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Events this weekend - and beyond!

As you will have read in our news story this week, we’ve made some brilliant changes to the British Naturism website calendar and it is now easier than ever to find events that are coming up!
We’re going to keep publishing this weekly overview and pick out highlights, bring you news of new events and remind you about events you might like to go to. If you are an event host and your event needs a boost, then please let us know and we will try to include it.
 
Want to know what’s happening near you? Now you can! Add your postcode, set the distance and reveal all the events within that radius.
 
You can also home in on the kind of event you want to find out about! You’ll find calendars dedicated to:
Major British Naturism events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/major/ Special Events - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/special/ The Great British Skinny Dip - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/gbsd/ Naked Heart Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/nhw/ Swims - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/swim/ Sports - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/sport/ Fitness - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/fitness/ Walks - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/walk/ Holidays - https://www.bn.org.uk/bnevents/holiday/  
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.
 
Happening this weekend
The monthly Great British Skinny Dip at Withington - Sunday 16 March
 
Have you booked?
Don’t forget BN’s great ‘back to nature’ weekend in the Lake District! - Friday 13 June - Sunday 15 June
 

Naked Fitness - GroovX

GroovX is another excellent feature in our weekly online naked fitness sessions giving you three different types of movement-to-music classes.
Class leader Jooles offers:
GroovX 'Flow' - a 40-minute class with ballet-style movement - all standing - Monday 9.30am
GroovX 'Sculpt' - medium to high intensity, building strength with weights - Wednesday 11am
GroovX 'Gold' - low to medium intensity, come and have a bit of a disco boogie! - Friday 11am
Find the details of these classes and all the BN Naked Fitness sessions on the new BN calendar. Remember that the best thing about Naked Fitness is that you can take part wherever you happen to be and not have to get dressed!
 

Naked Retro Gaming!

Here's something different! A day of Naked Retro Gaming fun on Saturday 26 April at British Naturism Sunfolk!
With games consoles and retro computers from the 1970's up to the 2000's set up and ready to play, there is bound to be plenty of nostalgia!
Find all the details including how to book here

Announcing the new British Naturism website calendar!

The only resource you need to find Naturist events!
The number of Naturist events has grown exponentially over the years and event listings were found on many different websites. This made it tricky for potential attendees to know where to find what they were looking for – and those that were just browsing could easily miss events they would have liked to have known about!
We’ve now brought them all together in one place so that you can find and browse all UK events, big and small. There’s even some that take place overseas and plenty that are not hosted by British Naturism. You can even add your own!
All calendars can be viewed by month, by week and by day, as well as a list - see the options at the top right of the page. You can also download an event to your own calendar.
Check out the drop down menu at the top of this page from where you can access the full calendar and events in your BN region.
There are also two new and exciting features:
Filter by type
Home in on the kind of event you want to find out about! You’ll find calendars dedicated to:
Major Events hosted by British Naturism - including our fabulous festivals and hotel breaks Special Events - such as garden visits, boat trips and naked dining The Great British Skinny Dip - all the events under the banner of our outreach campaign aimed at getting more people to experience Naturism through nude swimming Naked Heart Walks - our series of easy walks in stunning locations in partnership with British Heart Foundation Swims - a huge number of regular Naturist swim sessions around the country Sports - a variety of sporting events and activities including competitions Fitness - a big programme to assist your physical and mental health, in-person and online Walks - naked walks of varying lengths around the country Holidays - Naturist holidays with a like-minded group of people Events Near Me
Want to know what’s happening near you? Now you can! Add your postcode, set the distance and reveal all the events within that radius.

BN243 - Spring

The Spring 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 the “infectious” Bournemouth Weekender A history of Naturism’s long friendship with Burrows Gardens Naturist federations challenge Meta’s discriminatory moderation practices Welcome to the new BN calendar! BN’s five-year strategic vision Celebrating all things LGBTQ+ in the buff! News from the clubs, including milestones for Western Sunfolk and Sunnybroom Sports Round-up: All the latest on BN’s sports activities Challenge 60: the results are in! In travel, we visit Bali, Greece, Spain … and a nudie campervan holiday  
BN243 will soon be landing on the doormats of members of British Naturism who can also download a digital version as well as downloading all issues of our celebrated magazine back to 2004! There's also a topic open for you to share your views with other members (log in required).
Not a member and would like a copy? It’s easy to join us now!
 

The Great British Skinny Dip at Wigton - a new road!

We are now enjoying the 7th year of the monthly Great British Skinny Dip hosted by the Wigton Pool, Cumbria, since the inaugural event on the 10th November 2018. If you are planning to attend the 88th event there tomorrow, Saturday 8th March, please note that the new road is now open! 
Please be aware that the new route is now the only route. You'll find a map with easy to follow arrows and other details about the event here - see you there!
 

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 to look forward to:
            
March 19-26 NatRam Hiking in Fuerteventura
March 22 Murder Mystery Evening Dunbridge
April 7-14 Ladies Only Retreat Fuerteventura
April 12 Swim Gala & Festival of Sport
April 19-20 TANDO Easter Weekend
April 26-3 May Magnolias Natura Gran Canaria
May 1-8 Ladies Only Retreat Fuerteventura
May 9-16 LGBTQ Supported Holiday to Fuerteventura
May 9-11 Naked Fitness Weekend
May 12-15 The Gathering
May 15-18 Neath Abbey Camping
May 18 Naked 5k Run
May 23-26 Bare Bootleg
May 24-28 NKD
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
June 6-9 Highland Walking Weekend
June 7 National Synchronised Skinny Dip Day
June 13-15 Windermere Woodland Weekend
June 14-15 BN National Petanque Competition
June 20-22 Sunfolk Pride
June 21 World Naked Hiking Day
June 21 Solstice Art Show Spielplatz
June 23-29 Naturist Games without Borders
July 7-13 Nudefest
July 19-20 TANDO Naked in Northumberland
July 19 Boat Trip Around The Farne Islands
July 20 Alnwick Garden Visit
July 31-4 Aug Everybody Festival
Aug 21-25 Baskerville Hall
Aug 30 Findhorn GBSD
Sept 12-14 Naked Fitness Holistic Weekend
Oct 31-2 Nov INF Swimming Gala Barcelona
Nov 11-18 NatRam Weekend Fuerteventura
 
SEE ALL THE WALKS & SWIMS FOR 2025
Naked Heart Walks
GBSD Events
 
REGIONAL EVENTS – For all activities in your area
SANER
Northern Ireland
North West
Yorkshire & E. Midlands
Eastern
LASER
South West
 
ONLINE EVENTS
Monday GrooveX Flow
Ballet Barre
Tuesday PIilates
Group Fitness
Yoga-Hatha/Vnyasa
Book Club
Wednesday GrooveX Sculpt
Coffee Morning
Low Intensity Group Fitness
Yin Yoga
Thursday Mindfulness Meditation
Group Fitness
Friday GrooveX Gold
Yoga-Hatha/Vinyasa
Sunday Earth Meditation
Pilates
 
Naturist Open House
March 7
Enjoy a warm welcome, sit by the wood burner for a chat, cuppa & snack to raise money for the Shaftsbury Lido.
Dorset
 
Club Naturel GBSD
March 7
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
March 7
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
March 7
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Ladies Only Swim
March 7
Evening swim at a private-hire pool with hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
March 7
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 7
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Wigton GBSD
March 8
Monthly swim, please book as places are limited.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford GBSD
March 8
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna & steam rooms.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Swim & Gym
March 8
Early evening swim & gym, tea & coffee available.
Tyne & Wear
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
March 8
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Southampton GBSD
March 8
Buy ticket online or par at the door.
Hampshire
 
Bircotes GBSD
March 8
Evening swim or just chat in the shallow end or play table tennis, badminton or use the sauna.
Yorkshire
 
Naked Quiz & Social Evening
March 8
Cover charge includes a drink plus a bar & food available.
Dorset
 
Northampton GBSD
March 9
Two pools, sauna & steam rooms, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms or chat in the meeting area.
Northamptonshire
 
The Sunday Swim
March 9
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
March 9
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Bristol GBSD
March 11
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
March 13
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Yoga with ESN
March 14
A short series of yoga practice, beginners welcome & a level access & short walk from the car park.
East Sussex
 
The Big Quiz
March 14
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
March 14
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel GBSD
March 14
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
March 14
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 14
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
MNSC GBSD
March 15
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
March 15
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
South Forest GBSD
March 15
Swim in a pool complex with 2 pools, flume, jacuzzi & sauna.
Nottinghamshire
 
TANDO St. Patrick’s Party
March 15
Visitors must pre-book, camping possible & caravan hire.
Tyne & Wear
 
Ryedale GBSD
March 16
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie GBSD
March 16
Afternoon swim.
South Glamorgan
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
March 16
Two pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
March 16
A clothed event, meet & chat, food available, please confirm attendance by 14th.
South Glamorgan
 
Withington GBSD
March 16
Enjoy this Edwardian pool with sauna. Full wheelchair access & pool hoist.
Manchester
 
The Sunday Swim
March 16
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
The Potteries Swim
March 16
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
Dover GBSD
March 16
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
NI Chat
March 18
An hour of Zoom chat about anything.
Zoom
 
Bristol GBSD
March 18
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Broughshane Sauna Evening
March 19
Social & sauna evening, clothing optional.
Norther Ireland
 
Dance Class
March 19
Learn strolls & partner dancing, clothes optional.  RSVP to book.
Norther Ireland
 
Manchester Male GBSD
March 19
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel GBSD
March 21
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
March 21
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
March 21
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
March 21
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 21
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Far West Sun Club
March 22
Swim in a floodlit pool, sauna, jacuzzi & Turkish Bath. Table and loungers plus bar & light refreshments.
Cornwall
 
Wilstone Naturist, Walk
March 22
A 4-5 mile circular walk including sections of the canal and reservoir. Shorter walk available.
Hertfordshire
 
Sleaford GBSD
March 22
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna & steam rooms.
Lincolnshire
 
Naked Yoga Belfast
March 22
RSVP to book, which is essential.
Northern Ireland
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
March 22
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Murder Mystery Evening @ The Mill Arms
March 22
Self contained area so be naked all evening, includes a buffet.
Hampshire
 
The Sunday Swim
March 23
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
March 23
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Have you booked for The Gathering?

BN's SANER region welcome you to The Gathering 2025, 12 - 15 May. There will be full lineup of entertainment over the three nights including the return of the world-famous Burns in the Buff Supper and our ever-popular Reely Jiggered Band. We have an exclusive Naturist visit to the medieval village made famous in the popular Outlander TV series, plus a diamond-glitzed masquerade ball.

The good news is that a few rooms are still available - book your place now!

Murder-Mystery night - have you booked?

Here's something different and a twist on the naked dining concept - a murder-mystery evening at one of our favourite places for nude gatherings, the Mill Arms in Dunbridge, Hampshire on Saturday March 22nd.
We'll have the place to ourselves and a buffet will be served, as you solve the crime. Accommodation is also available.
Find out more and reserve your place!

Naked Fitness - meditation

Here's the next in our series of profile-raisers for our fabulous online naked fitness classes - meditation.
Katherine runs two classes a week - Mindfulness Meditation on Thursdays at 10am, and Earth Meditation on Sundays at 9.30am.
Whether you’re new to meditation or have years of experience, these gatherings offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere where everyone can practice mindfulness, share insights, and support each other on the journey to inner peace, with guided and silent meditations for mindfulness and for connection with the earth and nature, followed by optional discussions.
No pressure, no judgment—just a safe space to breathe, unwind, and grow together. Come as you are, and leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected.
So, if you are looking for a peaceful online space to relax, recharge, and connect with like-minded people? Join our friendly Naturist meditation group! We’d love to have you with us!

Southampton Swim - this Saturday

The British Naturism-run Southampton Swim takes place this Saturday, 8 March at the Oaklands Community Pool. A great opportunity for anyone in the area to get in some fitness and enjoy a sociable time with other costume-free swimmers.
Got a friend who might like it? Take them along, they'll be made very welcome!
Find all the details here
 
Photo by Gentrit Sylejmani on Unsplash

Tank Space Rocked!

Last Saturday, we returned to Tank Space, the water-based photography studio that creates the opportunity to shoot photographs underwater in the glass-fronted water tank or create scenes in the rain room that include the use of falling water and reflections in the standing pool.  Many members joined us as we created sets that included rock bands, Greek gods, singing in the rain and many mermen and mermaids.  The studio manager, Halo, who hosted us last year had such a good time that this year she also took a turn in front of the camera, again reflecting what welcome guests Naturists always are.  Some example photographs will appear in the gallery in the next week or so (log in required), so keep an eye open for the pictures we created.

We plan to return in 2026, so if you are looking for a truly unusual experience and some memorable photographs, do join us!
 

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 to look forward to:
March 19-26 NatRam Hiking in Fuerteventura
April 7-14 Ladies Only Retreat Fuerteventura
April 12 Swim Gala & Festival of Sport
April 19-20 TANDO Easter Weekend
April 26-3 May Magnolia Natura Gran Canaria
May 1-8 Ladies Only Retreat Fuerteventura
May 9-16 LGBTQ Supported Holiday to Fuerteventura
May 9-11 Naked Fitness Weekend
May 12-15 The Gathering
May 18 Naked 5k Run
May 23-26 Bare Bootleg
May 24-28 NKD
June 6-9 Highland Walking Weekend
June 7 National Synchronised Skinny Dip Day
June 13-15 Windermere Woodland Weekend
June 14-15 BN National Petanque Competition
June 20-22 Sunfolk Pride
June 21 World Naked Hiking Day
June 23-29 Naturist Games without Borders
July 7-13 Nudefest
July 19-20 TANDO Naked in Northumberland
July 19 Boat Trip Around The Farne Islands
July 20 Alnwick Garden Visit
July 31-4 Aug Everybody Festival
Aug 21-25 Baskerville Hall
Sept 12-14 Naked Fitness Holistic Weekend
Nov 11-18 NatRam Weekend Fuerteventura
 
SEE ALL THE WALKS & SWIMS FOR 2025
Naked Heart Walks
GBSD Events
 
REGIONAL EVENTS – For all activities in your area
SANER
Northern Ireland
North West
Yorkshire & E. Midlands
Eastern
LASER
South West
 
The Big Quiz
February 28
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
February 28
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel GBSD
February 28
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
February 28
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 28
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sunnybroom GBSD
March 1
A swim on the 1st Saturday of the month.
Aberdeenshire
 
South Forest GBSD
March 1
Evening swim in pool with 2 pools, flume, sauna & jacuzzi.
Nottinghamshire
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
March 1
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Nothing on, on a Saturday Night
March 1
Enjoy a couple of hours in a warm, friendly & safe environment plus a pub afterwards.
Lancashire
 
The Potteries Swim
March 2
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
ESN Seaford GBSD
March 2
Accessible route to the poolside & a pool lift available
East Sussex
 
Ryedale GBSD
March 2
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
March 2
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
March 2
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
The Sunday Swim
March 2
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
March 2
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Plymouth GBSD
March 3
Lane swimming or be less energetic or just socialise with friends.
Devon
 
NI Chat
March 4
Meet other NI naturists for an hour’s chat and catch up.
Northern Ireland
 
Bristol GBSD
March 4
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
March 6
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel GBSD
March 7
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
March 7
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
March 7
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Ladies Only Swim
March 7
Evening swim at a private-hire pool with hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
March 7
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 7
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Wigton GBSD
March 8
Monthly swim, please book as places are limited.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford GBSD
March 8
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna & steam rooms.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Swim & Gym
March 8
Early evening swim & gym, tea & coffee available.
Tyne & Wear
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
March 8
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Southampton GBSD
March 8
Buy ticket online or par at the door.
Hampshire
 
Bircotes GBSD
March 8
Evening swim or just chat in the shallow end or play table tennis, badminton or use the sauna.
Yorkshire
 
Naked Quiz & Social Evening
March 8
Cover charge includes a drink plus a bar & food available.
Dorset
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
March 9
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Northampton GBSD
March 9
Two pools, sauna & steam rooms, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms or chat in the meeting area.
Northamptonshire
 
The Sunday Swim
March 9
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
March 9
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Bristol GBSD
March 11
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
March 13
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Yoga with ESN
March 14
A short series of yoga practice, beginners welcome & a level access & short walk from the car park.
East Sussex
 
The Big Quiz
March 14
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
March 14
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel GBSD
March 14
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
March 14
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 14
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
MNSC GBSD
March 15
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
March 15
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
South Forest GBSD
March 15
Swim in a pool complex with 2 pools, flume, jacuzzi & sauna.
Nottinghamshire
 
TANDO St. Patrick’s Party
March 15
Visitors must pre-book, camping possible & caravan hire.
Tyne & Wear
 
The Potteries Swim
March 16
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
Ryedale GBSD
March 16
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie GBSD
March 16
Afternoon swim.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
March 16
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
March 16
Two pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
March 16
A clothed event, meet & chat, food available, please confirm attendance by 14th.
South Glamorgan
 
Withington GBSD
March 16
Enjoy this Edwardian pool with sauna. Full wheelchair access & pool hoist.
Manchester
 
The Sunday Swim
March 16
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
March 16
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Jump right in at Desford's women-only Naturist swim!

Press release from Desford Swim
A LEICESTERSHIRE Naturist swimming club is giving local women a safe space to take the plunge and enjoy the freedom of naked swimming.
Desford Swim, a long-running Naturist group based in the village of the same name, is running the free, women-only session as a way to encourage more women to give it go.
Recent research has linked social Naturism to improved body acceptance, body positivity and confidence, by experiencing the huge variety of perfectly normal body types, rather than the unachievable perfection often promoted through media images.
The event, which is free for any women to attend, also ties in with International Women’s Day which takes place the same weekend, and its focus on empowering women, gender equality and women’s rights.
The swim takes place on Sunday, March 9, from 2.30pm to 3.15pm, and is run by women from Desford Swim, with a female lifeguard on duty. Participants are also welcome to stay on for the regular mixed-gender Naturist swimming session which follows immediately afterwards, from 3.30pm to 5pm.
Swimmers have access to a warm, clear, 25-metre swimming pool, as well as a badminton court, table tennis, spacious changing facilities and showers.
Desford Swim club member Carol said:
“Swimming without clothes is a wonderfully free feeling, especially after a long winter of being wrapped up indoors in warm clothing.
But there’s also an important message about giving women a safe space to feel comfortable in their own skin, away from judgement or the unrealistic expectations of the kind of female body ideas we are so often exposed to.
Research in 2020 by Dr Keon West, of Goldsmith’s College, London, found that even among non-naturists, participation in a nudity-based activity showed improvements in their body image, self-esteem and overall life satisfaction.
We’re hoping to attract as many women as possible, from local swimming, sports and other organisations, as well as women who just want to try something new.
For some it might just be a bit of fun and something to tick off a bucket list; for others it could be the start of a better relationship with their bodies. Either way, everyone is very welcome.
Just bring your photo ID, a towel and a positive attitude.”
Women wanting to take part need to book a place in advance on Desford Swim’s website, at www.desfordswim.co.uk

Return to Flirt

Our first naked quiz night at the Flirt café in Bournemouth was a great success - and so naturally we've arranged another!
It takes place Saturday week, on the 8th March and tickets are still available. Book now!

Tank Space - this weekend!

We're really looking forward to our underwater photo shoot this Saturday at Tank Space - and wishing all the submerged photo subjects a great time! BN members can see the pictures from last year's event here (log in required).
It's not too late to book - find all the details here
 

Naked Fitness - Pilates

Here's another in our series of profile-raisers for our fabulous online naked fitness classes - pilates.
Not one, but two classes a week, led by Jooles (pictured) on Sunday at 7.30pm and Tuesday at 9.30am.
Jooles says, 'Pilates is aimed at strengthening your core and there are many different moves and stretches to help make this happen - it doesn't matter if you are a complete beginner or experienced, I'll help you to get something out of it. It all takes place on the floor and so you will need a mat. It's low intensity - no jumping or running around - and you'll be putting effort in, but it will be worth it!
Find all BN's Naked Fitness classes here

British Naturism Shines at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show!

British Naturism had another fantastic week at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show at the NEC in Birmingham.  As one of the UK’s largest exhibitions, the event attracts around 100,000 visitors, and with our prime stand location, many, if not all, of them saw Naturism presented as a camping option.
This year, our stand underwent a complete transformation, featuring our striking neon EveryBody sign against a leafy backdrop and live screens showcasing dynamic content rather than static images.
Simply being seen by so many people is an achievement in itself, but our engagement went far beyond that.  Over the course of the week, we had around 2,100 meaningful conversations, distributed 1,000 full Guides to Naturism, and handed out 1,500 flyers for the 2025 Naturist Festivals.  Many visitors were surprised to see Naturism represented but were intrigued, while others were already members stopping by to say hello.  The most rewarding conversations were with those who had spoken to us last year, tried Naturism as a result, and returned to share their experiences, proof that our presence not only raises awareness but also inspires people to give Naturism a go.
Engaging directly with the public is one of the most effective ways to promote Naturism, and that’s exactly why we attend. We’ll be back next year!

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 to look forward to:
March 01 Tank Space
March 19-26 NatRam Hiking in Fuerteventura
April 7-14 Ladies Only Retreat Fuerteventura
April 12 Swim Gala & Festival of Sport
April 19-20 TANDO Easter Weekend
April 26-3 May Magnolia Natura Gran Canaria
May 1-8 Ladies Only Retreat Fuerteventura
May 9-16 LGBTQ Supported Holiday to Fuerteventura
May 9-11 Naked Fitness Weekend
May 12-15 The Gathering
May 15-18 Neath Abbey Camping
May 18 Naked 5k Run
May 23-26 Bare Bootleg
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
June 6-9 Highland Walking Weekend
June 7 Great British Synchronised Skinny Dip Day
June 13-15 Windermere Woodland Weekend
June 14-15 BN National Petanque Competition
June 20-22 Sunfolk Pride
June 21 World Naked Hiking Day
June 23-29 Naturist Games without Borders
July 7-13 Nudefest
July 19-20 TANDO Naked in Northumberland
July 19 Boat Trip Around The Farne Islands
July 20 Alnwick Garden Visit
July 31-4 Aug Everybody Festival
Aug 21-25 Baskerville Hall
Sept 12-14 Naked Fitness Holistic Weekend
Oct 31-2 Nov  INF Swimming Gala Barcelona
Nov 11-18 NatRam Weekend Fuerteventura
 
SEE ALL THE WALKS & SWIMS FOR 2025
Naked Heart Walks
GBSD Events
 
REGIONAL EVENTS – For all activities in your area
SANER
Northern Ireland
North West
Yorkshire & E. Midlands
Eastern
LASER
South West
 
Club Naturel GBSD
February 21
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
February 21
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
February 21
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
February 21
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 21
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Far West Sun Club
February 22
Swim at hotel in Redruth, pool, sauna, jacuzzi & Turkish bath.
Cornwall
 
StarkTrek Harrietsham
February 22
A 5½ mile walk.
Kent
 
Sleaford GBSD
February 22
Afternoon swim in a small pool plus squash court, sauna & steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
North West Naturists Worsley GBSD
February 22
Early evening, pools for swimming or socialising, sauna & steam rooms, lounge & refreshments.
Greater Manchester
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 22
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Harrogate Turkish Bath Naturist Evening - sold out!
February 22
Use of extensive facilities, must pre-book.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 23
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Monaghan Swim
February 23
Please pre-book as restricted to BN/INA members only.
Northern Ireland
 
The Sunday Swim
February 23
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
February 23
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Bristol GBSD
February 25
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
February 27
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
February 28
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
February 28
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel GBSD
February 28
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
February 28
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 28
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sunnybroom GBSD
March 1
A swim on the 1st Saturday of the month.
Aberdeenshire
 
South Forest GBSD
March 1
Evening swim in pool with 2 pools, flume, sauna & jacuzzi.
Nottinghamshire
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
March 1
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Nothing on, on a Saturday Night
March 1
Enjoy a couple of hours in a warm, friendly & safe environment plus a pub afterwards.
Lancashire
 
The Potteries Swim
March 2
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
ESN Seaford GBSD
March 2
Accessible route to the poolside & a pool lift available
East Sussex
 
Ryedale GBSD
March 2
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
March 2
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
March 2
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
The Sunday Swim
March 2
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
March 2
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Plymouth GBSD
March 3
Lane swimming or be less energetic or just socialise with friends.
Devon
 
NI Chat
March 4
Meet other NI naturists for an hour’s chat and catch up.
Northern Ireland
 
Bristol GBSD
March 4
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
March 6
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel GBSD
March 7
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
March 7
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
March 7
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Ladies Only Swim
March 7
Evening swim at a private-hire pool with hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
March 7
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
March 7
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Wigton GBSD
March 8
Monthly swim, please book as places are limited.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford GBSD
March 8
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna & steam rooms.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Swim & Gym
March 8
Early evening swim & gym, tea & coffee available.
Tyne & Wear
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
March 8
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Southampton GBSD
March 8
Buy ticket online or par at the door.
Hampshire
 
Bircotes GBSD
March 8
Evening swim or just chat in the shallow end or play table tennis, badminton or use the sauna.
Yorkshire
 
Naked Quiz & Social Evening
March 8
Cover charge includes a drink plus a bar & food available.
Dorset
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
March 9
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Northampton GBSD
March 9
Two pools, sauna & steam rooms, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms or chat in the meeting area.
Northamptonshire
 
The Sunday Swim
March 9
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
March 9
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash

Can you help Shaftesbury Lido?

There is good news from Shaftesbury Lido, where nude swims are hosted by the town council for the 2025 summer season, says BN member Nigel.
The plan is to have weekly swims every Tuesday evening once the season begins.  In 2023 the Lido had a Naked Swim once a month; in 2024 it increased to two sessions a month and in 2025, following many requests from our naturist swimmers, it will be a weekly session.
The season opening, however, depends on vital improvements to the pool being completed in the coming months.  Whilst Shaftesbury Council have agreed to the new filtration system and new pool liner being installed to keep the Lido running, they would like some outside funding to help with the huge costs.
The Friends of Shaftesbury Swimming, of which I am a committee member, have organised a Crowdfunding appeal to try and raise £15,000 to match a promised £15,000 from Sport England.  We have less than a month to raise that total but got off to a great start yesterday with a fund-raising cold-water swimming event at the Lido.
Details of our Crowdfunding page are here https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/shaftesbury-lido-renovations  If any of the Lido's regular naturist swimmers feel they could support the appeal, we would be extremely grateful for their help, either with a contribution or sharing the link to others who might be able to give support.

Naked in Northumberland weekend

Get ready for a full weekend of activity this summer in the north east on 19-20 July!
BN's SANER region are hosting not one, but two events: a boat trip around the Farne islands and a visit to the famous gardens in the grounds of Alnwick Castle. There will also be many activities at TANDO Naturist Club over the weekend.
Find all the details and book your places here!

Nottingham Sun Club - illustrious past and bright future!

This article is taken from the Spring issue of BN Magazine, delivered to members' doorsteps and available to download online in early March. If you are not a member and would like to receive a copy it's easy to join now!
Nottingham Sun Club, located in the historic Sherwood Forest, is accessed down private roads in the stunning grounds of Newstead Abbey Park. Many visitors have commented that NSC is one of the loveliest of all naturist clubs:  Some have even said our grounds and position are unique. Newstead Abbey is the former home of Lord Byron, who was once described as “Mad, bad and dangerous to know”. Things have changed since the 1800s.
Historically, we can trace our roots back to1939 when Percy Wilford rented five acres of bracken covered land, including a chalet aptly named ‘Wood Nook’. Adjoining this land another five acres were rented by the newly formed Society. The birth of the Society on their rented ground was 19 April 1939, with the current entity being formed in 1946. Percy seems to have been something of an evangelist for Naturism. We believe he started four clubs in and around the Midlands area. After a while he found it too much to cycle the 25 miles from his home in Newark to Ravenshead, and so started another club nearer home. That is what you call commitment! Some of our members still recall him, and an abiding memory is of him striding out of a chalet with a long beard, resplendent in long johns. I take no responsibility for the picture in your head right now!
The club was originally known as Nottingham Sun and Air Society. This was shortened to Nottingham Sun Club in the 1970s as it was thought to be too cumbersome. A grass area was cleared in front of the ‘new’ pavilion where netball and cricket were played. Two sand courts were constructed where tenequoits were played.  The club was featured in the Summer 1941 edition of Sun Bathing Review.  The article mentions “a well-run camp … and although there is an enormous amount of work still to be done, they have found themselves a very pleasant corner in Sherwood Forest and already made it comfortable and attractive”.  It is interesting to hear that in the middle of wartime there was still the chance to enjoy naturism. The article also says, “The people themselves have that happy spirit of comradeship that always animates those who have shared the initial work and overcome the inevitable difficulties together.”
In 1946, the land owner decided to sell 50 acres of land which included that rented by the Society. The owner offered the Society five acres of land for £500. On a summer Sunday in 1948 the membership gathered in a chalet to vote on the formation of Tabramhill Estates Ltd. Present was a very embarrassed solicitor, dressed in pinstripe trousers and a black jacket, among a throng of nude bodies. What price a photograph of that event! The first construction on site was a corrugated iron pavilion lined with stained match boarding purchased second hand, which had previously stood in the yard of Shire Hall, Nottingham. This was of rather peculiar proportions, appearing to have been designed for the accommodation of giraffes rather than humans. In the middle stood a large cast iron stove and on winter evenings this would glow red hot from top to bottom.
The pavilion was moved from the old site to the new and work began on clearing the new site. Miniten came to the Club via a single lady member who had been on holiday at a club in the Isle of Wight, and who came back full of enthusiasm for this new game. The sand courts lasted many years until the Club was able to afford asphalt and concrete courts. In January 1960, we became the proud owners of a rusty Nissen hut, and the job of de-rusting and painting began. In May another arrival, a prefabricated building, was delivered and the shell erected by the members. A week after final completion a member came up on his own and lit the coke stove, went out for a drink leaving the draught door open; when he returned the roof lining around the chimney was nicely alight. Fortunately, with admirable foresight, the interior had been painted in fire resistant paint, and a fire extinguisher was at hand. The offending member left a note of apology and we never saw him again. Not a great start!
Nottingham Sun Club was one of the original signatories to the charter setting up the Central Council for British Naturism in 1964, although we cannot find documentary evidence to support this. The club has been a member of British Naturism in the past and was involved in many inter-club sports tournaments, as evidenced by a full trophy cabinet in the small pavilion. 
An open-air swimming pool was installed in 1966. Not without incident! We began filling the pool from a small-bore water supply which just about trickled into the pool but greatly reduced the water pressure to our neighbours, including Newstead Abbey whose owners, Nottingham City Council, were not best pleased. Their storage tanks were emptying and we had to stop. As a consequence, the secretary was summoned to appear before the powers that be at the council offices and got his knuckles severely rapped. Whoops! The solution came from the local fire service, who were persuaded to fill the pool as a storage facility for water should any incident require it. Several firemen returned to the club, as guests, to swim and play volleyball. At least one fireman and his family became members.
The pool remained uncovered until 1997, when a half-domed steel and canvas structure was erected to provide swimming facilities for times when the sun wasn’t shining. Financing for this was by a very generous donation by a member. This was quite an ambitious project that was again undertaken by our ever-willing and able members. Block paved flooring was installed at the same time, and this now gives another covered area to enjoy in times when the sun shines but the outside temperate is too cool for naked comfort. It continues to be an asset for the club and is a great selling point for new members. Over the years since we have added two new pavilions, one large one small, inventively named the large pavilion and small pavilion. I guess the naming took a lot of discussion.  The small pavilion includes a sauna, showers, lounge and kitchen area which we have redeveloped to bring up to current catering standards. In 2020 we found leaks from the pool so set about refurbishment, but subsequently found it was beyond repair so that a full rebuild was required. A mammoth task, again achieved solely by our members. This is a much-used facility by members and guests alike. Many members bring grandchildren for a fun splash about, others use it to improve their fitness with a regular swim or for a lazy cool down on hot days, when we get them!
On our camping fields we can accommodate visitors with tents, trailer tents, folding caravans (unfortunately not full size caravans) and motorhomes (max 8.5m on one part of the site and max 5.5m on another). Each pitch has a 6 amp electrical supply. We also have a (members run) trailer tent that is available for hire for visitors’ overnight stays. By design we have limited the cooking facilities in the trailer tent, with extensive cooking facilities available in our small pavilion kitchen. There is free use of our communal gas barbeques, one of which is reserved for vegetarian/vegan food. 
We have 43 member-owned chalets, two camping fields, toilets and showers, a covered heated swimming pool, gym equipment, sauna, tennis and miniten courts, shuffleboard, volley ball and boules areas plus extensive lawns for sunbathing. Regular competitions are held which are always fun. When the weather is not kind the two heated pavilions provide indoor space to socialise in, with pool table, table tennis, many board games and darts board. Naked darts … what could possibly go wrong?
We hold numerous events throughout the year, all run by the members. These include meals, quizzes, discos and ceilidhs, breakfasts, coffee mornings and afternoon teas as well as many different themed evenings, both on and off site. An Indian Banquet, again all catered by members, is always a winner. Members are encouraged to invite friends and relations to come and join us for these events, when numbers allow.
Over the years we had had many members who brought individual skills and talents with which to entertain our members. A number of pantomimes and variety shows have been written, produced, directed and performed by these gifted people to the delight of members and visitors alike.
Locally we are ideally placed for visitors to discover Sherwood Forest and the famous Major Oak. Many stately homes including Chatsworth House, Hardwick Hall and the peak district are an hour away, as is historic Lincoln, and of course Newstead Abbey is literally on the doorstep. The Abbey itself is set in extensive grounds which provide excellent walks, clothed unfortunately. The Abbey also hosts many events which members regularly attend such as ghost walks, outdoor theatre, musical evenings and weekend concerts.
Locally we are well served with supermarkets, pubs and restaurants, many within walking distance. All this, and only 10 miles from Nottingham, with amongst other attractions Nottingham Castle and Wollaton Hall – featured in a Batman movie as “Wayne Manor”.
We are looking to build on our history, developing and promoting our club, to meet the expectations of current and future naturists. In 2024 we took part in “The Great British Skinny Dip”, raising a significant amount of money for The British Heart Foundation.
To raise local awareness of our club an article recently appeared in a local newspaper, both promoting the club and extolling the virtues of Naturism and its health and welfare benefits. This exposure (pun intended), was followed by an excellent interview on Radio Nottingham with some of our members, with the reporter and the radio van coming to our site and broadcasting live.
We welcome new members and visitors to share our truly unique and tranquil space and become involved in, and write, the next chapter in our development. There is nothing that compares to enjoying naturism in the safety and privacy of a friendly, well run naturist club. From the moment you drive in through the gates you leave all your cares and your worries behind you. Spending your leisure time just lying in the sun reading, having a swim, playing tennis etc or just exploring the local area. What could be better!
Visit the Nottingham Sun Club website

British Naturism - at the Caravan Show - starts today!

The BN Team are back at The NEC in Birmingham for the spring Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show from 18 - 23 February on stand 4049.
Expected attendance is around 100,000 over the six days of the show and, as  in previous years, we expect to be busy talking to people and handing out the BN Guide to Naturism to the thousands of visitors, and answering their questions about Naturism.
Maybe we'll see you there?

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