t stop at shopping.
You can:
Get discounted coffee shop gift cards
Save on cinema tickets
Cut the cost of hotel stays — potentially by hundreds of pounds
Access discounted flights, such as through Expedia
With bigger purchases, even small percentage discounts add up quickly, and some of these aren’t small at all.
“But I Want to Do Stuff, Not Buy Stuff!”
Remarkably, Perks at Work is more than a discount portal.
The Community Online Academy offers free online classes; live and on demand.  Whether you fancy doing yoga or Pilates, or learning Spanish or even accountancy, there’s a huge range available.
They’re mainstream rather than Naturist, but they open up a world of opportunities for members at no additional cost.
How It Works
There is one crucial requirement if you want to take advantage of all this:
You need to be a member of British Naturism.

Each member has a unique 20-digit Perks at Work Identity Number.  If you are already a member, you’ll find it on the Perks at Work tab of your membership profile once you are logged in.  Use that number to create your Perks at Work account, and the system will recognise your eligibility.
 
Full step-by-step instructions are available on the British Naturism members' forum here.
Why This Matters
This benefit fundamentally changes the value equation of membership.
It is not only possible, but very likely your savings will exceed your membership fee.  In other words, it has just become cheaper to be a member than not.
 So if you were previously a member, rejoin to gain the benefits. If you have never been a member, this is a great chance to join and be part of the Naturist community while saving a bit of money along the way. And don’t forget to tell your friends because we want every Naturist to feel the benefit.
So get online, create your Perks at Work account, and start saving today.
It has been a remarkable week at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC. We’ve been coming here for several years, but this year felt different…
As always, we spoke to thousands of visitors. As always, it was a joy to speak to many of our members outside our native habitat. And as always, many who stopped had no prior connection with Naturism at all, just curiosity and a willingness to talk.
But this year can be summed up in two words: Depth and Desperation.
There is a sense that the world is shifting. Uncertainty hangs in the air. Tempers feel shorter. Tolerance feels thinner. Naturists, like many others, are feeling the effect. It has created a quiet urgency in each of us to understand where we stand and how we protect the values that matter most.
That urgency showed up in our conversations.
We spoke to people whose self-esteem was shattered. People who would never consider Naturism because they were “too ugly.” People who knew only that they were discontent with their lives. Conversations started slowly: first admitting unhappiness in their bodies, next recognising some of the reasons, then wondering how those feelings might be addressed, before starting to accept that they might be more capable and more valuable than they had allowed themselves to believe.
These weren’t the quick pleasantries of previous years; this was the careful unpacking of a person’s psyche. In one case, a conversation lasted three quarters of an hour as someone explored their beliefs about themselves and their place in the world. And something unexpected happened: others gathered. What began as one-to-one discussions became almost communal reflections. People weren’t listening out of idle curiosity, they were hearing their own fears voiced by someone brave enough to articulate them.
Again and again, individuals who walked past convinced they would “never do something like that” left with literature and a wish to explore further.
Through the week, one underlying theme became clearer. We are beginning to recognise that the world may not be as tolerant or as fair as we once persuaded ourselves it was. Antagonism has become more visible. Discrimination feels less hidden. The exploitation of vulnerable people is harder to ignore. The differing lived experiences of men and women are being more obvious.
These are large societal challenges. Why should Naturism have anything to say about them?
Because when we remove the layers, quite literally, something shifts. Social status markers are removed. Objectification decreases. Those who need support receive it, rather than being treated as lesser beings. Discrimination does not disappear entirely, but it is markedly reduced. Neurodiversity has been a common topic. Many with autism or ADHD feel at home in Naturist spaces because acceptance is higher.
If we are to preserve our shared humanity, then we cannot ignore these broader questions. We must challenge discrimination constructively, seeking solutions rather than creating new divides.
Another noticeable change this year was age.
The show is family-friendly and kids are drawn to our colour and enthusiasm. It also helps that we have sweets. That hasn’t changed and we have had a lot of great exchanges with parents. But there was something different among the young teenagers. It felt as though many have sensed, perhaps subconsciously, that the world will not automatically protect them. They have picked up literature and used it to draw their parents into conversations – parents who themselves were embarrassed and wanted to walk on by.
Bob Dylan told us that “The Times They Are A-Changin'.” It seems that they are a-changin’ fast and it is those who will live in this new world that are reacting first.
So what did we achieve this week at the NEC?
Did we promote Naturism? Yes.
But perhaps we did something more significant.
We became a foundation where deeper anxieties could be voiced and examined. A reminder that acceptance is possible. A demonstration that equality can be lived, not just debated.
This does not feel like a moment for retreating inward and just protecting our own interests. The values at the heart of Naturism; equality, acceptance, authenticity, respect, are not just characteristics of our community. They are needed.
Perhaps the time has come not just to practise them quietly, but to stand for them confidently.
 
We’ve received an exciting request from Ian Munt, BN Sports Officer, who is currently seeking an umpire for an exciting upcoming international pétanque event.
The International Pétanque Competition will take place at the Naturist Foundation in Kent from 3rd to 5th July.
This promises to be a fantastic weekend of competitive pétanque, welcoming players from across the international naturist community. It’s always a friendly yet competitive atmosphere, and the event plays an important role in the wider pétanque calendar.
👀 We’re Looking for an Umpire
Ian is currently struggling to secure an umpire for the weekend and is reaching out to the wider pétanque community for support.
If you are:
An experienced club player
Knowledgeable about competition rules
Confident in managing matches and resolving disputes
Interested in supporting an international event
…this could be a great opportunity to get involved.
💚 What’s Offered
To ensure there are no out-of-pocket costs, the organiser will cover:
Camping for the weekend
Food throughout the event
This makes it a fantastic opportunity to support the sport while enjoying a fully hosted weekend in Kent.
🙏 Can You Help?
If you’ve umpired before — or feel ready to step into the role — your support would be hugely appreciated. Events like this rely on volunteers and experienced players stepping forward to keep competitions running smoothly.
If you’re interested or would like more details, please get in touch and we’ll connect you directly with Ian.
Let’s help ensure this international competition runs smoothly and successfully!
We’re at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the National Exhibition Centre, and with around 100,000 people expected through the doors, the scale of the opportunity is incredible.
All week, Martha, Pam, Mark B and Mark W are having uplifting, honest conversations about self-belief, about what happens when we loosen the grip of self-criticism and start accepting ourselves as the brilliant, capable people we already are.
What’s been especially powerful is that we’re not selling anything. We’re not asking for money. We’re simply offering a conversation, an invitation to consider a different way of relating to your body, your confidence and your mental wellbeing. That makes the space feel open, safe and refreshingly pressure-free. People really respond to that.
At the start of the week we launched the long-form video following Saoirse through her first Naturist experience, giving those who want a deeper insight the chance to see what really happens and what it genuinely feels like to dip your toe in for the first time. If you haven’t seen it yet, you can watch it here.
TheNakedTruth campaign is also coming into its own. We speak to many people, particularly women, who say, “I couldn’t do that.” You can often see the conflict in their eyes, the curiosity alongside the fear. For some, even taking a simple guide feels like a step too far. But they’ll take a business card with a QR code to the videos… and then, sometimes later that day, they come back.
In a world that constantly tells us we’re not enough, not fit enough, not successful enough, not polished enough, standing here and saying, “You’re already okay. You can let go,” feels quietly radical. And watching someone’s shoulders relax when that message lands? That’s the real impact.
It’s a privilege to be here. It’s energising. And it’s genuinely thrilling to see the small but meaningful shifts that can happen in just a short chat.
If you’re visiting the show this week, come and say hello, we’d love to see you.

Our promotional work is in full throttle right now, taking the message and benefits of Naturism firmly into the public eye.
All this week, we’re at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the NEC, talking to thousands of visitors about opportunities to escape the pressures of everyday life by simply taking their clothes off. If you’re visiting the show, come and say hello on stand 4049.
Tomorrow, we have something really big launching from TheNakedTruth. Saoirse has been quietly working on this behind the scenes for a while now, and we’re excited to finally share it. Check back tomorrow, you won’t want to miss this one
Looking further ahead, preparations are moving quickly for the Human First photographic project. Human First challenges people to think about equality through a large-scale art installation in London this October. Participants are already being confirmed, ideas are evolving fast, and fundraising is going brilliantly; we’re now well over halfway to covering the venue costs.
If you’re able to chip in, even a small amount, you can support this and our other campaigns via the Human First GoFundMe.
Projects like TheNakedTruth and Human First aren’t events, meaning they don’t generate income. They exist because of donations, often from the volunteers who bring them to life. Yet these campaigns are some of the most valuable things we do. They put Naturism into the media and the mainstream, engaging new audiences through bold, creative, and sometimes spectacular ideas.
At a time when Naturism feels under real pressure, stepping into the public domain and showing that we are a positive force for good has never been more important.
So, if you can donate, thank you! Every contribution helps make this work possible.


A fascinating new article is out in Men’s Health magazine.
Journalist, Jamie Carson, shares his personal journey toward better health and how embracing nudity has helped that. He started with a familiar quest to improve his physical health and lose weight. But instead found himself asking “is my natural body shape really so wrong?” That shift from self-criticism to self-acceptance sits at the heart of the article.
He draws on the landmark 2021 study we did with Prof Keon West, which demonstrated that spending time naked with others, even for a short period can improve our self-worth and reduce social anxiety. That evidence continues to resonate, especially in a culture saturated with edited images and unrealistic standards.
The cultural context is explored with insights from Prof Annebella Pollen, whose decades-long research into the history of Naturism helps explain how we arrived at today’s attitudes and why they may be ready to shift again.
In the piece, Dr Mark Bass, President of British Naturism, unpacks the connections between nudity and our mental health and dicusses the real purpose of Naturism: to achieve respect for yourself, for others and for the natural world. Importantly, they highlight findings from the Ipsos survey commissioned by British Naturism, estimating that 6.75 million people in the UK would describe themselves as Naturists. When you place that alongside figures showing 3.1 million adults in England feel lonely “often or always,” the potential for positive social and mental health impact becomes incredibly significant.
Finally, Andrew Welch reflects on how participation in nude recreation has evolved, with notable growth, particularly during the Covid period. As Professor Pollen observes, ‘Periods of social instability, like post-war Britain or post-Covid, tend to make people re-evaluate what really matters.’ And for many, that reassessment has included authenticity, connection, and acceptance.
It’s thoughtful. It’s evidence-based. And it’s refreshingly honest.
If you care about body confidence, mental wellbeing, or the future of Naturism in the UK, this is absolutely worth your time.

This month, British Naturism proudly celebrates LGBTQIA+ Month, an opportunity to recognise, support and uplift the diversity that makes our community stronger.
Naturism is rooted in values of openness, respect and authenticity. At its heart is the simple but powerful idea that everyone should feel comfortable in their own skin. For many LGBTQIA+ people, that message carries particular meaning. The freedom to be yourself, without judgement, without shame, and without the need to hide, aligns closely with both naturist and LGBTQIA+ experiences.
Within BN, we are proud that our events, clubs and spaces welcome people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. We know that visibility matters. Representation matters. And active support matters. Creating environments where LGBTQIA+ members feel safe, valued and celebrated is not an optional extra, it is central to who we are.
LGBTQIA+ Month is also a reminder that inclusion requires ongoing commitment. We will continue to champion Pride within our communications, at our events, and through our policies and partnerships. From supporting Pride initiatives and themed gatherings to amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices within our membership, we are determined that BN reflects the full spectrum of the community it represents.
There is still work to do, in society and within all organisations, to ensure that equality is lived as well as stated. We welcome feedback, ideas and involvement from members who want to help us keep moving forward.
This month, and every month, we celebrate the courage, resilience and contribution of our LGBTQIA+ members. British Naturism stands proudly alongside you, committed to inclusion, visibility and the shared belief that everybody deserves to live openly and authentically.
We will be participating this year in Brighton Pride so if you wish to be involved or want more information please email richard.stacey@bn.org.uk
Next week British Naturism will be back at the fantastic Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show at the National Exhibition Centre — and we can’t wait!

Martha, Mark B, Pam and Mark W will be there all week, chatting to the thousands of visitors who come through the doors. It’s hands down our best opportunity to connect with the wider public, demystify Naturism, answer questions (big and small!), and offer an easy, welcoming first step for anyone curious to give it a try.

And honestly? One of our favourite parts is catching up with members who drop by for a hello — it’s always such a boost seeing familiar faces in the middle of the buzz 😊
📍 Find us in our usual spot:
Stand 4049, right at the junction of Halls 4 and 5 — you really can’t miss us!

🎟️ Tickets are still available for all days of the show — and you can grab them at a lower rate if you book in the next few days, so don’t leave it too late.

Whether you’re a long-time member, Naturism-curious, or just passing through the show, please do come and say hello. We’d love to see you there! 🌿✨
We’re delighted to share a new opportunity to support academic research exploring a question many of us feel instinctively — but which deserves proper scientific investigation:
Can participation in Naturist activities promote body image positivity?
We are once again collaborating with Dr Roger Newport at Loughborough University, with a group of undergraduate psychology students conducting this study under his supervision as part of their dissertations.
The project aims to examine whether people who participate in Naturist activities report greater body image positivity compared to those whose leisure activities take place clothed. It’s an important and timely question — particularly in a culture where body dissatisfaction is increasingly common.
This research has real potential.
This study may lead to deeper, longer-term research projects — conversations that are already beginning. Just as importantly, it engages university students in meaningful discussion about Naturism, encouraging them to explore its benefits from an academic and personal perspective.
That kind of engagement helps bring thoughtful, evidence-based discussion of Naturism into wider public awareness — something we are always keen to support.
If you can spare around 20 minutes, your participation would be hugely appreciated by the research team.
You can access the online survey here: https://loughboroughssehs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eeZqAxaMHG7ai2O

Thank you in advance for supporting this work.
In the first of a two-part conversation, Helen speaks with Professor Annebella Pollen from the University of Brighton, author of Nudism in a Cold Climate. Pollen discusses her decade-long research into the visual history of naturism in Britain, revealing how photography shaped the movement's public identity from the 1920s onwards. 

Pollen explains how early practitioners hid behind pseudonyms to protect their professional reputations, and how the movement's own promotional imagery created tensions between philosophical ideals and practical recruitment. Drawing on archival research conducted during lockdown, she offers an outsider academic perspective that complements lived experiences, examining how naturism has been publicly mediated rather than privately practised.
Listen here https://podcast.bn.org.uk/womeninfocus/00485033-c34e-4b1a-843f-51ba9cff6a38

And if you are interested in our BN Ladies Only holiday, we will be heading to Vritomartis in Crete for a week from the 1st June. Email Helen at Women in Focus for details.
This April, 17th-20th, we are heading back to Zuiver Spa, Amsterdam when spring will be in the air...

Located in the south of the city, bordering Amsterdam forest, Zuiver offers a perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. As well as plenty of spa-time, there will be ample time to see the city and experience Amsterdam.
Our hosted BN Member breaks are a great way to meet like-minded British Naturism members and treat yourself to an all-important holiday.
Zuiver Spa sits on the edge of the Amsterdamse Bos (forest), so you feel close to nature as soon as you arrive.
You can move between saunas, steam rooms, and warm pools without rushing, which helps you slow down and reset.
The mix of indoor and outdoor areas gives you plenty of space to unwind, and the calm atmosphere makes it easy to switch off from daily noise. If you enjoy a place where you can relax, eat well, and step outside for a quiet forest walk, you’ll find it a strong spot for a spa getaway.
Zuiver is a naked spa Friday - Monday. Nudity is mandatory within the spa but within the hotel and restaurant areas you must use a robe.
The rooms are simple and well-appointed. There is a good mix of twin and double-bedded accommodations.
Since we last visited, the restaurant has had a complete renovation and food is fairly priced and of good quality, the only bar facility is within the spa, which closes at 10pm. Your room includes Breakfast and is served in the hotel, and there are lots of additional opportunities for treatments and massage. You may book these directly with Zuiver ahead of travelling or book when you arrive.
Two Guests - £790 in a Double Room or a Twin Room
Solo Traveller - £687 in Double Room (single occupancy)
Price includes breakfast daily, Spa access daily, including both arrival and departure day
Flights not included. You are responsible for booking your own flights or transport.

Book here https://www.nakedtickets.co.uk/amsterdam
The idea is simple: if you work remotely, work in comfort. Ditch the suit, the tie, the heels… even the pyjamas if you like. Because why not?
And let’s be honest — the most comfortable way to work is exactly what the name suggests: naked.
So join people across the country, free yourself from unnecessary restrictions, and spend the day working naked while still getting the job done.
It’s more than just a bit of fun. Uniforms and dress codes apply a quiet, often unnoticed psychological pressure. They can make us feel physically restricted, subtly reinforce conformity, and affect our wellbeing — even if we rarely stop to think about it.
So grab the chance to throw it all off, if only for one day.
Join us. Work naked today. 🌿✨

In October 2026, a powerful new art project will bring the naked human body – and the principle of equality – into the public eye.
You can be part of making this happen by donating to our fundraiser.


Human First is a large-scale photographic artwork initiative that uses the human form to deliver a simple but urgent message: before anything else, we are human - and we all deserve equal dignity and fair treatment.
In partnership with internationally recognised Italian American photographic artist Angelo Musco, we will stage a unique photographic session in central London, bringing together 70–200 volunteer models to create a single, striking work of art. Angelo is renowned for transforming the human body into complex, sculptural forms, and Human First will continue that tradition with a clear social purpose.
At a time when people are still treated differently because of gender, ethnicity, background, or the lives they lead, Human First asks the public to pause and reflect. Art and nudity are both powerful attention-grabbers; together, they allow us to confront inequality without words, judgement, or hierarchy.
The project is managed by British Naturism and TheNakedTruth, and we are delighted that The Round Chapel in Hackney, London has agreed to host the event; providing a visually stunning and symbolically meaningful setting.
Why we need your support
To make Human First a reality, we need to raise funds to:
• Hire the Round Chapel venue
• Cover production and logistical costs
• Ensure participant welfare and safety
• Fund publicity so the message reaches far beyond the event itself
Every contribution, large or small, helps turn this vision into a public statement for equality.
By supporting Human First, you are not just funding an artwork, you are helping amplify a message the world urgently needs to hear.







Thank you for standing with us, and for putting Human First.

Ever dreamed of escaping the everyday and spending a glorious week in the Cretan sunshine, surrounded by supportive, like-minded women?
This June, that dream can become a reality as British Naturism is hosting a Women-Only Members’ Holiday at the stunning Vritomartis Naturist Resort in Crete, and it’s designed to be so much more than just a week in the sun. It’s about feeling comfortable in your own skin, making genuine connections, and enjoying life completely judgement-free.
The Details at a Glance
🌴 1st – 8th June 2026
🏨 Vritomartis, Crete – Half Board
💷 £699 + flights
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Cretan coast, Vritomartis is one of Europe’s most established naturist resorts, offering warmth, tranquillity, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to relax from the moment you arrive.
A Week Designed for You
Imagine slow, sun-soaked mornings, lazy days by the pool, refreshing sea swims, and shared meals where laughter flows as easily as the conversation. Evenings stretch out with stories, smiles, and that special kind of connection that happens when everyone feels free to be themselves.
This women-only week creates a unique environment — supportive, relaxed, and empowering. Without pressure or expectation, many guests find it easier to let go, unwind, and truly enjoy the moment.
Whether you’re completely new to naturism or a seasoned sun-lover, this holiday is about:
Building genuine friendships
Boosting confidence
Reconnecting with yourself
And having serious fun in a relaxed, all-female environment 💛
There’s no requirement to be anyone other than who you already are. This is a space where comfort comes first, laughter comes naturally, and everyone is welcome.
Why Women-Only?
For many women, a women-only holiday offers a sense of ease that’s hard to describe until you experience it. It’s a chance to step away from everyday roles and expectations, to relax without comparison or judgement, and to enjoy a shared experience with others who understand exactly how valuable that freedom can be.
Limited Spaces Available
Spaces for this special week are limited, and interest is expected to be high. If this sounds like your kind of holiday — warm sunshine, meaningful connections, and a week dedicated to wellbeing and joy — it’s worth acting sooner rather than later.
📧 Email for full details:
helen.berriman@bn.org.uk
Come as you are.
Leave with memories, friendships, and a smile that lasts long after the tan fades. 🌞
Over the past four months, an international letter-writing campaign has been underway to press for the recognition of a new Naturist beach in Tampa Bay, Florida. Laws in the United States are generally less permissive than those in the UK, meaning that official recognition of clothing-optional beaches is essential if Naturism is to survive and thrive.
Florida is a popular tourist destination, and the designation of a beach in Pinellas County as clothing-optional would represent a significant step forward. It would provide new opportunities for Naturist visitors while also bringing the benefits and joy of Naturism into the public eye.
British Naturism has played an active role in this campaign, working alongside American Naturist associations. Together, we gathered submissions from 10,000 supporters, demonstrating that Naturism is far less niche than it is sometimes perceived to be and that there is genuine demand for such opportunities.
British Naturism President Mark Bass said:
“Decades of experience show that clothing-optional beaches are inclusive, respectful, and safe spaces. They are environments that promote positive body image and mutual respect, attracting a diverse range of visitors, including families.”
The positive impact of Naturism on self-image and mental health is a key reason why campaigns like this matter so much. If we can move the world in a direction where everyone is respected and treated equally, society as a whole will benefit – whether individuals choose to engage in Naturism or not.
It will be some time before we know whether the campaign has been successful, but for now, we can all keep our fingers crossed.

The violence targeted against a participant in one of the World Naked Bike Rides last summer is currently generating a lot of interest in the UK media. However, concerns about discrimination against Naturists are not limited to the UK.
Evan Nicks, Director of the Western Nudist Research Library, and Mark Bass, President of British Naturism, have been examining these shifts in public behaviour and attitudes. Their analysis has been published by Planet Nude, one of the largest American platforms dedicated to the history, culture, and politics of nudity. The involvement of a major international research organisation underlines that these events are not an isolated local issue, but part of a broader global challenge around tolerance, difference, and how societies respond to minority groups.
The original article is published on Planet Nude and reproduced below for access to UK readers:
A punch in Colchester, a panic in London
How one attack has ironically become ammunition in Britain’s latest fight over public nudity
Evan Nicks, 31st December 2025
Organizers of the London World Naked Bike Ride have increased security and altered plans for next year’s event following a wave of backlash triggered by a violent assault on a nude cyclist in August—an escalation that underscores how quickly public nudity is becoming a flashpoint rather than a protected form of protest.
The changes come after Robert Brown, 59, a participant in the Colchester World Naked Bike Ride, was punched off his bike by a passing motorcyclist, a local sanitation worker who later said he mistook the rider for a “pervert.” The cyclist suffered lasting injuries. The attacker received a suspended prison sentence.
What followed was not a renewed focus on vigilante violence as the victim might have hoped for, but a reframing of the incident itself. In the weeks after the assault, tabloid coverage, talk radio segments, and online campaigns began treating naked bike rides as the underlying problem, and putting the victim of the initial crime in a position to have to publicly defend himself accusations that he is a “pervert.” A petition calling for the London ride to be banned gained traction, framed around “safeguarding” and child protection—even though no laws were broken and no children were involved in the incident whatsoever.
This is the story Planet Nude readers will likely recognize: a real incident, a moral panic layered on top of it, and a familiar conclusion. Restrict the bodies that are easiest to police while ignoring the real problem.
The UK’s nudity literacy problem
Initial reporting focused, understandably, on the violence. Footage released by prosecutors showed the moment of the punch, and coverage emphasized the shock of seeing a nude cyclist attacked in broad daylight. But as the clip circulated, the frame subtly changed; the cyclist’s nudity became the headline hook, the assault itself merely a backdrop. Campaigners opposing the rides argued that events like the World Naked Bike Ride blur legal boundaries, normalize indecency, and place children at risk. Emma-Jane Taylor, a child safety campaigner who launched a petition to ban the London ride, described the events as unsafe and inappropriate. Several politicians echoed the sentiment, referring to riders as “flashers on bikes” and characterizing the rides as a failure to maintain public order.
What went largely unexamined was the legal reality. The rides are lawful, coordinated with police, marshalled by volunteers, and governed by strict codes of conduct. Nor did much coverage linger on the uncomfortable implication of the proposed solution: that when someone reacts violently to a lawful protest, the protest—not the violence—should be curtailed.
Part of what allows this inversion to take hold is a persistent lack of public understanding about the law around nudity in England and Wales. Public nudity is not, in itself, a sexual offense. Under the Sexual Offences Act 2003, context and intent are decisive in cases involving nudity, which becomes criminal only when it is lewd, sexual, or intended to cause harassment, alarm, or distress—not when it is part of a peaceful protest or everyday activity.
British Naturism (BN), which has spent decades engaging with police forces, councils, and public authorities, says this misunderstanding is widespread. “Many people assume that being naked in public must be illegal,” Mark Bass of British Naturism told Planet Nude. “This belief often arises not from the law itself, but from unfamiliarity. When something is rarely encountered, it’s easy to conclude there must be something inherently wrong with it.”
Addressing that unfamiliarity has become a central focus of BN’s public-facing work. In recent years, the organization has increasingly turned to direct public education efforts, including its TheNakedTruth campaign, which aims to clearly explain what UK law does—and does not—say about non-sexual public nudity. The campaign distills complex legal guidance into accessible language, countering the assumption that nudity is automatically indecent or unlawful.
BN’s engagement has also shaped how the law is applied in practice. According to Bass, guidance from the Crown Prosecution Service and the College of Policing on how officers should respond to reports of public nudity has directly benefitted from BN’s input. “This has never been about seeking special exemptions for naturists,” he said. “It’s about helping authorities avoid unintended consequences and ensuring laws are applied fairly and sensibly.”
That distinction matters. British Naturism does not organize World Naked Bike Rides, which are protest actions rather than club naturism. But the principle that lawful nudity should not be treated as inherently suspicious is a shared concern.
Bass also cautions that the backlash may say less about nudity itself than about a broader shift in social behavior. “Ten years ago, people who disapproved might have tutted, rolled their eyes, or complained to friends,” he said. “Today, reactions to things people dislike have become more extreme. Opposition increasingly turns aggressive.” In that climate, ambiguity becomes dangerous. When the public is unclear about what the law permits, and media coverage leans into outrage rather than explanation, escalation becomes easier to justify.
“Think of the children,” again
Perhaps the most predictable element of the backlash is the invocation of children. Opponents of the rides consistently frame their objections around safeguarding, even when children are not directly involved. In the Colchester case, no minors were present. No allegations of harm were made. Still, campaigners quickly shifted the focus away from the assault itself and toward speculative risk.
The logic is familiar: not that something did happen, but that something could happen. That possibility, once raised, is treated as sufficient justification for bans, restrictions, or heightened control. The burden of proof quietly reverses. Organizers and participants are asked to demonstrate that harm will never occur, rather than critics being asked to show that it has.
Planet Nude readers have seen this pattern before. In Wisconsin, a nearly identical strategy was deployed against World Naked Bike Rides in 2023. There, outrage centered on the presence of a single minor participant at the Madison ride—accompanied by a parent, at a clothing-optional, city-sanctioned protest. Conservative media coverage framed the child’s participation as inherently exploitative. Republican lawmakers seized on the controversy to introduce bills that would have criminalized public nudity outright and prohibited minors from attending events where adults might be nude. Law enforcement had investigated and found no violations of state or local law. The child involved reported no harm and expressed enthusiasm about the experience. None of that slowed the political response. The bills advanced anyway, driven less by evidence than by the optics of “protecting children” from a perceived moral threat.
What’s notable is how little these debates hinge on facts once the safeguarding frame is activated. In both London and Wisconsin, child protection functioned as a rhetorical trump card—an argument that effectively shuts down discussion by casting disagreement as indifference to child harm. It is a powerful move because it bypasses proportionality and triggers deep emotions. If children are invoked, nuance becomes suspect. Legal context becomes secondary. Intent no longer matters.
The remedies proposed under this framing are rarely narrow or surgical. They are sweeping and punitive, aimed not at specific conduct but at entire categories of expression. In Wisconsin, lawmakers sought to rewrite indecent exposure law altogether. In the UK, campaigners have called for outright bans on naked bike rides, despite their legality and long history of peaceful operation.
In both cases, the underlying assumption is the same: that nudity itself is the danger. Once that premise is accepted, violence against nude bodies can be rationalized as provocation, and restrictions on lawful protest can be framed as prevention. That is not safeguarding. It is moral panic, dressed in the language of concern.
The pressure reshapes the protest
As of this writing, the consequences of the moral panic have become visible. Last week, organizers of the London World Naked Bike Ride reported increased hostility from the public and rising security costs. The event shifted dates, hired additional security, and adjusted route plans to reduce friction. Similar patterns were reported in other UK cities.
Bass argues that the response to this moment will shape what comes next. “Naturism is rooted in respect, empathy, and kindness,” he said. “Calm, measured responses aren’t always easy when emotions are running high, but striking back only deepens division. If we want to reduce hostility rather than amplify it, respectful engagement is essential.”
Stripped of tabloid story-framing, the question isn’t whether everyone likes naked bike rides, or even whether nudity is inherently lewd or not. It’s whether lawful protest can survive a climate where discomfort is treated as danger, and danger is treated as license. The cyclist in Colchester did nothing illegal. He was assaulted for being visible. How Britain responds to that fact will say far more about the state of public freedom than any petition ever could.
© Evan Nicks, Planet Nude

Daily Mail. “Naked cycling campaigners hire security as public rebel against sight of grown adults pedalling through British cities clothes-free.” December 27, 2025. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15415751/Naked-cycling-campaigners-security-public-rebel-grown-adults-pedalling-British-cities-clothes-free.html
Daily Mail. “Naturist punched off his bike on charity ride says he was mistaken for a ‘pervert’.” November 30, 2025. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15339221/Naturist-punched-bike-charity-ride-cycling-nude.html
Daily Mail. “Calls to ban naked bike riding in Britain after nude cyclist is attacked by vigilante binman at ‘charity’ event.” November 20, 2025. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15309293/Calls-ban-naked-bike-riding-Britain-nude-cyclist-attacked-vigilante-binman-charity-event-campaigners-warn-happen-again.html
Planet Nude. “Double standards in dairyland.” October 4, 2023. https://www.planetnude.co/p/double-standards-in-dairyland
Planet Nude. “More trouble in Madison: Wisconsin anti-nude bills advance to State Assembly.” October 19, 2023. https://www.planetnude.co/p/more-trouble-in-madison-wisconsin
Planet Nude. “Full steam ahead for Wisconsin WNBRs.” May 27, 2024. https://www.planetnude.co/p/full-steam-ahead-for-wisconsin-wnbrs
Metro. “Call to ban naked bike rides after nude cyclist attacked by vigilante binman.” November 21, 2025. https://metro.co.uk/2025/11/21/call-ban-naked-bike-rides-nude-cyclist-attacked-vigilante-binman-24767980/
The Times. “Naked cycling campaigners hire security as hostility from public grows.” December 2025. https://www.thetimes.com/uk/transport/article/naked-cycling-campaigners-fear-growing-risk-from-prudish-public-vzjq6lq6g

The Daily Mail today picked up on a recent Instagram post by Game of Thrones actor Maisie Williams, sharing moments from a holiday in Sardinia with friends.
The photos showed the food, the walking, the landscape, the cliff diving – and, quietly among them, a couple of shots of skinny dipping. No fuss. No headline image. No mention in the caption. Just part of the experience.
And that’s the point.
For many twenty-somethings, social nudity doesn’t need labels, explanation or fanfare. It’s simply something they do. A natural extension of comfort, trust and being present in the moment.
Maisie’s ease with herself and the world around her will be no surprise to those who’ve followed her career. Rising to fame at a young age, she’s also used her platform thoughtfully – as an environmental activist, WWF’s first global ambassador for climate and nature, and a strong voice on social justice issues including anti-bullying and Black Lives Matter.
These are values that align closely with the Naturist community: respect, authenticity, and acceptance of ourselves and others. Seen through that lens, a relaxed attitude to the human body feels entirely consistent.
Celebrities inevitably influence social conversation. So when they reflect ideas that many quietly live by already, it’s worth noticing – not for sensation, but for what it says about where society may already be heading.
Image Copyright: Maisie Williams | Instagram
We are planning a major artistic project for autumn 2026 in partnership with internationally renowned photographer Angelo Musco. This ambitious photographic collaboration will explore humanity, connection, and acceptance of the nude form, pushing creative and emotional boundaries through collective body sculpture.

The project will bring together around 70 models to create a powerful, large-scale artwork. Carefully managed and respectfully led, participants will have the opportunity to release their artistic core and contribute to something far greater than themselves.

📍 Location: London
📅 Timing: October 2026
🎭 Venues: We are currently exploring London theatres and other indoor spaces as potential locations.

Angelo Musco’s work is physically demanding, requiring focus, stamina, and trust in the process. However, for those willing to take part, this truly is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to collaborate with a world-class artist and be part of a landmark creative moment.

You can view examples of Angelo’s previous work on his website:
👉 https://angelomusco.com/


TheNakedTruth team will be present on behalf of British Naturism, documenting and reporting on the project as it unfolds.

Interested in taking part?

We are now inviting expressions of interest from potential participants. Registering does not commit you, but it will help us achieve a thoughtful balance of age, gender, and body diversity within the final sculpture.

🔗 Register your interest here


If this speaks to you — creatively, emotionally, or personally — we encourage you to sign up and help shape something truly incredible in 2026.


We’re excited to announce that the latest Winter edition of BN Magazine is officially live and available to read now.
This new issue features fresh travel stories, community insights, and perspectives that reflect what matters most to our members right now. From in-depth features on everything from our events and far away destinations to our 2025 end of year updates and nationwide member highlights, the magazine brings together everything here at BN as we hope to inform, inspire, and engage.
Whether you’re a long-time reader or discovering BN Magazine for the first time, we invite you to explore the new issue and share it with others.
Download here
Over the last two days we have been exploring the recent national surveys into how people perceive Naturism, their attitudes toward nudity, and the kinds of things they actually do while naked. A feature that has appeared consistently across these analyses is that young adults are more open-minded and more willing to engage in social nudity than their parents or grandparents.
The one notable exception is attitudes toward nudity in public spaces — places where someone might easily be seen, photographed, or filmed. Here, younger adults become markedly more cautious.
Today, we finish this series by looking at the forces driving that apparent contradiction: greater comfort with nudity overall, paired with greater hesitation about nudity in highly visible settings.
If one factor explains the generational divide in public nudity, it’s this:
no generation in history has lived under the constant visibility created by social media.
Every moment can be photographed, filmed, uploaded, shared, or misused.
For young adults, this isn’t a fear — it’s a normal part of life.
A Digital Environment Older Generations Never Experienced
The UK Ipsos survey found:
• 20% of 16–24 year-olds check TikTok more than once an hour
• Among 55–75 year-olds, 88% don’t use TikTok at all
This huge difference in digital exposure helps explain why younger adults are more cautious about public nudity, even while being more open to nudity overall.
The Pressure to Compare
The survey also asked whether people compare their bodies with attractive actors, influencers, or models:
• 39% of 16–24 year-olds said yes
• The proportion drops sharply after age 45
The constant stream of perfected, filtered bodies can heighten self-consciousness, making public nudity — especially on beaches — feel riskier.
Saoirse, 21, explained:
“I think the biggest challenge for our generation is probably social media. In our parents’ generation they didn’t have the same access to images of idealised bodies.”
But Social Media Isn’t All Bad
The influence of social media is complex, and not entirely negative.
A US survey found:
• 65% of 18–29 year-olds believe seeing more naked people of all shapes and sizes online would improve their body confidence
The same platform that creates pressure can also normalise diversity, challenge stigma, and build community.
And while the 2025 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report found low membership among 16–28 year-olds, it also found that organisations most successful with young people all had something in common: strong digital strategies. Furthermore, it found that those are the organisations that are thriving.
Online spaces — used well — are powerful for outreach, visibility, and culture change.
A New Era of Openness and Caution
Taken together, the surveys show a new dynamic among young adults:
• more open to nudity
• more involved in nude activities
• more positive toward Naturism
• but more cautious in public spaces due to digital exposure
Understanding this balance — enthusiasm for nudity combined with awareness of visibility — is crucial for supporting healthier attitudes toward bodies and self-acceptance in an increasingly connected world.

Study compiled by Dr Mark Bass and TheNakedTruth team

Yesterday we began to dig into the series of recent national surveys, exploring attitudes toward Naturism, nudity in general, and how those views shift across generations. Today, we take that analysis a step further — moving from attitudes to actions.
Because while it’s fascinating to know what people think about nudity, it’s even more revealing to look at what they actually do.
Building on the strong generational differences in attitudes toward nudity, the same national surveys show an equally striking divide when it comes to activities — from skinny dipping and nude sunbathing to visiting nude beaches, resorts, and other clothing-optional spaces. These behaviours provide some of the clearest evidence yet of how dramatically different generations relate to nudity in everyday life.
The message is clear: young adults do more nude activities, more often, and with more openness than older generations ever did.
Lifetime Participation: Younger Adults Lead
A UK Ipsos study reveals that 55% of 16–24 year-olds say they have taken part in at least one of the following:
• skinny dipping
• nude sunbathing
• visiting a nude beach or resort
Among 55–75 year-olds, only 28% say the same.
Because this data reflects lifetime experience, it reveals that older adults weren’t doing these things even when they were young. By contrast, today’s younger adults are participating more — despite having had fewer years to do so.
The same pattern appears internationally. A US Zogby poll found:
• 49% of Americans aged 30–49 have tried skinny dipping or nude sunbathing
• compared with 25% of those aged 65+
Skinny Dipping: A Gateway Experience
UK Ipsos found that 25% of 16–24 year-olds had already been skinny dipping — with past participation slowly declining with age.
While responses to the same question in a YouGov survey showed no variation with age, when YouGov asked if people would consider skinny dipping, the generational divide reappeared:
• 28% of 18–34 year-olds said yes
• With decreasing willingness in each older group
Leslie, 33, remembers his first time:
“I whipped my shorts off, my friends were horrified, I got in the sea — and it was just a rush.”
A cross-European YouGov survey found the highest participation in Denmark, where 39% of adults have skinny dipped in open water — more than double the UK figure — suggesting that cultural norms also play a major role.
Nude Sunbathing and Toplessness
Patterns in sunbathing also reveal generational differences:
• Under-45s are more likely to have sunbathed nude for an all-over tan
• But toplessness shows an unusual reversal
Across the UK:
• 90%+ say it’s acceptable for men to go topless at the beach
• 62% say the same for women
• These views are broadly age-neutral and reflected across Europe

Yet in behaviour:
• Only 38% of 18–34 year-olds have been topless at a beach
• compared with 62% of 50–64 year-olds
This is the opposite of nearly every other nudity-related activity.
Why the Reversal?
The most likely explanation is visibility. Many nude or semi-nude activities (skinny dipping in a quiet cove, sunbathing in a secluded spot) involve little risk of being photographed.
Beaches are different.
They’re public, crowded, and everyone has a camera phone.
Younger adults appear more open to nudity in principle, but more cautious about nudity in public view — a theme explored in the next article.

Study compiled by Dr Mark Bass and TheNakedTruth team

Over the last three years, a series of nationally representative surveys from Ipsos, YouGov and Zogby Analytics have revealed a significant shift in how different generations view nudity. These polls avoided self-selection bias and instead captured the views of broad, representative samples, giving the clearest picture so far of what people really think about being naked.
And one trend stands out: young adults are consistently more open to nudity than older generations.
Do People Actually Like Being Naked?
Simple questions often reveal the most:
Do you consider yourself a Naturist? Have you taken part in Naturism? Do you enjoy being naked?
In the UK, Ipsos found that 22–25% of 16–44 year-olds identify with the Naturist label. In France, the numbers are even higher — 37% of 25–34 year-olds say they’ve tried Naturism.
Saoirse, 21, told us:
“My friends were somewhat surprised when I said I was getting into Naturism — this is a thing I do now — but at the same time they were like, ‘Yeah… I’d expect that from you.’”
Among older adults, however, the figures drop sharply. Only 3–5% of 45–75 year-olds in the UK describe themselves as Naturists — a steep generational contrast echoed in France and supported by YouGov polling on simply liking being naked.
Behaviour Tells an Even Stronger Story
When polling avoids labels and focuses instead on behaviour, the generational divide widens.
A UK Ipsos study asked whether people had recently spent time naked with others in non-sexual, non-medical contexts. The difference was dramatic:
• 38% of 16–24 year-olds had been socially naked multiple times in the last 12 months
• Only 4% of 55–75 year-olds had
For many young adults, social nudity is relaxed, informal, and unremarkable. Hannah, 26, recalled:
“On holiday with my girl mates recently, we were all just naked in the villa all the time because it was hot.”
Why the Age Gap?
Part of the answer lies in a wider cultural shift: younger adults increasingly define themselves by their actions, not by formal group memberships or labels.
The 2025 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report confirms this. Gen Z make up just 11% of people involved in membership organisations — far below every older generation.
Yet their participation in naked activities is climbing.

A Clear Pattern
Across national studies, younger adults are:
• more likely to identify with Naturism,
• more likely to enjoy being naked,
• and far more likely to spend time socially naked.

This sets the stage for the next key question:
What are young people actually doing when they’re naked?


Study compiled by Dr Mark Bass and TheNakedTruth team

This week, the Should I Delete That? podcast took a bold step into the world of naturism and they did it with none other than our very own Helen Berriman, host of British Naturism: Women in Focus and one of the most thoughtful, open advocates for the women in naturism movement today.
The episode pulls no punches. From the very first question, hosts Alex and Em decide to challenge every assumption, every stereotype, and every bit of ingrained prudishness they’ve ever carried about nudity. And Helen guides them through it all with warmth, honesty, and a good dose of humour.
Naturism vs nudism, and why it matters
Helen begins by clearing up a common misconception: naturism isn’t about sex, shock, or exhibitionism. It’s a philosophy grounded in respect, acceptance, non-sexual social nudity, and a deep connection with both self and environment.
She shares how she first came to naturism, reluctantly, at first, and how, years on, it’s become a transformative part of her life.
The practicalities (yes… including bare bums on furniture)
One of the joys of this episode is how frankly everyone speaks about the logistics that people are usually too embarrassed to ask about. Chairs, weather, where to look, how group environments feel, it’s all there, approached with curiosity rather than judgement.
By meeting these questions head-on, Helen helps strip away (excuse the pun) the mystique around naturism and show what it really looks like in everyday life.

Healing, body image, and reclaiming comfort
Perhaps the most powerful thread in the conversation is the role naturism plays in healing and body acceptance. Helen talks openly about the profound shift in self-image she experienced through social nudity, how shedding clothes can sometimes be the first step in shedding shame.
The hosts reflect on their own anxieties around safety, boundaries, and vulnerability, and how understanding naturism more clearly reshaped their perspective.
“Helen, you sold it to us!”
By the end of the episode, the hosts jokingly declare that the podcast will now be recorded naked, well, almost! But their playful comment reflects something real: naturism, once understood, is far less intimidating and far more inviting than most people imagine.
The episode is thoughtful, funny, open-minded, and genuinely informative and Helen shines bringing two newbies into our community.
Where to listen
🎧 Listen to Helen’s episode of Should I Delete That?
We Take the Bins Out Naked (with naturist Helen Berriman)
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/we-take-the-bins-out-naked-with-naturist-helen-berriman/id1602088590?i=1000740132222
https://www.instagram.com/p/DSASE3ZiNV3/?hl=en
Discover more
🌿 Helen’s podcast: British Naturism: Women in Focus
🌐 Learn more about British Naturism: https://bn.org.uk/
💛 Support the Women in Naturism campaign
📸 Follow Helen on Instagram: @helen.berriman

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