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Our visit to the Dorset Museum - in the news!

About a month ago I posted a news story about the range and volume of the media attention BN had been paid over the last little while, well, it continues! Don't forget that members can find links to most of them (and post anything they find relating to nudity/Naturism in the press) on the Members' Forum. 
A particular success has been the result of the press release we issued to local media outlets for the forthcoming visit to the Dorset Museum. It may be the silly season, or a slow news week but it led to interviews on Times Radio and BBC Radio Solent, press reports in the Bournemouth Echo, The Sun and on the BBC website. A letter from one of the organisers was published in the Bridport News. Even better is that a media session will be held on the night, just before the visit begins, with ITV's Good Morning, BBC Radio Solent and Bournemouth News and Picture Service attending. 
Tickets for the event on 17th September are still available - buy yours from the BN shop now!

The Southampton Swim is back!

Naked Southampton Swim takes place at the Oaklands Community Pool in Southampton on a monthly basis - and starts again on Saturday 28 September from 18:30 - 20:00.
The event is open to all - find out more and book your place over in the BN shop - and check out the swim dates for the rest of the year.

World Suicide Prevention Day

We are living through a global pandemic that affects our minds rather than our bodies.  We have built a society that undermines self-belief and afflicts young people in particular with suicide being the third leading cause of death among 15–29-year-olds.  There are good times and bad times which makes it even worse because somebody who cracks jokes in the pub might feel very differently behind their closed door.
Gracie joined us at the EveryBody festival as part of #TheNakedTruth campaign and shared some of her experiences as a young woman living today, giving us an insight into the challenges people face and some glimpses of light on where solutions might be found.
Naturism might not be the solution to the world’s problems, but poor body image certainly contributes to poor mental health and escaping into nature and into nudity can provide moments of relief.
Be mindful of those around you, they probably need more help than you realise and can offer support in return.

DSC_4744Gracie Depression TNT.mp4  
 

Merit Award Winners - Naked Wanderings!

Each year British Naturism invites nominations for individuals who have made outstanding contributions to Naturism and really made a difference.  Usually, those nominees will be from the UK and, indeed, the membership, but some contributions transcend international boundaries.  This is very much the case for Nick and Lins, better known as Naked Wanderings.
Nick and Lins are among the most effective naturist influencers active today. Best known through their blog, started in 2017, their output has expanded into a variety of social media channels with tens of thousands of followers.  Through these platforms they have found a voice which speaks to young and old alike, to novice naturists or those considering starting out, and to experienced naturists who are interested in finding new places to go.
They have made a similarly significant contribution to organised Naturism.  They played a key role in convincing Stéphane Deschênes to stand for election as President of the INF in 2021 and have themselves represented Australia and South Africa during the last two INF World Congresses.  They present as ordinary people, not cranky or eccentric, and not taking themselves too seriously, and by doing so have inspired existing and prospective naturists around the world.
They can be found on Instagram and more of their content is linked here, so go check them out!
The Certificate of Merit awards are usually made at the British Naturism AGM, but that doesn’t have to be the case and with Nick and Lins visiting the UK and the EveryBody Festival, we seized the opportunity to make the presentation in person.  They serve as an inspiration in how we can advance Naturism by being positive and I’m sure you will all agree that the award is well deserved.

Events this weekend - and beyond!

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over the next few weeks and big events taking place later. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...
Note that this week's digest is extended to a three week period as the news and ezine team are off on their hols next week and there will be no update.
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Bigger events happening later in the year:
Sept 27 Court Farm Naked Heart Walk
Sept 29 Eastern Region Conference
Oct 4-7 Sherwood Forest Cabin Share
Oct 19 Naked Quiz & Social Evening
Oct 25-27 INF Swimming Gala, France
Nov 15-18 Luxury Spa Break Amsterdam
Nov 19-26 NatRam Walk, Fuerteventura   
Dec 14 Christmas Lunch at the Mill Arms
             2025
Feb 8-16 YBN to Gran Canaria
May 12-15 The Gathering
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
July 7-13 Nudefest – info to follow soon
July 12 Bare all for Polar Bears
 
INF -FNI/EUNAT
Naked Dining
Naked Heart Walks
Sports Events
Swims & Waterparks
Walks & Hikes
 
Rusheyhill Weekend Camp
August 30-1 September
Another chance to camp at Rusheyhill & attend our GBSD at Portstewart.
County Antrim
 
The Big Quiz
August 30
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 30
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 30
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Watford Swim
August 30
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 30
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Visit to Burrows Gardens
August 31
Enjoy the gardens, tea & coffee & delicious home baked cakes will be available.
Derbyshire
 
Ladies Only Clothing Optional Afternoon
August 31
Join us for afternoon tea to support Cancer Research.
Gloucestershire
 
NW Naturist Worsley Swim
August 31
Enjoy warm pools for swimming or relaxing, sauna & steam rooms & café for refreshments.
Greater Manchester
 
Spectrum Swim
August 31
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 31
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
Walk Slingsby
September 1
A 7 mile walk with 3 moderate hills & stunning views of the Yorkshire Wolds.
Yorkshire
 
Cardiff Coffee Group
September 1
Clothing optional, drink tea/coffee, chat & enjoy arts & crafts.
Cardiff
 
Durley House Skinny Dip
September 1
GBSD at a private indoor pool with Hydropool, please book in advance.
Hampshire
 
Ryedale Swim
September 1
Fortnightly afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
September 1
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturist Swim at Haddington
September 1
Family friendly, 2 pools, sauna & steam room, sports hall & café.
East Lothian
 
Arundel Lido Skinny Dip
September 1
Final Skinny Dip of the year with a BBQ.
West Sussex
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
September 1
Join us for an evening swim in an indoor heated pool.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
September 1
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Potteries Swim
September 1
Join our adults only swim and relax in our friendly environment.
Newcastle-under-Lyme
 
GBSD PortStewart Beach
September 1
Meet at 11 for a skinny dip to raise funds for the RNLI.
County Antrim
 
Plymouth Sun Club Swim
September 2
Monthly swim in Plympton Pool.
Devon
 
Pre Shap Lido Walk
September 3
A clothing optional walk near to Shap, about 9 miles & 870 feet ascent.
Cumbria
 
GBSD at Shap Lido
September 3
Last chance this year to visit the fantastic Shap Lido.
Cumbria
 
Bristol Swim
September 3
New date & time, now every Tuesday from 8 to 9.
Bristol
 
Natram Walk “Empty” Essex
September 4
An 11 mile walk over the salt marshes near Maldon.
Essex
 
Stark Trekkers Mayfield
September 5
A 6 mile walk through the ancient woodland near Wadhurst.
East Sussex
 
Manchester Male Swim
September 5
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
Rosslyn Glamping & Camping Weekend
September 6 – 15
A clothing optional week in a woodland glamping / camping site with full facilities.
Norfolk
 
Harlington Walk
September 6
An 8.5 mile circular walk with some moderate hills.
Bedfordshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
September 6
A swimming & social club, which uses a private pool with hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
September 6
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
September 6
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Ladies Only Swim
September 6
Clothes optional evening swim in a private pool with hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Swim
September 6
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
September 6
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Great East Skinny Dip
September 7
Takes place at 1pm on the sea front at Clacton-on-Sea, meet at 12 noon, sign up online.
Essex
 
GBSD Findhorn
September 7
The most northerly GBSD event where curious seals come to see what is happening.
Moray
 
Sunnybroom Swim Aberdeen
September 7
First Saturday of the month at the Bridge of Don pool.
Aberdeenshire
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
September 7
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
Spectrum Swim
September 7
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Nothing on, on a Saturday Night
September 7
Swim in warm, friendly environment then come along to the pub afterwards.
Lancashire
 
GBSD Edwinstowe Swim
September 7
A 2 hour swim at South Forest Leisure Centre
Nottinghamshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
September 8
Weekly swim 4:15 to 6 plus other weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Guernsey Skinny Dip
September 8
Arrive by 4:30 at Pembroke Beach where we have the banners.
Guernsey
 
Northampton Sun Group Swim
September 8
Use of 2 pools, sauna & steam rooms, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms.
Northamptonshire
 
Prested Hall Spa Swim
September 8
Pool, sauna & steam rooms, loungers, garden area and Bistro.
Essex
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
September 8
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Natram walk Wepham Down
September 10
An 11 mile, or less, walk on the South Downs near Arundel.
West Sussex
 
Gong Vibes at Bexhill
September 10
Only 3 places available for this event & allow the vibrations wash over you.
East Sussex
 
Bristol Swim
September 10
Swim from 8 to 9 at the Jubilee Pool.
Bristol
 
High Beeches Garden
September 11
With 27 acres of woodland, water gardens plus rare & exotic plants.
Sussex
 
60th Jamboree
September 12 – 16
Four nights of live entertainment, daytime activities, pool & sauna.
Powys
 
Manchester Male Swim
September 12
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
September 13
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
September 13
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – Swim
September 13
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Swim
September 13
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
September 13
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sports Taster Day @ Diogenes
September 14
Miniten, Pickleball & Boules taster fun day; learn to play & have a few fun games.
Buckinghamshire
 
Wigton Swim
September 14
A monthly skinny dip at the Wigton Pool
Cumbria
 
Great South Skinny Dip
September 14
Meet from 12, starts at 1 at Studland Beach.
Dorset
 
Sleaford Swim
September 14
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna & steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
MNSC Swim – Bury St Edmunds
September 14
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
Spectrum Swim
September 14
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
September 14
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
5k Naked Run
September 15
Organised by the Naturist Foundation, held at Swanley, see website to book.
Kent
 
Ryedale Swim
September 15
Fortnightly afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
September 15
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturist Swim at Haddington
September 15
Family friendly, 2 pools, sauna & steam room, sports hall & café.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
September 15
Meet for a chat, a pint or even a meal.
South Glamorgan
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
September 15
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Potteries Swim
September 15
Join our adults only swim and relax in our friendly environment.
Newcastle-under-Lyme
 
Dorset Abbotsbury Walk
September 16
An 8.5 mile walk, or shorter, along the South Dorset Ridgeway.
Dorset
 
Natram walk Kendyke
September 17
An 11 mile walk through neolithic hill forts, burial mounds & ancient trackways.
Wiltshire
 
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery
September 17
See 250 million years of natural history at this private viewing, naked.
Dorset
 
Bristol Swim
September 17
Swim from 8 to 9 at the Jubilee Pool.
Bristol
 
Neath Abbey Camping
September 19 – 22
A clothing optional event with toilets, showers & polytunnel, beaches nearby.
West Glamorgan
 
Manchester Male Swim
September 19
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
Blue Lagoon with ESN
September 19
Enjoy the warm water pools of the Blue Lagoon, Eastbourne.
Sussex
 
GBSD Spring Lakes
September 19
Final skinny dip followed by food in the café with donation to BHF.
Nottinghamshire
 
Club Naturel – Swim
September 20
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
September 20
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
September 20
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Swim
September 20
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
September 20
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Spectrum Swim
September 21
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
September 21
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
TANDO: Mexican Night
September 21
Dress only in your sombrero, or less. MUST book in advance.
Tyne & Wear
 
NW Region Miniten
September 22
All matches are doubles, men, women & mixed.
Merseyside
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
September 22
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
September 22
A swim in an indoor heated pool.
Devon
 
Prested Hall Spa Swim
September 22
Pool, sauna & steam rooms, loungers, garden area and Bistro.
Essex
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
September 22
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash
 

British Naturism Sunfolk: We're Lovin' It!

BN Chair, Colin Taylor, says:
'There's been a really great atmosphere in the Pavilion at British Naturism’s site Sunfolk this week, despite some awful weather but the Pavilion was full and warm and really busy. Evenings have been great with a very mixed bunch sitting in the bistro setting. Lively conversation from visitors around the world as well as YBN  members here for the YBN week. We’ve had some international visitors too, from Belgium and Israel as well as international travellers and Vloggers Nick and Lins from Naked Wanderings. Watch out for their upcoming video of their visit. BN Sunfolk is a great place to be whatever the weather!
We've had other great feedback too!
...The kitchen is awesome! Really modern and every appliance you could ever want, and more. Two huge fridges, state of the art sinks and oven/hob. Was very impressive!! There is also an area before the kitchen in the main area that has a sink and a little area with one of those boiling water from the tap devices. 
...I just spent a delightful two nights there - it's serene, with kitchen and communal spaces "just right".  The wardens were very professional as well as welcoming. Well done and congratulations BN!
...The whole experience was brilliant.  Well done to everyone who was involved in getting the project over the finishing line.
...I camped at BN Sunfolk for the first time last week and was most impressed with this lovely site and all its facilities. It was one of the best Naturist camping experiences I've had and I want to thank the BN wardens for making my stay a relaxing and enjoyable one.
I camped on Sunday night on a fabulous hot weekend. I felt so welcomed and comfortable I returned on Friday, with my wife, for her first ever Naturist experience.  
She’s seen what this year has meant to me, so she had nervously agreed to come with me to Sunfolk. I was absolutely delighted as I so wanted to share everything that I have discovered this year with her, but had no clue how sell Naturism to her.  
However, she was completely sold on the whole experience from the moment the gate opened and we were welcomed so warmly.  She absolutely loved it. Signed up to BN on the spot!  

Reminder - Great British Skinny Dip, PortStewart, Northern Ireland - this weekend!

Expectations are high for another good turnout at our Great British Skinny dip and beach day in Northern Ireland. It takes place this coming Sunday, 1 September at 11am at Portstewart Strand
We’ve also been enjoying a great collaboration with our friends from the National Trust who have been promoting the event on social media on both the National Trust page and the Portstewart Strand page on Facebook, this week as well as the National Trust North Coast Instagram page - please engage with them all if you can!
Please support this event if you can - in BN's 60th anniversary year - and make the possibility of many more likely!
 
Image: Richard Buick

Volunteering - is Health and Safety your thing?

We are looking for a current volunteer who is involved in delivering British Naturism’s events or activities ‘on the ground’ who has an interest in health and safety issues to join British Naturism’s new Health and Safety Committee.
We are particularly looking for someone who will be involved in having to implement health and safety considerations, whether at national, regional, local events and activities, to provide a user’s ‘reality check’ with those tasked for managing our commitment to health and safety.
Meetings will usually take place online via Zoom.  You will also be expected to read and comment on policy documents and reports.
For an informal conversation or to express an interest in joining the Health and Safety Committee, please contact Colin Taylor, Chair of BN, who is our lead on health and safety. He's also contactable via the members' forum @Colin Taylor. For an expression of interest, please state current volunteer role with BN, any relevant experience and why you would like to be involved in this important area of work.  
Find out more about Volunteering for BN and the various roles we have available here (log-in required)

BN241 - Autumn

The Autumn issue of our members' magazine is out now!
As always, it’s chock-full of news, information, listings and fully illustrated features and articles.
Contents include:
All the events you can look forward to and a round-up of everything that’s been happening – including Nudefest BN in the media – We’re as busy as bees spreading the word! Women in Naturism: “My Word, My Way” helps women express what Naturism means to them Sunfolk reopens! British Bodies, French Film: Annebella Pollen dishes on her part in a new nudie documentary 100 Years in the Nude: BN’s Nick Mayhew-Smith on a century of club Naturism in the UK Sports Round-up: All the latest on BN’s sports activities In travel, we visit Rhodes, the Dominican Republic, Spain, St Martin and Portugal …and loads more! BN241 will soon be landing on the doormats of members of British Naturism who can also download a digital version. There's even a topic open for you to share your views with other members (log in required).
 

Events this weekend - and beyond!

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over just the next couple of weeks and big events to look forward to. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Bigger events happening later in the year:
 
Only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in the other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Sept 11 High Beeches Garden Visit
Sept 12-16 60th Jamboree
Sept 15 Naturist Foundation 5k run
Sept 17 Dorset Museum Visit
Sept 19-22 Neath Abbey Camping Weekend
Sept 27 Court Farm BHF walk
Sept 29 Eastern Region Conference
Oct 4-7 Sherwood Forest Cabin Share
Oct 19 Naked Quiz & Social Evening
Oct 25-27 INF Swim Gala, France
Nov 15-18 Luxury Spa Break Amsterdam
Nov 19-26 NatRam Walk, Fuerteventura   
Dec 14 Christmas Lunch at the Mill Arms
             2025
Feb 8-16 YBN to Gran Canaria
May 12-15 The Gathering
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
July 7-13 Nudefest – info to follow soon
July 12 Bare all for Polar Bears
 
INF -FNI/EUNAT
Naked Dining
Naked Heart Walks
Sports Events
Swims & Waterparks
Walks & Hikes
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 23
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 23
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Watford Swim
August 23
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 23
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Haslemere Sun Club Open Weekend
August 24 – 25
Open weekend with live music.
Hampshire
 
TANDO Festival Weekend
August 24 – 26
Fireworks, lights & music plus much more.
Tyne & Wear
 
East Midlands Taster Weekend
August 24 - 26
Day visit or weekend with a BBQ on the Saturday evening.
Lincolnshire
 
Thetford Forest Walk
August 24
An 8 mile, or shorter, mainly flat ground generally in the forest area.
Norfolk
 
Llama Trek High Weald
August 24
Clothing optional with picnic in the countryside of the High Weald.
Sussex
 
Sleaford Swim
August 24
Pool, gym, squash courts, sauna & steam rooms.
Lincolnshire
 
Jupiter Artland Garden Visit
August 24
Quirky artwork, woodland walk & fantastic earthwork mounts.
West Lothian
 
Spectrum Swim
August 24
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Outdoor Swim at Bovey Tracey
August 24
Swim in this heated pool.
Devon
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 24
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
WNBR Folkstone
August 24
Assemble at 1 at Shearway Rd, ride at 2
Kent
 
Studland Beach Day
August 25
Bring a picnic & enjoy this fantastic beach, meeting your BN reps & other members.
Dorset
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
August 25
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Prested Hall Spa
August 25
Pool, sauna, steam room, loungers, garden area & licenced Bistro.
Essex
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
August 25
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Taster Weekend
August 25
Come for the day & make use of our great facilities or stay for the weekend.
Lincolnshire
 
Shaftesbury Lido Swim
August 27
Enjoy this heated outdoor pool, recently refurbished.
Dorset
 
GBSD Spring Lakes
August 27
Early evening swim, over 18s only.
Nottinghamshire
 
Bristol Naked Swim
August 28
Evening swim at the Jubilee Pool.
Bristol
 
Natram Walk Up Barley
August 29
A 12 mile, or shorter, walk near Petersfield.
West Sussex
 
Manchester Male Swim
August 29
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
Rusheyhill Weekend Camp
August 30-1 September
Another chance to camp at Rusheyhill & attend our GBSD at Portstewart.
County Antrim
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 30
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 30
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Watford Swim
August 30
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 30
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Visit to Burrows Gardens
August 31
Enjoy the gardens, tea & coffee & delicious home baked cakes will be available.
Derbyshire
 
Ladies Only Clothing Optional Afternoon
August 31
Join us for afternoon tea to support Cancer Research.
Gloucestershire
 
NW Naturist Worsley Swim
August 31
Enjoy warm pools for swimming or relaxing, sauna & steam rooms & café for refreshments.
Greater Manchester
 
Spectrum Swim
August 31
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 31
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
Walk Slingsby
September 1
A 7 mile walk with 3 moderate hills & stunning views of the Yorkshire Wolds.
Yorkshire
 
Cardiff Coffee Group
September 1
Clothing optional, drink tea/coffee, chat & enjoy arts & crafts.
Cardiff
 
Durley House Skinny Dip
September 1
GBSD at a private indoor pool with Hydropool, please book in advance.
Hampshire
 
Ryedale Swim
September 1
Fortnightly afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
September 1
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturist Swim at Haddington
September 1
Family friendly, 2 pools, sauna & steam room, sports hall & café.
East Lothian
 
Arundel Lido Skinny Dip
September 1
Final Skinny Dip of the year with a BBQ.
West Sussex
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
September 1
Join us for an evening swim in an indoor heated pool.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
September 1
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Potteries Swim
September 1
Join our adults only swim and relax in our friendly environment.
Newcastle-under-Lyme
 
GBSD Port Stewart Beach
September 1
Meet at 11 for a skinny dip to raise funds for the RNLI.
County Antrim
 
Plymouth Sun Club Swim
September 2
Monthly swim in Plympton Pool.
Devon
 
Pre Shap Lido Walk
September 3
A clothing optional walk near to Shap, about 9 miles & 870 feet ascent.
Cumbria
 
GBSD at Shap Lido
September 3
Last chance this year to visit the fantastic Shap Lido.
Cumbria
 
Natram Walk “Empty” Essex
September 4
An 11 mile walk over the salt marshes near Maldon.
Essex
 
Stark Trekkers Mayfield
September 5
A 6 mile walk through the ancient woodland near Wadhurst.
East Sussex
 
Manchester Male Swim
September 5
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
Rosslyn Glamping & Camping Weekend
September 6 – 15
A clothing optional week in a woodland glamping / camping site with full facilities.
Norfolk
 
Harlington Walk
September 6
An 8.5 mile circular walk with some moderate hills.
Bedfordshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
September 6
A swimming & social club, which uses a private pool with hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
September 6
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Ladies Only Swim
September 6
Clothes optional evening swim in a private pool with hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Swim
September 6
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
September 6
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Great East Skinny Dip
September 7
Takes place at 1pm on the sea front at Clacton-on-Sea, meet at 12 noon, sign up online.
Essex
 
GBSD Findhorn
September 7
The most northerly GBSD event where curious seals come to see what is happening.
Moray
 
Sunnybroom Swim Aberdeen
September 7
First Saturday of the month at the Bridge of Don pool.
Aberdeenshire
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
September 7
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
Spectrum Swim
September 7
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Nothing on, on a Saturday Night
September 7
Swim in warm, friendly environment then come along to the pub afterwards.
Lancashire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
September 7
Weekly swim 4:15 to 6 plus other weekly activities.
Surrey
 
GBSD Edwinstowe Swim
September 7
A 2 hour swim at South Forest Leisure Centre
Nottinghamshire
 
Guernsey Skinny Dip
September 8
Arrive by 4:30 at Pembroke Beach where we have the banners.
Guernsey
 
Northampton Sun Group Swim
September 8
Use of 2 pools, sauna & steam rooms, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms.
Northamptonshire
 
Prested Hall Spa Swim
September 8
Pool, sauna & steam rooms, loungers, garden area and Bistro.
Essex
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
September 8
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash
 

It's a NEW Naked Heart Walk!

They might have thought it was all over (the Naked Heart Walks as well as the tan...) but here's another terrific Naked Heart Walk to raise money for our charity partner British Heart Foundation.
It takes place at the four-acre Court Farm Lakes in Lydney, Gloucestershire on Friday 27 September.
Find out how to book your place here!

The Future of Studland

Dorset's Studland Bay, as most readers will know, hosts - amongst much else of interest - one of the best beaches for Naturists in the UK. British Naturism has always worked alongside the beach owners, The National Trust - in fact we are represented on the official beach user group. 
In association with the Dorset Coast Forum, they have launched a survey for all those interested in the beach to provide feedback. We encourage as many Naturists as possible to complete it!
Find it here, along with a lot more information about the project and Studland Bay itself.

British Naturism Sunfolk: All Catered For...

The kitchen has been refreshed to provide a good space for serious food prep. For more casual eating and drinking, guests can use the more sociable space with its large breakfast bar.
We've had more good feedback!
Kevin said, 'I really can’t recommend Sunfolk more to either people trying Naturism for the first time or anyone looking for an easy place to visit for the day. With kindness and a welcome from the wonderful wardens and the friendly people at Sunfolk, it is a beautiful place I had the most amazing day yesterday again meeting and chatting with some lovely people. Sunfolk really is magical and in fact a deeply spiritual place with the most amazing energy.

Lachlan said, 'I spent a couple of days there last week. A beautifully refurbished site which hasn't, as i feared it might, lost its charm.

New Cambium: Naturist living in the Dominican Republic 

Morning starts with the birds, sometimes soft cooing, other times rambunctious chatter.  Giant stands of bamboo creak like an old woman’s joints. Cows moo. A donkey brays. The sweet songs of nature gently announce the day, one element at a time. Drinking coffee outside on the terrace, we glance at the mountains in the distance. Will there be a rainbow this morning? Maybe a double? It is beautiful and peaceful here.
‘Here’ is New Cambium, a 70-hectare (approximately 173-acre) Naturist community located on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. In 2010 a community was founded here where people could “Live, play, and work naked year-round,” in a sustainable and holistic environment.  With that goal, Naturists from around the world bought plots and many have built homes, some of which are available for holiday rental. New Cambium represents the best of many worlds with a central recreational area at Palm Gardens surrounded by farmland and ancient cacao forests. Against the background of the mountains, residents take nature walks along three kilometres of trails and they gather at the pool. Beautiful, secluded beaches are minutes away by car.
Over the years, the vision has evolved to one of being a financially sustainable residential and rental community that is aligned with the Naturist philosophy of living in harmony with nature, each other, and ourselves. Where the original vision promoted social nudity and the benefits of living clothes free, we’ve expanded to include respect for the land, the water, the plants and animals who live among us - including the human ones!. You can experience the Dominican Republic in a way not remotely related to the big resort towns that replace local charm with homogenised hotel life. Here, when you drop your clothes, you can also drop hectic everyday living.
In the local village of Magante, you will find small colmados (convenience stores), a dairy with fresh yogurt and cheese, a grocery store, some small eateries, a liquor store, a wood carving studio and two hardware stores. It is a humble and friendly town. A short walk from the village takes you to Playa Rogelio, our local beach, well equipped with food kiosks, sun beds, and vast areas for seaside walks. Although there are no nudists beaches, many of us swim and sunbathe naked in secluded areas; the beaches here are stunning.
What we lack in convenience (ATM machines and petrol stations are 20 minutes away), we make up for in being part of a community made up of kind, funny, warm, and helpful locals. Got a flat tyre? Give it a few minutes and a guy on a motor bike will show up to change it for a few pesos. Want some fresh fish? Head to the beach. Fresh fish, fries, tostones (fried plantains), salad, rice and a beer cost around £12. For finer fare, head to any of the towns along the coast for more European-style dining.
Today there are twelve-full time residents at New Cambium. Sharon from Colorado writes, “Kenneth and I had been leaseholders since 2010 and became full-time residents living in a home we built in 2022. This simple, off-grid-life, surrounded by beauty, with tropical beaches so close, is a dream life for us. The Dominican Republic is a treasure. With incredible natural and cultural diversity, we are always discovering something new and different to explore. This lifestyle isn’t for everyone, but we are grateful it’s such a wonderful match for us.”
From October through March, our community number swells to close to thirty as people flee the cold winters of North America and Europe for our warm weather and simple living.
“We’re natural Naturists and we love living a simple life in a tiny wooden home with a thatched roof and a spectacular view of the mountains. Living close to nature is not only possible here at New Cambium, but we also feel that it’s the best place to experience it.” says Cat, who flees the UK every fall for the winter here with her partner Diarmid. “We love our Adam and Eve lifestyle, walking in the sunshine, swimming in the river or the pool, and scrumping for mangoes when they’re in season.”
Not exactly off-grid – more like off the beaten path – solar-powered electricity takes advantage of the abundant sunshine, although spells of rain and clouds can challenge even the best system. Most of us believe it is better to light a candle than curse the darkness, but perhaps we enjoy being unplugged for a little while.
For most of the last fourteen years, the organisation’s sustainability and growth has focused on home and lot sales and vacation rentals.  In the last few months, we’ve expanded our agricultural products, with a current emphasis on cacao.
Jim, president of the board of directors, says “Our ancient cacao trees grow in 10 hectares of towering forest.  This year's harvest yielded about 4,100 kg of cacao beans. Some is being produced for retail sale, under the Bonita Cacao brand, with a New Cambium origin designation. We have spoken with our cacao farmers about expanding the crop, replacing some of our grazing land with not just cacao but other crops. Vanilla is native to the region. It's not just another crop for income, and a lovely flavouring, but has antibiotic properties useful for infections with multi-drug resistant bacteria, according to a study last year in the European Journal of Microbiology and Immunology.  The fermented vanilla can be so aromatic. We have agreed to allow an organic vanilla growing company to grow it on our property, and get organic designation for our land.  It'll be exciting to watch from its inception.”
We believe New Cambium is like no other place. Sit by the pool with a Presidente beer. Walk our trails. Pick bananas for breakfast … but don’t take our word for it, come see for yourself. See you soon!
 
Debra Nelson-Hogan
 
newcambium.com

The BN Shop - showing your support for Naturism All Year Round!

As we head towards Autumn, we can look back fondly on the new experiences we will all have had as Naturists during the warmer summer months (and forget about the cold and wet days!)
Although opportunities for outdoor Naturism may be scaling down for many of us, the BN Shop continues to provide a great way to continue to show your support for Naturism when clothes are required – or around the house
Our popular range of t-shirts and hoodies are still available. You can choose from designs featuring the BN logo, or various subtle (and not so subtle) slogans
Our caps and beanie hats are another great way of showing your support, and feature slogans tailor-made for those of us who enjoy Naturist walking even when the temperatures start to fall
We also have a range of products which you can enjoy around the house, and let your visitors know that you are proud to live at home as a Naturist, including mugs featuring a range of logos, and slogans, and our best-selling doormats which confirm that ‘Naturists may be seen beyond this point’!
Finally, don’t forget our limited-edition range of products designed to celebrate our sixtieth anniversary year. These will be available until the end of 2024, so don’t hesitate to make a purchase before it’s too late
You can find all of our products available to purchase at shop.bn.org.uk and can get in touch with us with your comments, questions, and suggestions at shop@bn.org.uk

Events this weekend - and beyond!

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over just the next couple of weeks and big events taking place later. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...
 
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
 
Bigger events happening later in the year:
 
Aug 30-1 Sep Rusheyhill Weekend Camp
Aug 31-7 Sep  Magnolias Natura Group Holiday
Sept 6-15 Rosslyn Glamping & Camping Week
Sept 11 High Beeches Garden Visit
Sept 12-16 60th Jamboree
Sept 15 Naturist Foundation 5k run
Sept 17 Dorset Museum Visit
Sept 19-22 Neath Abbey Camping Weekend
Sept 29 Eastern Region Conference
Oct 4-7 Sherwood Forest Cabin Share
Oct 19 Naked Quiz & Social Evening
Oct 25-27 INF Swim Gala, France
Nov 15-18 Luxury Spa Break Amsterdam
Nov 19-26 NatRam Walk, Fuerteventura   
Dec 14 Christmas Lunch at the Mill Arms
             2025
Feb 8-16 YBN to Gran Canaria
May 12-15 The Gathering
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
July 7-13 Nudefest – info to follow soon
July 12 Bare all for Polar Bears
 
INF -FNI/EUNAT
Naked Dining
Naked Heart Walks
Sports Events
Swims & Waterparks
Walks & Hikes
 
Pool, Spa & Sauna Weekend
August 16 – 17
Enjoy the facilities from 11am each day with a supper served each evening.
Merseyside
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 16
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Petersfield Open Air Pool
August 16
Join us for this last dip of the season in a pool heated to 27°C plus a café.
Hampshire
 
The Big Quiz
August 16
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 16
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Cruise Poole Harbour
August 16
Enjoy the river and coast with a bar & lounge on the lower deck; supper is included.
Dorset
 
Watford Swim
August 16
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 16
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sherwood Forest PRIDE Edition
August 17
An event for gay/bi naturists to meet & enjoy the exceptional Sherwood Forest.
Nottinghamshire
 
MSNC Swim – Bury St Edmunds
August 17
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
Spectrum Swim
August 17
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 17
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
Splashdown Waterpark
August 17
Join us at the South’s biggest waterpark, must be booked in advance.
Dorset
 
Diogenes Sun Club GBSD
August 17
An all day event with the main skinny dip at 1pm.
Buckinghamshire
 
Sough Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
August 17
Evening swim twice per month.
Nottinghamshire
 
Coombe Meadows Garden Visit
August 18
This lost garden has been rescued, with an accessible path to the hot tub & dipping pond.
Devon
 
Walk Sinnington
August 18
A 6.4 mile circular walk with some low to moderate hills, please book.
Yorkshire
 
Ryedale Swim
August 18
Fortnightly afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie Swim
August 18
Afternoon swim, please confirm attendance.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
August 18
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturist Swim at Haddington
August 18
Family friendly, 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall and refreshments.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
August 18
Meet for a chat & a pint or even a meal, pre order.
South Glamorgan
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
August 18
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Withington Pool GBSD Event
August 18
Over 18’s only, purchase ticket at the BN shop.
Manchester
 
Potteries Swim
August 18
Swim and relax in a pleasant, friendly environment.
Staffordshire
 
Bristol Naked Swim
August 21
Evening swim at the Jubilee Pool.
Bristol
 
Natram Walk Friston Forest
August 22
An 11 mile, or shorter, walk on the South Downs; a mix of riverside & forest.
Sussex
 
Manchester Male Swim
August 22
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
August 23
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 23
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 23
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Watford Swim
August 23
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 23
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Haslemere Sun Club Open Weekend
August 24 – 25
Open weekend with live music.
Hampshire
 
TANDO Festival Weekend
August 24 – 26
Fireworks, lights & music plus much more.
Tyne & Wear
 
East Midlands Taster Weekend
August 24 - 26
Day visit or weekend with a BBQ on the Saturday evening.
Lincolnshire
 
Thetford Forest Walk
August 24
An 8 mile, or shorter, mainly flat ground generally in the forest area.
Norfolk
 
Llama Trek High Weald
August 24
Clothing optional with picnic in the countryside of the High Weald.
Sussex
 
Sleaford Swim
August 24
Pool, gym, squash courts, sauna & steam rooms.
Lincolnshire
 
Jupiter Artland Garden Visit
August 24
Quirky artwork, woodland walk & fantastic earthwork mounts.
West Lothian
 
Spectrum Swim
August 24
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Outdoor Swim at Bovey Tracy
August 24
Swim in this heated pool.
Devon
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 24
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
WNBR Folkstone
August 24
Assemble at 1 at Shearway Rd, ride at 2
Kent
 
Studland Beach Day
August 25
Bring a picnic & enjoy this fantastic beach, meeting your BN reps & other members.
Dorset
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
August 25
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Prested Hall Spa
August 25
Pool, sauna, steam room, loungers, garden area & licenced Bistro.
Essex
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
August 25
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Taster Weekend
August 25
Come for the day & make use of our great facilities or stay for the weekend.
Lincolnshire
 
Shaftesbury Lido Swim
August 27
Enjoy this heated outdoor pool, recently refurbished.
Dorset
 
GBSD Spring Lakes
August 27
Early evening swim, over 18s only.
Nottinghamshire
 
Bristol Naked Swim
August 28
Evening swim at the Jubilee Pool.
Bristol
 
Natram Walk Up Barley
August 29
A 12 mile, or shorter, walk near Petersfield.
West Sussex
 
Manchester Male Swim
August 29
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
Rusheyhill Weekend Camp
August 30-1 September
Another chance to camp at Rusheyhill & attend our GBSD at Portstewart.
County Antrim
 
The Big Quiz
August 30
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 30
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 30
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Watford Swim
August 30
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 30
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Visit to Burrows Gardens
August 31
Enjoy the gardens, tea & coffee & delicious home baked cakes will be available.
Derbyshire
 
Ladies Only Clothing Optional Afternoon
August 31
Join us for afternoon tea.
Gloucestershire
 
NW Naturist Worsley Swim
August 31
Enjoy warm pools for swimming or relaxing, sauna & steam rooms & café for refreshments.
Greater Manchester
 
Spectrum Swim
August 31
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 31
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
Walk Slingsby
September 1
A 7 mile walk with 3 moderate hills & stunning views of the Yorkshire Wolds.
Yorkshire
 
Cardiff Coffee Group
September 1
Clothing optional, drink tea/coffee, chat & enjoy arts & crafts.
Cardiff
 
Durley House Skinny Dip
September 1
GBSD at a private indoor pool with Hydropool, please book in advance.
Hampshire
 
Ryedale Swim
September 1
Fortnightly afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
September 1
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturist Swim at Haddington
September 1
Family friendly, 2 pools, sauna & steam room, sports hall & café.
East Lothian
 
Arundel Lido Skinny Dip
September 1
Final Skinny Dip of the year with a BBQ.
West Sussex
 
Torbay Sun Club @ Lamorna
September 1
Join us for an evening swim in an indoor heated pool.
Devon
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
September 1
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Potteries Swim
September 1
Join our adults only swim and relax in our friendly environment.
Newcastle-under-Lyme
 
GBSD Port Stewart Beach
September 1
Meet at 11 for a skinny dip to raise funds for the RNLI.
County Antrim
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash
 

British Naturism Sunfolk: Plenty to do

The recent great weather has further increased the popularity of our redeveloped site just north of London. It's good to see many people planning their visits well in advance, but we're also getting many people just making that decision when they see the sun rising high in the sky!
In an article which members will read in the forthcoming issue of BN Magazine (out in early September), BN Chairman Colin Taylor writes (amongst other things):
'You can stay over or visit for the day. We have camping for tents, caravans and motorhomes – and there are brand-new glamping pods with real beds, bedding and pillows, and furnishings. In our spa area there is the covered swimming pool, new sauna and a hot tub, or you can chill out on the high deck of the lovely pavilion. To make your visit even easier, there’s a shared kitchen and a BBQ area with gas BBQ.
The Pavilion creates a “Wow” from all our guests as they approach. It is wide and south-facing with a decking surround meaning you get the sun all day long.  If the sun is being a little shy the wide bifold doors can be closed and a lovely light, warm atmosphere inside means you can enjoy the time relaxing in the cosy lounge area, make yourself a drink in the bistro area or prepare a meal in the kitchen. There’s even a new wood-burning stove for the first chills of autumn. Our bistro shop uses contactless technology for our digital honesty box and most guests have not used our instant hot water taps before and need to be shown the technique as we have done away with kettles!
The campfires are burning again thanks to donations of a fire pit and a new pathway and surround with bench seating up in the woodland area. The woodland walk has been cleared and is a lovely gentle strolling area in the shade from the sun on hot days.
We believe we have kept the atmosphere of the old Sunfolk but brought the facilities and looks into the 21st century. Do come and visit, as a day visitor, camper, caravaner, motor-homer and look out for our themed events and weekends. It’s the best way to appreciate the work, time and money invested in the new facilities.'
 
We look forward to seeing you!
 
sunfolk.bn.org.uk
 

Ladies Spa Day at Clover Spa

British Naturism and Clover Spa and Hotel in Birmingham have got together to host a spa day with afternoon tea, Prosecco, and a 20 minute taster treatment on Saturday 12th October.
Book now for relaxing and confidence boosting social event. It could also be the perfect opportunity to introduce a friend.

 

Splashdown waterpark - this Saturday!

As part of our EveryBody festival which kicks off tomorrow, we'll be taking a trip to Poole's superb water park, Splashdown with a huge number of rides, slides and more - and you don't have to be an EveryBody guest to be able to book a ticket!
Find out more over in the BN shop! Note that this event is open to BN Members only plus their accompanied guests and must be booked in advance.

Poole Harbour Cruise - special offer!

If you are still thinking about booking for our Naked Cruise along The Jurassic Coast and around Poole harbour this Friday, here's something that may tempt you.
You now have the option to purchase a ticket for the trip only - excluding the meal.
The weather forecast looks good so get on board and book your place! Why not bring a friend!

Inaugural walk for SWOC

Sixteen walkers met at South Western Outdoor Club (SWOC) in July, on what fortuitously turned out to be a rare fine day, perfect for nude waking, dry with a warm breeze and sunny intervals. 

Thanks to a collaboration between a number of BN volunteers, BN and NatRam members and the Club, we appreciated SWOC’s facilities and hospitality before and after our nine-mile hike through gorgeous west Dorset countryside. It was predictably hilly and not the easiest going in places, but the views were rewarding and the company pleasant. A mix of those experienced and new to Naturist walking enjoyed the day. 

Keen-eyed viewers of the group photograph might just be able to spot the seventeenth naturist, the famous Cerne giant, an enigmatic 180’ tall figure of disputed origin cut into the chalk hillside above Cerne Abbas village. 

In view of the success of the venture, we hope to repeat a similar walk in future years. A big thank you to all those involved in the organisation and leadership of the day, and to SWOC for their warm welcome and hospitality.
 
Howard

Events this weekend - and beyond!

We like to bring you news stories of forthcoming events - it spreads the word, encourages more people to book and shows just how vibrant the Naturist scene is in the UK. However - I'm happy to say - there are far too many to promote them all individually and so here is a complete list of all the events happening over just the next couple of weeks and big events taking place later. Enjoy! And don't forget that we are always looking for reports on great gatherings for the magazine and elsewhere...
Please note: only those events organised through BN are covered by BN’s insurance.  Participants in other events should make their own enquiries regarding appropriate insurance cover for that event.
Bigger events happening later in the year:
 
Aug 30-1 Sep Rusheyhill Weekend Camp
Aug 31-7 Sep  Magnolias Natura Group Holiday
Sept 6-15 Rosslyn Glamping & Camping Week
Sept 11 High Beeches Garden Visit
Sept 12-16 60th Jamboree
Sept 15 Naturist Foundation 5k run
Sept 17 Dorset Museum Visit
Sept 19-22 Neath Abbey Camping Weekend
Sept 29 Eastern Region Conference
Oct 4-7 Sherwood Forest Cabin Share
Oct 25-27 INF Swim Gala, France
Nov 15-18 Luxury Spa Break Amsterdam
Nov 19-26 NatRam Walk, Fuerteventura   
Dec 14 Christmas Lunch at the Mill Arms
            
2025
Feb 8-16 YBN to Gran Canaria
May 12-15 The Gathering
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
July 7-13 Nudefest – info to follow soon
July 12 Bare all for Polar Bears
 
INF -FNI/EUNAT
Naked Dining
Naked Heart Walks
Sports Events
Swims & Waterparks
Walks & Hikes
 
International Petanque Tournament
August 9 to 11
The INF tournament in Braunschweig.
Germany
 
Ribble Valley Club Open Weekend
August 9 to 11
A free event at this well appointed club but normal overnight fees will apply.
Lancashire
 
Loch Lomond Sports Weekend
August 9 to 11
Located on an island, enjoy sports & a skinny dip in the Loch. MUST pre-book.
Glasgow
 
Gt. Missenden Walk
August 9
A circular 8 mile walk with some slight to moderate hills.
Buckinghamshire
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 9
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 9
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Watford Swim
August 9
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 9
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
IDENTITY N@T
August 10 - 11
Diversity & inclusivity Celebration.
Merseyside
 
Doncaster Pride
August 10
Join in the parade, gather at 10, or help out on the BN stand in the field.
Yorkshire
 
Wild Water GBSD Event
August 10
Wild water swimming in the River Ribble.
Lancashire
 
Wigton Swim
August 10
Always the second Saturday of the month, booking advised as very popular.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford Swim
August 10
A small pool, gym, squash court, sauna & steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
Spectrum Swim
August 10
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Maize Maze
August 10
A clothing optional event with a difference. NOT A BN ORGANISED EVENT.
Lincolnshire
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 10
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
Peterborough Lido
August 10
CANCELLED
Cambridgeshire
 
Wigton GBSD
August 10
A monthly skinny dip on every 2nd Saturday of the month, 1 to 2.30/
Cumbria
 
Bircotes GBSD
August 10
Swim, chat in the shallow end or play table tennis or badminton or use the sauna. MUST BOOK.
Yorkshire
 
Corton Beach Day
August 11
A sandy beach, café in the car park with toilets for customers.
Suffolk
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
August 11
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Prested Hall Spa
August 11
Twice monthly swim with sauna, steam room, loungers and garden area.
Essex
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
August 11
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Natram Walk Ackling Dyke
August 13
An 11 mile, or shorter, walk on the high chalk downs near Salisbury.
Wiltshire
 
Hot Rock Sauna
August 13
An evening of traditional Scandinavian Sauna on the shore of Lough Neagh.
Northern Ireland
 
Shaftesbury Lido
August 13
Fortnightly swim, please book at the Lido website.
Dorset
 
Visit Houghton Lodge Gardens
August 14
An evening visit, mixture of formal planting and more natural settings.
Hampshire
 
Visit Dorothy Clive Gardens
August 14
BHF, clothes optional, bring a picnic or use the café.  Booking required.
Shropshire
 
Bristol Naked Swim
August 14
Evening swim at the Jubilee Pool.
Bristol
 
EveryBody Festival
August 15 – 19
A celebration of everything naked in a magical woodland.
Dorset
 
Stark Trekkers Mereworth
August 15
A 6 mile walk through ancient woodlands.
Kent
 
Manchester Male Swim
August 15
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
Pool, Spa & Sauna Weekend
August 16 – 17
Enjoy the facilities from 11am each day with a supper served each evening.
Merseyside
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 16
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Petersfield Open Air Pool
August 16
Join us for this last dip of the season in a pool heated to 27°C plus a café.
Hampshire
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 16
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Cruise Poole Harbour
August 16
Enjoy the river and coast with a bar & lounge on the lower deck; supper is included.
Dorset
 
Watford Swim
August 16
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 16
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sherwood Forest PRIDE Edition
August 17
An event for gay/bi naturists to meet & enjoy the exceptional Sherwood Forest.
Nottinghamshire
 
MSNC Swim – Bury St Edmunds
August 17
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
Spectrum Swim
August 17
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 17
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
Splashdown Waterpark
August 17
Join us at the South’s biggest waterpark, must be booked in advance.
Dorset
 
Diogenes Sun Club GBSD
August 17
An all day event with the main skinny dip at 1pm.
Buckinghamshire
 
Sough Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
August 17
Evening swim twice per month.
Nottinghamshire
 
Coombe Meadows Garden Visit
August 18
This lost garden has been rescued, with an accessible path to the hot tub & dipping pond.
Devon
 
Walk Sinnington
August 18
A 6.4 mile circular walk with some low to moderate hills, please book.
Yorkshire
 
Ryedale Swim
August 18
Fortnightly afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie Swim
August 18
Afternoon swim, please confirm attendance.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
August 18
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Forth Naturist Swim at Haddington
August 18
Family friendly, 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall and refreshments.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
August 18
Meet for a chat & a pint or even a meal, pre order.
South Glamorgan
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
August 18
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
Withington Pool GBSD Event
August 18
Over 18’s only, purchase ticket at the BN shop.
Manchester
 
Potteries Swim
August 18
Swim and relax in a pleasant, friendly environment.
Staffordshire
 
Bristol Naked Swim
August 21
Evening swim at the Jubilee Pool.
Bristol
 
Natram Walk Friston Forest
August 22
An 11 mile, or shorter, walk on the South Downs; a mix of riverside & forest.
Sussex
 
Manchester Male Swim
August 22
Weekly swim for all men regardless of sexuality or difference, over 18 only if you can swim.
Manchester
 
WSC Chepstow Swim
August 23
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel Swim
August 23
Join us for our Friday swim by this swimming & social club, with events throughout the year.
Norfolk
 
Watford Swim
August 23
Join us at our Friday night swim, open to all naturists, new or seasoned!
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
August 23
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Haslemere Sun Club Open Weekend
August 24 – 25
Open weekend with live music.
Hampshire
 
TANDO Festival Weekend
August 24 – 26
Fireworks, lights & music plus much more.
Tyne & Wear
 
East Midlands Taster Weekend
August 24 - 26
Day visit or weekend with a BBQ on the Saturday evening.
Lincolnshire
 
Thetford Forest Walk
August 24
An 8 mile, or shorter, mainly flat ground generally in the forest area.
Norfolk
 
Llama Trek High Weald
August 24
Clothing optional with picnic in the countryside of the High Weald.
Sussex
 
Sleaford Swim
August 24
Pool, gym, squash courts, sauna & steam rooms.
Lincolnshire
 
Jupiter Artland Garden Visit
August 24
Quirky artwork, woodland walk & fantastic earthwork mounts.
West Lothian
 
Spectrum Swim
August 24
Weekly evening swim with pool, sauna, refreshments plus other activities.
West Midlands
 
Outdoor Swim at Bovey Tracy
August 24
Swim in this heated pool.
Devon
 
Wirral Nats. Chester Swim
August 24
A family friendly swim with ample facilities and free parking.
Cheshire West & Chester
 
WNBR Folkstone
August 24
Assemble at 1 at Shearway Rd, ride at 2
Kent
 
Studland Beach Day
August 25
Bring a picnic & enjoy this fantastic beach, meeting your BN reps & other members.
Dorset
 
Noah’s Ark Swim
August 25
Early evening swim and club offers a range of weekly activities.
Surrey
 
Prested Hall Spa
August 25
Pool, sauna, steam room, loungers, garden area & licenced Bistro.
Essex
 
Sunday Swim Glasgow
August 25
Enjoy a 21m pool, Turkish suite, steam room, saunas & relaxation area.
Glasgow
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Go Team GB!

Aside from all the excitement in Paris, there is another big sports tournament happening in Europe this weekend.
We send good wishes and best of luck to our two teams attending the 2024 International Naturist Federation Pétanque Tournament in Braunschweig Germany.
Carole & Karl, and Marion & Phill are flying the flag for the UK and British Naturism - is it coming home?
 

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