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Support our Campaigns to make Naturism Shine

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.


Men's Health Magazine: Improve your Body or Improve your Mind

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.

Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Month in the BN Community

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

Visit us at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show 2026

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! 🌿✨

Can Naturism Support Body Positivity? New University Research Project

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.

Women in Focus - Helen talks to Prof. Annebella Pollen

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.

A Dutch Dash this April -Amsterdam Spa Spring Break 2026

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 first Friday in February is WORK NAKED DAY!

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. 🌿✨

Help Fund Human First: An Art Project for Equality & Diversity

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.

Come As You Are: Women-Only Naturist Holiday in Crete 🌴

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. 🌞

Collaborating to Advance International Naturism

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.

Standing Together Against Discrimination: A UK–US Naturist Perspective

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

Maisie Williams - A Quiet Narrative

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

Be Part of Something Extraordinary – Autumn 2026

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.


BN246: BN Winter Magazine Now Live!

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

Social Media: The New Force Shaping Young People’s Views on Nudity

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

Nude Activities: What Young People Are Doing

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

Generational Attitudes Toward Nudity: Who Likes Being Naked?

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

Our very own Helen Berriman on Should I Delete That? Podcast: A Candid, Joyful Deep-Dive Into Naturism

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

Call for Pitches: Spring 2026 BN Magazine

2026 is on the horizon and so is our next issue of BN Magazine!
While our latest edition is being posted out to members over the coming week, we’re already turning our attention to what comes next. Planning for the Spring 2026 edition is now underway, and we’re officially opening our call for pitches.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome contributions from writers, practitioners, researchers, and community members who have something valuable to share with the BN readership. Whether you’re eager to explore emerging conversations, highlight new initiatives, reflect on current challenges, or showcase inspiring work happening in your area, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re particularly interested in:
Thought-provoking features
Lived-experience stories - (Travel, Community Events, Global Naturism)
Commentary on current issues
Profiles, interviews, and project spotlights
Creative or visually engaging pieces - (book reviews, artwork, creative writing)
If you have an idea, even if it’s still taking shape, we encourage you to pitch it.
How to Submit a Pitch
Please send a brief outline of your idea, including:
Working title
Proposed angle or key message
Estimated length
Any relevant links, visuals, or background context
We will respond to any pieces of interest to request the full version.
Email your pitches to magazine@bn.org.uk by 28th Jan 2026.
This upcoming edition is a chance to highlight fresh perspectives and help shape the conversations that matter most to our community. We’re excited to see what stories you want to tell.
We look forward to your submissions and we can’t wait for you to receive our latest edition in the post very soon!

Help Shape the Future of Naturism at Monknash Beach

British naturism has received a request for input from the Friends of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, a charity that has been supporting and protecting this remarkable stretch of coastline for nearly 30 years. Their mission includes preserving biodiversity, conserving natural and historic features, and enhancing public enjoyment of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.
This coastline — and Monknash beach in particular — has a long and valued tradition of Naturist use. It’s fantastic that the Friends of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast recognise this and have approached British Naturism members to help shape their future plans.
The charity is hoping to offer grants to local projects next year, but first they want to understand the needs and priorities of the people who use this beautiful area. To do that, they’re gathering feedback through a short questionnaire.
If you’ve visited Monknash or the nearby beaches, we encourage you to take five minutes to complete the survey. This is a meaningful opportunity to support the future of Naturism along the Glamorgan coast — and a simple but powerful way to help advance our wider campaigning goals.
If you know the area, please do take part. Let us not miss this opportunity to have Naturism lead the way.


British Naturism Makes Waves at the BSME Awards

It’s been a huge week, with British Naturism celebrating a major milestone at the 2025 British Society of Magazine Editors Awards!
BN Magazine was shortlisted in two categories. Andrew Welch was in the running for Editor of the Year – effectively Magazine of the Year in the Independent category – and President Mark Bass was shortlisted for Cover of the Year.
The ceremony, attended by Andrew Welch, Mark Bass, Chair Colin Taylor, and our talented layout designer Jen Gaughan from Studio 27eleven, brought together some of the UK’s most inspiring media creators. While we may not have claimed any victories, being nominated at this level is a landmark moment for the normalisation of Naturism. The titles we stood alongside show just how far Naturism has moved into the mainstream – and how recognised British Naturism has become as a credible voice in national media. These included:
• National Geographic
• New Scientist
• Which?
• Saga Magazine
• Empire
• Glamour
• Good Housekeeping
• The Sunday Times Magazine
• Grazia
A genuine gasp went around the room when our nomination for Editor of the Year appeared on screen, featuring Saoirse proudly in front of the neon “EveryBody” sign. We may not have the tens of millions of pounds turnover enjoyed by many of the other nominees, but we were there — and we were absolutely noticed. Our presence alone opened meaningful conversations about how Naturism changes lives and how our message can reach even further.
Naturism has the power to transform how people see themselves and each other — improving mental wellbeing, building body confidence, fostering equality, and giving people the freedom to be genuinely themselves. British Naturism champions these values every day, whether through BN Magazine and our news stories, campaigns like TheNakedTruth, or the Women in Focus podcast.
Ceremonies are a wonderful pat on the back… but their real value is in the doors they open, the conversations they spark, and the chance to help even more people discover the life-changing benefits of Naturism.
And truly — we’re only just getting started.

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In partnership with Euronature, we’re giving away a stay at the beautiful Infiniti Sun Club Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands.

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The winner will be notified by email on 28 November 2025, so don’t miss your chance.
This giveaway is exclusively for British Naturism members.

So for your chance to win, join today, and when you receive your fast-tracked membership number, and enter the competition here!

British Naturism and TheNakedTruth Now on Vimeo!

In our next big step to share the benefits of Naturism, British Naturism and TheNakedTruth campaign are now on Vimeo!
Over the last couple of years, there has been an explosion in our video content as Saoirse, Claire, and Kelsey have visited our festivals, talking to people about what first drew them to Naturism, how it has supported their mental wellbeing, and what they’ve enjoyed most about these events.
The objective of this campaign has always been to address the feelings of low self-worth that plague society — particularly among younger generations — and to start a conversation about how we can rebuild self-esteem and body confidence. Naturists know that spending time naked enhances our sense of worth, and scientific studies have proven the link between happiness and social nudity.
However, sharing that truth can be difficult. Facts alone are rarely emotionally compelling, and video content offers a powerful way to bring these stories to life. The challenge has been how to reach a wider public audience.
So far, TheNakedTruth has focused on Instagram, the largest platform for visual content. The results have been phenomenal, reaching over 1.5 million viewers each month through the summer and still attracting three quarters of a million views monthly in autumn. Yet, restrictions on nudity — even in discussion rather than display — have created obstacles. While our focus is always on ideas, not bodies, the need to obscure natural skin tones can sometimes mask the authentic human expression that’s part of genuine conversation.
YouTube, like Instagram, also imposes strict content rules, making extended discussions between people feel less natural and limiting the depth of the message.
To address this, TheNakedTruth is now live on Vimeo. While Vimeo requires age verification, it gives us the freedom to share our original stories and speak openly about the challenges people face, and how Naturism has helped them overcome low points in their lives.
So far, two powerful videos have been released.
• In the first, Kelsey talks about how damaging relationships once destroyed her self-confidence — and how spending time naked helped her rebuild a positive relationship with her body.
• In the second, Martha shares her story of trauma and self-hate, and how discovering Naturism became a life-changing experience that helped her heal and grow into the person she is today.
These are just two of the many voices showing how Naturism can lift us up. More content will be released over time, including discussions about the challenges young people face and the “elephant in the room” — gender inequality, and why women’s and men’s bodies are viewed and treated so differently in society.
Go watch these recordings, and share them widely.
We know that Naturism can change lives for the better—let’s make sure more people know that too.

Barely Beaten: British Naturism Swimmers Take Silver in Barcelona

Team BN make waves at the International Naturist Federation’s Swimming Championship, finishing just behind France in a spirited contest. 
In a celebration of athleticism and body positivity, British Naturism’s swimming team claimed a proud second place at the International Naturist Federation’s Swimming Championship held in Sitges near Barcelona from 31st October to 2nd November 2025. Competing against top naturist athletes from across Europe, the UK team delivered standout performances in the pool, narrowly missing gold to France, while Italy rounded out the podium in third. The event showcased not only competitive spirit but also the growing strength of naturist sport on the international stage. 
The 1st winner of the Beatrice Lacour Cup in dedication to Beatrice who sadly passed at last year’s Championship is Dominike Lemoine, the trophy was presented by Beatrice’s husband Jean Marie Lecoeur.  
Laurent Luft, the INF's Europe Representative, was there to cheer on the swimmers as neutrally as possible. He remarked to the fabulous BN Team Captain that the camaraderie within the BN team always impresses the French swimmers, who try at every championship to be at least as good as their friends from the cold side of the Channel. 
Sadly there is no international Swimming Championship next year as part of the INF-FNI’s budgeting strategy, but do not be disheartened we still have our National Swimming Gala and Festival of Sport to look forward to on 11th April 2026, booking is open so why not come and join us here for a fantastic evening sport.  
And finally a huge thank you to Naturist Association of Platja de l'Aiguadolç for organising and host a fantastic competition. 
Ian Munt Sports Officer 

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