Active Waters Wild Swimming is inviting you to a naturist wild swim between 5pm-7pm on: Mon 2nd June,   Mon 7th July,  Mon 4th August,  Mon 1st September Location: Active Waters Wild Swimming, Lake Ashmore, Gore Tree Road, Hemingford Grey, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 9BP Lake Ashmore is a stunning man-made lake which offers treated water to ensure a beautifully clean swim. The lake is approximately 1 mile in diameter with a designated swim course of 800 meters. This event is bespoke an

Hi Everyone John Gelder our Eastern Walks Coordinator would like to inform  those of you keen on walking that as a result of Government restrictions being extended for potentially another four weeks; two of our regional walks have been affected;   Firstly; The  Tring walk on Friday 24th April has now been  CANCELLED.   Secondly; The  Aston Abbots Walk on Friday 15th May has now been CANCELLED.   John will be monitoring the situation, following Government advice

On Sunday 6th June we had our online AGM using Zoom. We would like to thank everyone who took part in the meeting for their time. We would also like to thank every individual voter and clubs for their votes. The votes have been collated for you to view;   AGM VOTES 2021.xlsx

Here's a reminder for all BN  Eastern Region members and clubs. Our AGM is on Sunday 03rd April at Blackthorns Sun Club near Bedford. The meeting starts at 11am. If you would like to attend the AGM., or have a club report to submit, then you can email Cath Bromley at; easternsecretary@bn.org.uk.  There is a Free Buffet Lunch, you just need to let Cath know that you would like the Lunch too. Here are more details;       Maybe See you there. Andy      

My first Naked Heart Walk during the early evening of 6th Sept 25 was a perfect way to visit the stunning College Lake Nature Reserve, near Tring in Hertfordshire. College Lake, once a chalk quarry, is now one of the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust's flagship nature reserves, supporting more than 1,000 different wildlife species. Providing three different walking routes the longest ‘Wild Trail’ is a two-mile self-guided walk around the edge of the lake. Although you could easily choose to

In the last few years I think there's been nothing short of a revolution for naturists in Britain and BN has been at the forefront.  It all started just over ten years ago with the first Nudefest which has grown and grown. Then we have had Alton Towers which just a few years ago was nearly cancelled through lack of numbers but now sells out. Dunoon with the Gathering, Bournemouth and Nudestock are just a few of the many other events that we now have to choose from. Over the last few years t

This June we have the opportunity for another Museum visit. following on from the success of the trip to Christchurch Mansion  Museum in Ipswich last March, we now have a visit organised to Milton Keynes Museum on  Saturday 27th June. This is a great opportunity to invite your history loving friends and family; Enjoy a day out that will be both fun and educational. You can make history too; by taking part in this first, naked, Museum event in Milton Keynes. Here are the essential details;

Yesterday as you know we held our regional Email based voting of the AGM.  Here are the results below: AGM VOTING RESULTS 2020   AGENDA ITEM 1:    TO ADOPT THE MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING; FOR  25 AGAINST  0 ABSTAIN  2 PASSED     AGENDA ITEM 4.1:            TO ELECT ROBERT FINNEY AS CHAIRMAN FOR 3 YEARS; FOR  27 AGAINST  0

Its the return of The Mikron Theatre this weekend at Sunfolk. This event is organised by Sandra. She has organised many popular events before. Mikron's performance tells the story of Charles Cruft, how he began the famous Crufts dog show and how he was accused of a serious crime. If you would like to know more the details are below;  

On Sunday 20th March at 7pm The Duncombe Arms in Waresley, Cambridgeshire is hosting a Naked dining event. Tickets are £29.95  per person There will be a 3 course meal with several options for each course including a gluten free option available upon request. This is a great Opportunity to invite aspiring first time naturist family and friends. For more information and booking details see below;  

We would like to thank everyone who was able to make it to the AGM today.  Around 35 people attended. Several Clubs gave reports and had question and answer sessions. Several committee Officers have been revoted in. As a result the committee remains the same with; Richard Stacey as acting Regional Coordinator.and Vice Chairman Nigel Bromley as Acting Chairman and Treasurer Cath Bromley as Secretary. Ian Beeby as Sports / Events Officer Andrew Roch as Walks Coor

Be part of;   The Great British Skinny Dip.   Are you going to Peterborough Lido on Saturday 28th May?   Let us know if  someone is coming with you, too. Its a great way to introduce a friend or family to naturism. Here is is some information about the swim; Below is the Shop link for t

Corton Beach is just north of Lowesoft on the Suffolk Coast. Join with other naturists for an informal get together. Sandy beach with free parking, cafe with toilets and dogs are allowed too. For more information with a photo, directions on where to park and what to bring; see the calander page.  

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Ladies Only Clothing Optional Swim — an evening created especially for women to feel free, confident, and empowered in their own skin. You can choose to swim in a costume, go topless, or skinny dip — it's entirely up to you. There is absolutely no pressure, just the opportunity to enjoy the water in a way that feels right for you. With an all-female team both lifeguarding and running the coffee shop, you'll be in safe and supportive hands throughout the event.

Looking East - Eastern Region The peaceful landscapes of East Anglia offer not only scenic countryside and historic charm but also a growing number of opportunities for Naturists to embrace the outdoors freely.  Whether you're strolling along the wide-open beaches of Norfolk, relaxing in a naturist venue, or attending a naked swim in Suffolk, the area has something to offer every Naturist.  With a growing network of volunteers and opportunities, it’s a wonderful part of the country to reconnect

College Lake is one of the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust's flagship nature reserves. This thriving nature reserve supports more than 1,000 different wildlife species.  The venue is ideal for a Naked Heart Walk as it is a circular self-guided walk on a gentle footpath with way markers. There is a shop, ample parking and toilets. These walks are clothing optional and you are welcome to complete the walk by yourself or join with others. There are three walks to choose from: “Time Trail”: 1

As a result of connections made through BN there was an interfaith naturist mediation day held at Springwood Sun Club (nr Colchester) in August 25. Possibly the first of its kind anywhere in the world. This included practioners from the Buddhist, Shaman, Humanist Quaker, Pantheist and Christian traditions who each led a session. You’ll be interested to know there is a twice weekly naturist meditation group led by Katherine and Andrew, called “Natural Wellbeing Meditations Group”. Booking is via

Sunday 14 Dec 2025: "The Gate" Bricket Wood, Station Road, AL2 3PW (nr St.Albans) Doors Open from 6pm. Sit down for 7.30pm. Closes 11pm £40 BN members. £43 non-BN members. Sales Close: Sunday 7 Dec 23:59. But we need to have minum number of sales by 9 Nov to confirm the booking. It's a naturist event so most people will be naked, but partners can be clothing-optoinal so they join us. Please arrive and depart clothed. Full details of the meal options and how to book, can be found here: https://w

British Naturism is an organisation run by volunteers. The nation is split up into Regions and our Region over the past few years has run many well attended meetings including (picture) a visit to the Secret Nuclear Bunker near Brentwood, Lido swims in Peterborough, Christmas Meals in St.Albans, Naturist Walks all over the Region almost every month in the summer, and Naked Heart Walks at three different locations to help raise money for the British Heart Foundation. In September a working party

As a BN member you will get the links for all of these in the monthly newsletters, but, incase you missed it here are some major events in the Eastern Region that are worth singing up for. These events are open to non-BN members too as an opportunity to experience naturism - perhaps for the first time. Any questions, email the Regional Organiser, nigel.newman@bn.org.uk To find the links tickets visit the Calendar Page ..... 11 April - The BN national Sports Day. Tickets available. 09 May - Narro

In the article below, John Gelder talks about walking as a Naturist in the Eastern Region. John is our Eastern Region Walks Coordinator. John is an experienced walker and is planning a program of walking events for next year. John is open and Friendly and welcomes new or experienced walkers to his events. If you would like to join with John on one of his walks you can contact him at easternwalks@bn.org.uk Andy   Eastern Region Naked Walking Why Naked Walks?

Hi Everyone The rest of December is a busy month in terms of Naturist swims.We have several.Firstly; we have an evening Swim at Club Naturel  in mid Norfolk;   Next, we have a popular evening swim near the Chiltern Hills in Watford;   So next along; just 5 days before Christmas day; is an afternoon swim at Club Naturel;   Getting ever closer to Christmas there is a Saturday afternoon swim in Mildenhall, Suffolk. With the opportunity to go back to a members h

BN Eastern Region Naturist Walks 2020 Enjoy walking? Then why not join in some of our naturist walks in the Beds-Bucks-Herts Borders area in the coming months: Wilstone, Hertfordshire, on Friday 20 March 2020, 1.00pm to 5.00pm. The walk is on flat terrain, starting at the village Wilstone and walking along sections of the Grand Union Canal (Aylesbury Arm) towards Aylesbury. We then turn away from the Canal returning through tree covered footpaths and open countryside towards Long Marst

Now we are into the New Year i would like to Focus primarily on two events this January Firstly; Northampton Sun Group Swim on Sunday 5th January. This is a long running event in the Eastern Region making its debut as an event way back in 1982 (38 years ago). The club is a friendly haven to relax or swim. It has excellent facilites, with a Swedish Sauna, Russian Steam room and Turkish Hot rooms. So why not pop down and join in to sample the great facilities and a warm friendly wel

In a synergized move the two regions  Laser ( London And South East Region) and the Eastern Region have teamed up for a relaxing evening cruise. On Saturday 8th February at 6pm. Departing from Ware Town Quay in Hertfordshire the cruise will journey southwards along the Lee Valley  and will be  returning  to Ware at 10pm Believed to be the first nude trip on the River Lee. What could be better than a heated and naked cruise with a Fish and Chip supper included in the price; you won't go