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    Getting Ready for the Warmer Weather

    By Guest, in Eastern,

    Plans are taking shape for 2024 activities in Eastern Region. A popular naturist club near Colchester (www.SpringwoodSunClub.co.uk) will be opening their gates for the BN Eastern Region Spring Conference in April. One of the topics for the day will be how to arrange a new naturist group event, starting with the basics like identifying a suitable venue. Other topics will cover naturist events already a long way into the planning phase but not yet advertised, and there will be a summary our regular activities like naturist swims and walks, as well as updates from some of the many naturist clubs based in our area. This is one of the benefits of being a member of BN, you discover there is far more going on than you might think. If you are already a BN member living in Eastern Region then be sure to reserve your place at our spring get-together - see previous entry for details of how to book. .

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    Fancy a day visit to the island of Steep Holm on the 9 July? Steep Holm is a small island in the Bristol Channel and lies offshore from Cardiff and Weston-Super-Mare and although relatively close to areas of high population and a busy shipping channel, Steep Holm is isolated and has a fascinating history and lots of natural splendour. Access is via small boat and ribs are leaving Cardiff at 07:30 and Weston Super Mare at 08:30. Due to tidal movement it’s a full day on the island and the Ribs will be returning at approximately 20:00. Full details are in the Regional Diary
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    Jacki and her team are holding another rally in the spring based on the great success they had last year. Being held at Lower Poulza Farm near Bude in Cornwall starting in the afternoon of Wednesday 8th May and finishing on Wednesday 15th May 2024. Lower Poulza is a beautiful unspoilt site with plenty of space to walk around and with lots of fantastic local walks and the scenic Atlantic coast to explore and of course nearby there is Tintagel, Boscastle, Widmouth Bay, Crackington Haven, Bude, Bideford, the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan and lots more… Come along and meet friends both old and new and Jacki says “the urn will be on in the Club House all day on arrival day and every afternoon at 5pm for tea, coffee, biscuits and a chat about what you have discovered during your day in the area. There will be a fish & chip supper, welly wanging, cream tea and boules match and a campfire evening” Lower Poulza has great facilities and Jacki reminds me that if you wish to attend you will need to send her a booking form and deposit. If you require further information or the booking form, please email southwestrep@bn.org.uk.
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    We look forward to welcoming you to our Spring regional meeting which will be held at 11:00 on Sunday 14th April 2024, at Springwood Sun Club near Colchester in Essex, home turf for our new Regional Organiser Nigel Newman. The club will be serving us a buffet lunch for £10, payable on the day and afterwards you can explore this wonderful club.
    If you plan to attend, please email Cath on easternsecretary@bn.org.uk or message CathBromley on the forum by 7th April so that we can give the club numbers for lunch.
    Reports and other documents will be attached to the event on the BN calendar (link below)
    Who should come? The meeting is open to any BN member within Eastern Region (ER1 or ER2 on your membership card) and every BN member club in the Region. Members of BN clubs who are not also individual members are welcome too but can only exercise the single club vote (if there is any voting required).
    Why come? You might have ideas about how we should operate, or for new events: come and talk. You might like to find out more about BN: come and ask. You might want to help out in some way: come and talk. You might represent a club and want to ask other clubs how they get round some problem: come and ask them. You might want to see what a naturist club looks like: come and find out. You might just want a pleasant day out: you'll find that too. And: we want to see you too!
    Further details on the event calendar 
     
     
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    Court Farm Lakes near Lydney

    By Guest, in South West,

    Court Farm Lakes offer swimming sessions and events, open water swim coaching, SUP, yoga and fitness on their beautifully maintained 4 acre site, situated just off the A48 in Woolaston, Gloucestershire.
    Their onsite Cafe is a warm and cosy place to relax and chat.
    During the summer months they offer social evenings with live music and food.
    But why am I telling you this?
    It is because they hold daily Clothes Optional swims!
    Please have a look at their website and book yourself a place.
    Update 5th April 2024:
    I visited Court Farm Lakes today to meet with one of the team who runs it and managed a lovely skinny dip. I can confirm the surroundings and views are lovely and the food in the Cafe is great. I would recommend this site for a great Clothes Optional swim.
    Don't forget that they are also holding a Great British Skinny Dip in aid of the British Heart Foundation on Friday 10th May 2024 from 5pm to 9pm. More details can be found here!
    Update 28th June 2024:
    Court Farm Lakes is holding another Skinny Dip evening on Friday 5th July.
    More details can be found here!
  • Guest
    We have identifed a new potential venue for a swim & sauna in Herefordshire.
    Before we begin detailed discussions with the venue, we would like an idea of the likely interest in the area.
    If you are interested could you complete this simple poll here or email southwestrep@bn.org.uk. 
  • Guest

    Plymouth Sun Club Monthly swim

    By Guest, in South West,

    Plymouth Sun Club holds monthly Monday swims in Plympton Pool on the outskirts of Plymouth.  Until now the club as met twice a month, but because of rising costs and lower than expected attendance last year, the 2024 schedule has been reduced to once a month, see calendar details here https://www.bn.org.uk/events/event/8244-plymouth-sun-club/ 
    Your support for the club will be appreciated, this is one of the few swims where no advance booking is required, just turn up, bring some ID and £7 cash for visitors and spend an enjoyable hour swimming or socialising before perhaps continuing those friendships in the nearby pub afterwards.
     
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    🎄Tickets are now available for LASER's Early Christmas Lunch at The Mill Arms, Dunbridge, Romsey. 🎄
    You’ll be able to choose from a two or three course menu ahead of the event, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available. From £26. There are full meat, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available. You will be asked on booking for your menu choices so take a look at the attached file to help you choose. Set menu - BN Lunch - 25 November23.docx
    We will have exclusive use of the function room at the pub. This is a fully self-contained area with its own bar and toilets which means that it will be possible to be naked throughout the event. Car parking is available behind the pub, but it is only two minutes’ walk from Dunbridge & Mottisfont Station, so why not leave the car at home and enjoy a few drinks!
    We will have the skittles alley set up for you to enjoy a game or two....
    See the events calendar for details and booking: 
     
  • Guest
    I'm delighted to announce the opportunity for a third visit of the year to Hougton Lodge Gardens on 12th September. Sophie, Stephanie and the team are keen to welcome BN and non-member naturists to enjoy an evening visit to the gardens.
    Details are in the LASER calendar but as this is not a BN-organised event there is no need to book tickets in advance, pay at the gate. To see the gardens online visit their website.
    The tea room at Houghton Lodge will remain open throughout the evening. 
    Please feel free to contact @coltay by DM or email colin.taylor@bn.org.uk 
  • Guest
    We are back at the lovely outdoor pool at Petersfield on the Sunday of the Late Summer Bank Holiday for another Great British Skinny Dip. 27th August from 6.30-8.30pm. Our last event here was a fantastic evening and this time we've added a BBQ with burgers on sale at £5. We can't guarantee the glorious sunshine we had last time, it is after all a UK bank Holiday weekend but you are sure of a great evening!
    Details are on the LASER calendar and tickets are on sale through the BN shop here.
    Whether you’re a seasoned skinny dipper or a nudie-newbie, we invite you to experience the freedom of swimming without trunks and bikinis this bank holiday weekend.
    The recently refurbished heated pool at Petersfield (Hampshire) has a café, is adjacent to a large public car park, and only a short walk from the train station. 
    We sold out last time with 80 tickets sold, many in the last week so don't delay, book your tickets today! We look forward to welcoming you there.
     
    Prices:
    BN Member (swim only) £9 BN Member (swim plus £2 BHF donation) £11 Non-BN Member (swim only) £12 No-BN Member (swim plus £2 BHF donation) £14
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