Magazine

We look back on two of our biggest and best Naturist weekends ever - the visit to Blackpool at the end of February and a new and exciting venture for BN, the Scottish weekend at Dunoon in April. There are extensive reports from both events and lots of pictures. On a more serious note, Commercial Sales Manager Andrew Welch explains our new recruitment strategy. We at British Naturism are working hard throughout 2013 to bring in new members, from among Naturists who have never joined BN as well a

BN204, Summer 2015 is another comprehensive review of the world of Naturism both at home and abroad, with news, views, articles and features, holiday and event reports and the most detailed listing anywhere of big and small events, clubs, swims, contacts and more. Articles and features include an overview of our Women in Naturism promotion and more stories from ladies about how they found Naturism – plus a male perspective; a focus on Naturism as everyday conversation in which we give you t

BN205, the Autumn 2015 edition of our magazine, is packed full of news, views and features from the fabulous world of Naturism. With event reports, articles, holiday information, along with a comprehensive guide to clubs, swims and events, it is a great read, from cover to cover. In this issue, we have a full report from our recent highly successful 'Women in Naturism' weekend, along with one couple's experience of telling their friends about their Naturism. Regular columnist Roni also offe

The winter issue of BN Magazine is now out! It’s free to members. As always, it's a great read and is full of news and views from the world of Naturism. In this issue: The Great British Skinny Dip Event reports, including Nudefest and 'Bare All for Polar Bears'. Big Days Out in 2016 as it stands at present A new photographic project about Naturism by fashion photographer Amelia Allen Campaigning update Travel, including France, the Czech Republic, Thaila

As ever, BN 207 is a real treat, packed with news, reviews and updates from the Naturist world and richly illustrated with colour photographs. In this issue: Catch up on recent events in our full reports from Alton Towers and the international swimming gala. Find out more about our flagship 'Women in Naturism' campaign and how you can help. The Great British Skinny Dip is happening this 'Septembare'! There's an update about how this event is shaping up and how you can help t

BN 213 is now at the printers and will be despatched around the end of September. Prepare yourselves for a real treat - the issue is packed with the usual wide range of news, views and articles that show the vibrancy and fun of our world. In this issue: Catch up on a summer of fabulous events, including reports from Nudefest, The Gathering and the World Naked Bike Rides, among many others.  Looking ahead, check out our great events calendar for the next few months, including our range

We have a full report on Nudefest 2013 - blessed by great weather for the first time since 2010, this turned into a fantastic week at Newperran and we have a six-page special with stacks of great pictures; if you were there, see if you can spot yourself! On a much more serious note, we report on the ongoing fallout from the Holkham Estate’s decision to ban naturism on Holkham Beach. Research and Liaison Officer Malcolm Boura and BN’s legal team report on the background to the affair and what B

The winter 2013 edition of British Naturism magazine (BN 198) is another wonderfully varied and colourful look at the vibrant world of Naturism. We report on a hugely successful National Convention, which was held at a wonderful new venue, Yarnfield Park in Staffordshire and look back to the 2013 annual general meeting, which was held on the Sunday afternoon of NatConv weekend. BN magazine editor Martin Warrillow tells the story of how he took part in London Zoo’s Streak for Tigers - a naked

It’s going to be another issue packed full of great articles, topical news and of course bursting with colour. There is a full report on last year’s Alton Towers event, the story of our own ‘naked cyclist’ and the positive press he received, features on Naturist swims and “Meet & Greet” gatherings, an update on our Campaigning work and a relaunch - with a new team - of YBN, our group for under 30s. We focus on Spain and Spanish islands in our dedicated travel and holiday feature and squeez

In celebration of our 50th anniversary, BN200, the summer 2014 issue of our quarterly magazine is a ‘souvenir’ edition with a special cover and a big section dedicated to the anniversary, which includes a timeline of our history. We’re trialling some new layouts and have completely refreshed and revised the listings section to make it easier to find events, clubs and contacts. In addition, there’s a great feature interview with Ruth Rogers from body image champions Body Gossip, articles from tw

After the euphoria of our 50th Anniversary issue, the magazine that starts our second 50 years is now out! BN201 is full of good stuff about Naturism in the UK and beyond. We feature long haul holidays – to North and Central America, and the Caribbean to name a few, plus reports on hiking in Germany and the BN Members’ Holiday to El Portús. There is a round-up of many of the great Naturist events that have already taken place this summer and the story of how BN overturned the

· We feature a round up of many of the fantastic events of the summer including Nudefest · Read an in-depth interview with Laura Dodsworth, founder of the Bare Reality project · Find out about the three new BN Members’ Holidays announced for 2015 – open for booking now · France is our featured destination – be inspired by others’ holiday stories · We report from the INF Congress in Ireland Plus more features and articles, news and information from the UK and beyond,

Our first issue of 2015 is, as ever, jam packed with great articles from the world of Naturism. You’ll find information – and brilliant articles - on our promotional initiatives including the very special ‘Women in Naturism’ project, our professionally created academic health and wellbeing survey, and the return of the Great British Skinny Dip. Holidays this time focuses on Spain and her islands, with a wide range of places and locations being reported on, with plenty of great pictures. The

BN208 is out now! As ever, it's a packed read, full of news, views and reviews, including: Updates on our ground-breaking Great British Skinny Dip weekend Event reports from Blackpool, Bournemouth and the National Swimming Gala Great feature articles Details of forthcoming events from the packed 2016 calendar. Reports on the recent BN members' holidays to Gran Hotel Natura and Rotterdam A focus on southern Europe and UK holidays - including a new resort

It's here!  The latest issue of BN Magazine is packed full of features, reviews and experiences from the world of Naturism - and with a season like no other behind us, there is a huge amount to read!  In this issue we have: Thought provoking articles on what's it like being a child in Naturism; why are we not using the media properly to get rid of the 1960s attitudes; young Nina on working and living in the nude at Finca Natura and the recently launched 'Children Deserve Better' report. The

The roar of the presses and the smell of ink can only mean one thing - yes, BN210 is out now! As ever it's a great read that captures all that makes Naturism special.  From the smiling faces on the cover, right through to the back pages, it's packed full of news, reviews and articles of interest.  Some of this issue's highlights (and there really are lots!) are: Full reports from a summer of great events - we've got Nudefest, Bare all for Polar Bears and Party in the Stark, among several

Your full colour round up of all that makes Naturism special is now available - yes BN211 for Spring 2017 is out.. In this edition: Health and fitness - a special feature on those innovators who are moving Naturism in new and exciting directions by introducing new activities to our world, such as naked Yoga, running and exercise classes. Alton Towers? Don't mind if we do! Read all about the fantastic 10th BN weekend enjoying the wonderful facilities and atmosphere. We meet ou

So, what delights do we have to occupy you in this issue?  Our articles include:  ”Don't put off till tomorrow what you can do today”, an appeal to those contemplating taking their first faltering steps into Naturism; What do non-Naturists actually think of us?  It's so rare to see anyone naked in public, is it any wonder that people reach for their phones to call the police?; Ever wanted to try naked hiking? The joys of enjoying the countryside free of clothing and a useful guide to be

Welcome to another fun and feature filled edition of BN Magazine, which will be dropping onto your doormats soon, and is available for download by members. It is packed full of all the news and views from the world of British Naturism, the national organisation representing Naturists and Naturism in the UK.  Of course, this is the issue where we look back and reflect upon a summer season well spent, but it's also an upbeat forward look to what promises to be another spectacular year in 2018.

Welcome to BN 215 - fresh from the presses, and full of Naturist news, views and reviews!  If you are a member of BN you can download a digital copy - as well as all BN magazines back to 2004.  With spring round the corner, this issue not only looks back over recent events, but looks forward to the season ahead, and some of the big BN initiatives we are developing this year.  In this issue: We catch up on event reports, including Alton Towers 2017, the clothing optional performance of

As always our members' quarterly magazine s a great read, full of news, views and reviews, all brought to life with full colour throughout.   If you are a member of BN you can download a digital copy - as well as all BN magazines back to 2004. In this issue we're covering: Get fit, get naked - we take a look at the many different opportunities there are to keep fit - from cycling to Yoga to Tai-Chi, there's a whole new world out there! A review of our Bournemouth and Blackpool weekends

Welcome to BN 217 - reflecting back on a quite incredible season, and packed full of the latest news, views and reviews from the world of Naturism and BN.  Included in this feature packed edition, we have: Great features including newcomer Lili, giving us her experiences and thoughts on Naturism and body image; Taylor competing in his first naked 5K; and a comprehensive list of the many benefits of Naturism Our usual round up of event reviews, including the new NKD Festival, Nudesto

Welcome to BN218: the feature-tastic final publication of a year that will go down in BN history as one of the biggest and best yet. Highlights of this winter edition of the BN Magazine include: A whole host of fantastic features ranging from Sue’s thoughts on becoming a Naturist; notes on a big year for BN and The Great British Skinny Dip; and Eastbourne’s many Naturist activities. From Skinny Dipping to Swimming Galas: Team BN bring home their biggest medal haul yet Looking

Welcome to BN219! The first edition of the year and – wait a minute! Something’s different. The magazine looks super slick! That’s right, we’ve given the pages a makeover and, as (we hope) you’ll see, they look much better. It’s a new look for a new year*. *Definitely something to let your non-subscribing friends know about…     Highlights of this spruced-up Spring edition of the BN Magazine include: A packed news section including - Beating Brexit Blues by making

Our Summer issue is now out… Highlights include: A round up of recent events including our record-breaking roller-coaster ride in Blackpool, National swimming gala, ‘Kiss and Tell’ and Royal Academy museum visits and our canal trip Women in Naturism - Leann swims for charity and Jooles and her team prepare to row the Atlantic naked A review of Channel 4’s Naked Beach An introduction to our new Families Officer Shân Three adult Naturists tell their stories