About Naturism
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Studland Bay is arguably, Britain's best Naturist beach. The bay in Dorset - with other non-Naturist sections is owned by the National Trust. Nude bathing has a long history there. British Naturism is even represented on the official, National Trust operated, beach users group. Some major work is planned for the dunes at Studland and Woolacombe. A science project in 2016 discovered that changes in the habitat had led to a significant loss of local wildlife. Numbers of sand lizards and meado -
Our friends at the French equivalent of British Naturism, Federation Français de Naturism (FFN) have launched a new campaign - #stopbodyshaming. We asked the FFN’s Eric Stafanu to tells us all about it... BN: Can you give us an overview of the campaign? FFN: The main activity is a social media campaign with posters and photos talking about the diversity of bodies, acceptance of them and to advocate for nudity. We want to show that people should not be ashamed of their bodi -
Situated on the Mexico’s Mayan Riviera, about an hour by road from the airport at Cancun, Hidden Beach Resort is the only fully-nude all-inclusive resort in the world. And we’re delighted to bring you the news that BN members can claim a 10% discount on accommodation, airport transfers and excursions! Hidden Beach is owned by Grupo Lomas and operated by Lomas Hospitality, the group's hotel management division, the luxury hotel has 43 suites, a Presidential Villa and direct access to a priva -
The International Naturist Federation, of which British Naturism is the UK member, celebrates 70 years of activity and representation of Naturists around the world in 2023 and this weekend an event is being held at CHM Montalivet (pictured) on the Atlantic coast of France. There will be representation from a number of counties including the UK and around 120 delegates - or 'party-goers' - as there are some exciting social events to enjoy too! Find out more about the INF and the celebra -
Torben Larsen, chairman of Danish Naturist federation, Danske Naturister (and BN member) is looking for people to join his project. He says: Realising that former attempts to normalise public nudity here have failed, I plan an event for the coming summer (July or August) - a naked walk through the main street of Copenhagen. The difference between this walk and events like the World Naked Bike Ride is that the walk serves nudity itself, not pollution or climate changes. The walk requires abo -
It's always lovely when non-Naturist holiday venues approach us with the idea that they'd like to host some Naturist times. It's happened before and in one case the venue eventually became fully Naturist. This is nothing to do with BN, nor a group holiday, but I've been happy to give some guidance and advice and the news will also be broadcast to other Naturist federations. Michel and Henk are Naturists and are the owners of a stunning property in Portugal - Vila Foia. Their Naturist -
2023 has been a remarkable year for North Wales Naturist Society (NWNS), who have established and run four events since April on the beautiful, natural woodland estate at Halkyn Castle Woods, Flintshire, North Wales. Running from July 31st – August 5th Lammas Event Camp is open to everyone who is serious about Naturism. Guests have been visiting NWNS from not just north Wales, but all across the north west of the country, and as a result, a wonderful community has started to thrive, which i -
A weekend in June all eyes (and bare bodies) headed to the South Coast for two days of action packed fun. The South West region is one of the most active BN regions and tends to get some of the best of the UK weather. This particular weekend the weather wasn't exactly balmy (like the weekend before) but was pleasant enough to bare all at several regional locations. If you had based yourself around Bournemouth for the weekend you could have joined in the action at Splashdown Waterpark o -
Here's something you don't see everyday - a mobile phone company in Iceland have released an advertisement shown on prime time TV featured full, uncensored nudity... The premise seems to be that their SmartWatch is all you need. We'd buy one! There appear to be two versions - here's a longer one: -
Around ten years ago, after much searching for a suitable and available venue, British Naturism launched a central London swim. Not having had a nude swim in the world’s best capital had been disappointing and so we were delighted to get something going. It was an instant hit and quickly became the most popular weekly swim in the country. As well as locals, swimmers came from all over the country and overseas, visiting the swim during their trips to London. Sadly, the pool we used did -
'A full disclosure at the outset,' writes Brian Curragh: we love Arna and have been coming here since 2011. This trip was our sixth visit but the first after a gap of five years - so we were really keen to see what has changed. The good news is that the changes are all to the positive and the site is as magical as before!’ For those of you who haven’t tried the French southwest coastline – you can look forward to a beach that is just under 230 kilometres long, stretching from fashionable -
BN is surprised by the many reports in the media today of a senior RAF officer being investigated by police and suspended by the military for being naked in a paddock at his home. The reports contain no suggestion that there was any sexual element or intent to cause alarm or distress, and the facts as reported give no reason to suppose a police investigation was warranted. We’ve said it before (It is perfectly legal to be naked in your garden - About BN - British Naturism) and we’ll sa -
Not official British Naturism group holidays but we're pleased to support no less than three specialist group holidays heading to Fuerteventura in the spring of 2025 at BHH. Booking is now open for: Ladies Retreat 7 - 14 April Ladies Retreat 1 - 8 May LGTBQ holiday - 9 - 16 May In addition to enjoying the island, the resort and the company of like-minded people, each holiday will also come with plenty of arranged activities. Find out more including how to book by followi -
There can be few as well qualified as Mark Storey to write this wonderful history of nudist/Naturist films. Mark is a lifelong Naturist, joining the Naturist Society (TNS) back in 1988. He is a member of the Naturist Action Committee (NAC), where he has worked with the Naturist Educational Foundation (NEF), and has also been the editorial consultant of Nude and Natural magazine. He helped organize four TNS festivals, two clothing-optional jazz festivals, a Naturist-related film festival, and a t -
Regular readers will know about this show, produced by BN member Richard. We Naturists might be ahead of the curve, but we love being entertained - especially when we can enjoy the show without clothes. Following performances in London, Richard is taking Boys in the Buff to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2023, with not one, but TWO clothing optional performances, on 15th and 22nd August. Q. What's it all about? A. Have you ever felt judged for not having the right body shape? Not ea -
Boys in the Buff is a Christmas comedy spectacular for adults in which Diana and her boys sing, dance and tell stories about self-confidence, body image, and society's unreasonably high expectations on our appearance. Building on their own self-esteem as they share personal stories they dare each other to reveal more of themselves as the evening progresses. It's running at London's Drayton Arms theatre until 9th January and two of the performances have been reserved as clothes-optional for -
A fascinating short film by Charlie Blackfield documenting a naturist sailing trip from Studland Beach to the Isle of Wight. Filmed on two cartridges of Kodak Vision2 200T Super 8 filmstock with a mostly handheld Canon AutoZoom 814E camera. -
Channel 4 recently visited British Naturism Sunfolk for the day and met and filmed Pam Fraser 28 year old Pam is a naturist who devotes her life to championing body positivity and female empowerment. We follow Pam at work at a nudist campsite as she helps her fellow naked guests pitch their tents in high winds and reveals the virtues of life with your kit off. -
Chalfont Holidays, the UK’s premier Naturist tour operator - and proud sponsors of British Naturism - who you read about earlier this week are now recruiting. If you’d like to be part of their home-based reservations team booking tailor-made holidays for the British Naturism community, we’d like to hear from you! We would love it if you have previous travel industry experience, but don’t worry if not, training will be given to the successful candidates. Please send your CV and cov -
An insightful documentary exploring naturist culture within the UK. University of Portsmouth 2012 Producer: Nick Hodgson Director: Louise Peak Writer: Dan Barnes [media=] [/media] -
NakEdArt 3 is a new body-positive show from NaKedArt collective, a diverse and international group which arose from life drawing and painting sessions at Leith School of Art, hosted by sculptor Marcin Krupa, taking place in Edinburgh from the 2nd to the 9th of November. ...and we're delighted to say that at the collective's suggestion, on the morning of Sunday 3rd November, guests will be encouraged to visit the gallery without clothes! Visitors must reserve a place in advance. -
We've showcased member Richard's shows before and especially the performances where the audience are free to enjoy the show in the nude - including recently at the Edinburgh festival. There's another chance coming up and a new show: Strangers in Between which is, 'a captivating Australian classic. This unmissable production delves into the complexities of identity and relationships, offering a mix of laughter and tears that will leave audiences deeply moved.' The c-o opportunity is on -
Corsica really does have something for everyone. There certainly was plenty for us - mountains and warm sea, ancient sites and rugged country, old villages and modernity lurking quietly in the background. Our three-stop fortnight began at La Chiappa, east of Porto Vecchio in the south. The delightful freedom of finally throwing off clothes and our first swims in sparking warm sea after an early flight and the drive down from Bastia. La Chiappa has nearly everything for the two of us. We’d -
Relax, enjoy naturist walks, fully immerse yourself in nature, feel the sun’s rays on your skin, grass between your toes and a breeze through your hair. Good for your health and immune system! Dutch-owned, French-based Camping Le Coteau de l’Herm proudly took silver in the Dutch “BlootKompas” Awards in 2021 and now, for the 2nd year in a row, they are in the top three best small campsites in Europe according to the leading travellers’ association based in the Netherlands. In addition, they -
Here’s the fifth part of our article by BN member Sheila Maycock on Naturism and Mental Health. Read the previous articles on this website - Part One, Part Two, Part Three and Part Four Who am I? I am a Naturist. Four simple words, but what a plethora of meaning behind this, or indeed any statement about who I am. And Naturism is just one facet of our life that contributes to our psychological self-image or sense of self. Am I who I am because of nature or nurture, bec
