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New appointments! Clubs officer

Our second EC appointment is to a new role. The clubs consultation identified the need for a Clubs Officer to better integrate clubs with the national organisation. The aim of the role is two-fold.
The first is that clubs should be better supported so that they thrive, the second is that members of British Naturism who are not club members start to gain greater benefit from the network of facilities around the country.
We are pleased to announce that Sally Whitney has stepped up to take on the role. Sally is an active member of Blackthorns Sun Club and her experience in working professionally and voluntarily for a national charity and HMRC in relationship management means that she has the transferable skill set to navigate the complexity that is British Naturism, making her well-placed to serve both clubs and individual members as she develops this important new role.
Sally says:
I have been chatting with many club officers, club members and Naturists. Virtually every discussion turns to membership of clubs, the benefits of being a member of a club, the difficulties people are having becoming members of clubs and/or why people have stopped being members of a club.
I decided this summer to become a volunteer for BN and saw the Clubs Officer Role. I am a people person and in my employment  I work closely with multiple stakeholders to ensure services delivered meet the needs of the service users. I believe this role will help me utilise my skills for the benefit of the whole of BN and I am proud to be involved in the growth of BN. It gives me the opportunity to meet other Naturists and to promote social nudity across the UK.
My initial plans are to build a network with clubs across the UK and to look for opportunities for BN to support clubs and vice versa. I will be visiting BN member clubs and will welcome contributions from any club or individuals that will assist me in developing this role for the benefit of all clubs and members. Please keep an eye out for the blog I am starting which should keep you updated on what I am doing.
Please let me know if you would be interested in taking part in meetings to explore what I can do in my position as Club Officer to benefit the wider membership, focussing specifically on clubs. 

I look forward to working with members, clubs and BN committees to develop and fulfil this role.  My vision for the role is to enhance the relationship between Naturist clubs and BN.
sally.whitney@bn.org.uk and @Sally Whitneyfor members on the forum.

New appointments! Women in Naturism co-ordinator

It has been a busy period for volunteer recruitment and we can now announce some new EC members and officers. I look forward with optimism to the contributions our new officers will make to what I am certain is a bright future for Naturism, and I am sure you will want to join me in welcoming them.
Here we showcase our new Women in Naturism co-ordinator. Look out over the next few days for two others.
Although it is not an EC role this is a highly significant within our organisation. Donna Price stepped down from the role last month having served her two years.  We are pleased that Helen Berriman has come forward as our next officer. Helen has already been in extensive discussions with Donna about how to build on her excellent work.  Helen is relatively new to Naturism and has quickly built a reputation on social media for promoting body positivity and Naturism.  A key objective of the role is to help women feel comfortable in their own skin, and Helen is able to bring to the role relevant recent experience of starting up in Naturism.  Helen’s passion for promoting body acceptance and positivity aligns very closely with our major campaigning objectives and strategy for the year ahead so we are building a coherent team in British Naturism.
Helen says: My passion for this role was inspired by my own life's battles, namely body dysmorphia and the inability to accept my husband's Naturism. It wasn't until I went to a Naturist resort and I "dared to bare" that I could appreciate for myself what the appeal was.  I have never been in a more relaxed and friendly environment.  Naturism is such a great leveller.  Without the clothes, we are all the same.  Just a bunch of non judgemental people experiencing body freedom. 
I understand the feeling of empowerment that body acceptance gives you.  Being nude gave me the tools to completely accept my body for what it was, scars, wobbles, the lot.  I finally accept the skin I am in.
I wish to draw on my own experiences to support other Women into giving Naturism a try.  It is a HUGE step to take.  Knowing what I know now, I wished I'd had done it years ago.
Donna says: I am pleased to hand over the role of WiN Coordinator to Helen and wish her every success in the future.

Showcasing the great work BN people do...

Trustees’ Week is an annual event held during the first week of November to showcase the great work people do as trustees, directors and committee members and provide opportunities for everyone to get involved and make a difference.  It’s an opportunity to …..
celebrate the time, commitment, skills and experience people bring to charities, voluntary organisations and community groups; find out about the work some of our Directors and Officers do on the British Naturism Executive Committee; discover whether you have the potential to be a trustee or committee member and consider current opportunities to get involved as part of the Leadership Team of British Naturism; and say “Thank you” to all those members who play a vital role in running British Naturism, volunteering their time and working together to make important decisions about our organisation’s work.  
Becoming a trustee/committee member of British Naturism is an exciting opportunity to benefit the organisation and really make a difference.  It can be a hugely rewarding, important and exciting role.  You not only give your time, skills and experience to a good cause, you can learn new and useful skills too, and be at the heart of leading British Naturism.
It’s important to have a diverse range of skills on the BN Executive Committee.  Having different approaches, skills and experience on a committee helps us carry out important work to the high standards that our members expect.
 
#ThankATrustee
Trustees’ Week is also an opportunity to show our massive appreciation for the great work trustees do and to say “Thank you” to all those members who play a vital role in running British Naturism, volunteering their time and working together to make important decisions about our organisation’s work. 
If you know a trustee involved with a national or local charity or organisation whose contributions have made a real difference to the people and causes their charity/organisation supports, let them know it’s not gone unnoticed!  Give them a mention on Twitter, using #ThankATrustee.
 
Applications are welcomed from individuals of all ages and backgrounds.  British Naturism supports the Women on Boards initiative and welcomes applications from women and others to bring fresh experience and perspectives to the governance of BN.
 
Discover more over on the BN Members' Forum and learn about being a member of the BN Executive Committee from current role-holders themselves, take a quiz to help you understand the skills you could bring to BN, and see all the current vacancies, both national and regional. (Log in required)
 

Naturist event in Melrose raises money for local charity

The Gathering is an annual weekend-long event hosted by British Naturism’s SANER region (Scotland and North of England including Northern Ireland) which began in 2013
After an enforced break because of the pandemic, during which time the usual venue in Dunoon went into liquidation, the event was relocated to the Waverley Castle Hotel in Melrose and attracted over 100 guests in October 2021. Activities included Christmas and Halloween nights, with fancy dress and body painting, a horse racing game, quizzes, bowls, archery and a naked hill walk - during which 150 or so fell runners were encountered.
Fundraising events across the weekend in aid of the local charity Margaret Kerr Palliative Care Unit in Melrose, raised an amazing £364.20 and a cheque was presented to Dr Annabel Howell.
SANER Regional Chairman Danny Callaghan, said:
‘We were delighted to host this popular event once again. Guests travelled from as far as Dorset and both Southern and Northern Ireland. The Waverley Castle Hotel lived up to all our hopes and expectations and it only took staff an hour or two to get used to their naked guests. They even dressed up on the Halloween night. Nothing was too much trouble and the food was excellent. The Margaret Kerr Palliative Care Unit is reputed to be one of the most well-respected charities in the area and it was wonderful to see our guests dig deep - even without the benefit of pockets!
Colleen Barlow, Fundraising Manager for ‘the difference’, said:
‘We’re grateful that British Naturism chose to make a local donation to The Margaret Kerr Unit at Borders General Hospital and the Palliative Care Service. The money they raised during their visit will help the palliative team go above and beyond to make patients and their families feel more comfortable at a most difficult time of their lives.
James Moutrie, General Manager at Waverley Castle, said:
‘It was a pleasure to host this group and they are welcome back anytime.
 
For more information visit:
British Naturism bn.org.uk
‘the difference’ - the official charity of NHS Borders (including MKU) thedifference.org.uk
Waverley Castle Hotel https://bespokehotels.com/waverley-castle
 
Contacts
British Naturism:
Andrew Welch, National PR contact
andrew.welch@bn.org.uk
07774 955138
 
Colleen Barlow| Fundraising Manager| the difference
colleen.Barlow@borders.scot.nhs.uk
07734 746 774
 

A great night at Bramcote

A Warm Yorkshire Welcome!
Having been to two Great British Skinny Dips already, Dave and I decided to head to Derbyshire for the final event of the season. It was a wise decision! The trees are changing colour, the weather was reasonably warm – and the South Yorkshire Naturists had taken over Bramcote Leisure Centre for an evening of spa-ing and swimming.
The last skinny dip at the centre, which took place in July 2019, drew 44 nudies, organiser John Oliver told me. This time there were 52, with “a good number of first timers.” We drifted between the spa area, with its sauna, steam room, aromatherapy room and hot tub, and the large pool. As John described the evening: “A friendly atmosphere and the usual SYN warm welcome” – and “excellent support from BN members."
Speaking of newbies, we met Ian and Tracy Davidson in the pool. Ian lost 3.5 stone on Weight Watchers, which, he said, gave him the confidence to sign up for the event. He set up a donation page where he had so far raised £195 for the British Heart Foundation. This was his first BN skinny dip, and he’s thinking about joining. This was Tracey’s first event, too, and she even joined in the group photo!
Another first-timer was Gail Frances, from South Wales, who was visiting friends in the area. She saw the event on the SYN website, thought “that looks like an interesting idea,” and decided to pop in. “It was great,” she told us.
We also met Marilyn Lincoln, clothes-free since 1989. She discovered the naturist resort of Vera Playa, Spain, in 2004 and now owns two rental flats there. What’s the best thing about Naturism? we asked: “It’s the fellowship.”
Before Covid, South Yorkshire Naturists held a monthly spa event and a quarterly swim, and the group hopes to return to that schedule.

The Great British Skinny Dip - last chance this year!

We've had a great season in 2021 for the Great British Skinny Dip, with many new venues hosting costume-free swims. And they were so popular that there will be regular skinny dips at some of them in 2022! We'll bring you a full report and update soon.
...but before we do, we're looking forward to what might be the last official GBSD event of the year, at Bramcote run by the South Yorkshire Naturists - tomorrow at 7:30pm 23/10/2021. See you there!

Closes soon! Tell us what you want from BN in your area

Please complete our survey! The closing date is 31st October 2021. 
Did you know that British Naturism operates through six regions across the whole of the UK? Everyone who joins BN – with the exception of overseas members – is automatically allocated to one of the regions.
Each region is managed by volunteers who administer what is formally known as the regional association. They oversee organisation of events in the region – creating lots of opportunities to practise Naturism close to home – as well as local campaigning, recruiting new members, supporting national campaigns (such as the Great British Skinny-Dip and Women in Naturism) at local level, and defending the interests of individual members and clubs within the region.
Many people will know that we’ve dedicated much time lately to scrutinising various aspects of our organisation to make sure we deliver - now and in the future. It’s been a long time since we last looked at how effectively regions were working, how well they were meeting members’ expectations, and the relationship between the regional volunteers and the national organisation.
The 2020 Annual General Meeting of British Naturism mandated the Executive Committee to carry out a review, in consultation with interested parties, of they way regions were operating. This work has been undertaken by a working committee within the EC. It’s chaired by Edwin Kilby, the International Director, and its membership includes all the regional coordinators and others.
The working group was unanimous about the importance of building structures that contribute significantly to the overall effectiveness of British Naturism and providing a really valuable local service to all members.
We’ve now launched a survey in order to understand better what members would like and to help the organisation work better. We’d be grateful if you’d complete it.
We’re looking forward to learning what you think!

The Forum Live - interviewing Stéphane Deschênes

We’re delighted to announce that our guest on the Forum Live next week (25th October) will be new International Naturist Federation (INF) President, Stéphane Deschênes.
We last spoke to Stéphane in April 2020, in fact, he was one of our first guests. Back then we talked to him about his aspirations for the INF and his own proposed participation,  and so we now look forward to hearing about his plans for taking the global organisation for Naturism into the future.
Stéphane is also the owner of Canadian Naturist resort Bare Oaks and hosts the Naturist Living Show podcast. There will be plenty to talk about…
Reserve your place now...

Restart a Heart Day - free online CPR training

FREE CPR & AED (Defibrillator)Training for World Restart a Heart Day will be offered by British Naturism online on 16th October at 2.30pm.
Restart a Heart (RSAH) Day is an annual worldwide initiative led by the Resuscitation Council who aim to increase the number of people surviving out-of-hospital cardiac arrests.
In light of CV-19 the steps you should take when performing CPR have changed but the need to perform CPR has not.
Out of hospital cardiac arrests are still happening across the UK, by learning and performing CPR, you could be the difference between life and death of a loved one at home, a colleague at work, or a stranger in the street. 
Find out more and reserve your place…

The Forum Live - Inside the Naturist Club

Next Monday (18th October) on The Forum Live we will be hearing from a panel of UK club representatives from around the country - finding out about their history, their facilities and their plans for the future in this post-Covid world.
Hopefully, we'll also be treated to some images and video footage. As usual, there will be time for questions from the audience.
Reserve your place now!
 
Thanks to Heritage Club for the image

New President at the INF

Congratulations to Stéphane Deschênes on his election as President of the International Naturist Federation (INF)
The election took place on Saturday (9 October) at the INF’s 37th World Congress in Slovenia.
In a statement issued on Monday evening (11 October) he and Sieglinde Ivo said that they will “join together as co-presidents until she retires at the end of her term in three years; at which point she will have tirelessly served as the president of the INF-FNI for 16 years. This arrangement has several advantages. First, it joins two distinct factions in a cooperative arrangement that is typical of naturism and that may be an example in many countries that are plagued with divisive politics. Secondly it allows for an orderly and gradual transition. Finally, having co-presidents provides more leadership for the many modernisation projects and challenges that face the INF-FNI in the next few years.”
Modernisation and unifying the INF will be a big job, and we are looking forward to this exciting new chapter in the INF’s history.

The Forum Live - interviewing AANR West

Next Monday, 11th October, we're delighted to announce the return of Linda Weber and Andy Walden from the American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR) to the Forum Live. We last spoke to them in September 2020 and learned a lot about their activities. 
Readers of BN Magazine will know that 2021 is the 90th anniversary of AANR and so we're pleased to welcome them again and catch up!
Linda currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Western Region of AANR - the American Association for Nude Recreation and was appointed Marketing Chair, which encompasses Marketing, Spanish Outreach, and WINR - Women in Nude Recreation.
Andy is current Secretary for the AANR Western Region.  He splits his time between his home on the Island of Hawai‘i and the Deserts of Arizona and Utah.
Reserve your place now...!
 

 

Certificates of Merit -2021

During Sunday's AGM, Mark Bass, BN President, announced that the Executive Committee had awarded Certificates of Merit to two members.  Such certificates are awarded to people whose contribution to naturism has been found to be exceptional.  This has been the first year when nominations were invited from the wider membership, and thank you to everyone who responded.
The recipients are:
Peter Edwards:  Peter has, over a period of more than a decade, from 2010-2021, acted as South-West Regional Chairman; in that capacity he has worked quietly and effectively in the background without seeking the limelight for himself.  He has been especially involved in oversight of clothes-optional days at Abbey House Gardens and has been an effective representative on the Studland Users Group.  He is stepping down as Chairman but plans to remain active on the regional committee.
Val Humfress: Val has been Chair of the White House Naturist club for some 18 years, and has fulfilled the role with extraordinary dedication, care, diligence and good grace through many challenges – including dealing with local planning issues that threatened the club.  She has presided over sustained growth in membership at the club, and offered an outstandingly effective response to the COVID pandemic, helping to keep club members together and facilitating the club's opening during 2020.
Many congratulations and thanks to both Peter and Val!
 
Photo by Giorgio Trovato on Unsplash

Reach thousands of Naturists with British Naturism!

Freedom to travel is at last returning. UK Naturists are eagerly looking forward to enjoying holidays in the sun again! We all have hope in our hearts for much better times ahead. 

There are plenty of opportunities for promoting your business with British Naturism, including display adverts and FREE editorial in our members' magazine (pictured); display adverts on the front page and holiday pages of our website; sponsorship of live and online events; and banners in this e-newsletter.

We are now putting together the British Naturism Winter Magazine - BN230. This is the copy that will arrive just in time for Christmas, when many people think about their holidays, sunnier days, and plans for next year. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to remind your clients that you are there as an option to consider. Discounts available for advance bookings!

Check out the full advertising possibilities on our website
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From the Boardroom

Here’s a round-up of some of the many issues the management team have been dealing with over the last few months - there's plenty going on!
 
Volunteers and employees
It’s been a good season for attracting volunteers.  We’ve recruited a new equality and diversity officer, and a partnerships officer - whose job will be to build contacts to help effective campaigning.  No less than three legally qualified members have volunteered to help British Naturism with legal questions, complementing the work of Peter and Christine Wright, whose roles are unaffected.
And we were delighted to welcome on board Georgia Williams as our new customer services assistant.
But there’s no getting away from the fact that we are still carrying key vacancies at Board level.  Appointment of a new Finance Director proved to be short-lived, when the person appointed concluded that he wasn’t able to give to the role the time it required.  The management team will be looking at ways to lighten the load of this role, including the possibility of buying-in some services.
And we still lack a Chair, although Jon Williams has been an excellent vice-chair.
One new volunteering role is the Clubs Officer (log in required).  Following last year’s consultation of BN’s clubs nationwide, we see this as a key role in improving the representation of clubs within BN, and also in providing support directly to clubs.
It goes without saying that we would welcome expressions of interest in these, or any other, currently vacant roles. 
 
British Naturism: Sunfolk
We still await a decision on our application for planning permission for the various improvements we want to make to the site.  It has taken much longer than we were given to understand it would.  Consequently, we’re having to postpone some of the improvement work we hoped to start this autumn.  That’s a disappointment, but we’re happy that so many people have been able to enjoy Sunfolk this year even before the work has been carried out.
 
Events
The end of lockdown has enabled dozens of events to take place across the country and the management team have been managing, supporting, and advising on many.  To mention just three, the Naked Heart Walk at Painshill Park in Surrey raised some £26,000 for our charity of the year British Heart Foundation.  The first ever, and well-supported, guided naked walk took place across Morecambe Bay.  And Nudefest, one of BN’s flagship events, was a great success despite disappointing weather.
 
Naturism is Lawful leaflet
We've worked hard on creating a new resource for Naturists, taking the form of a web page, a downloadable A5 document and a business card-sized item available from the BN shop, which has been really well-received by those who enjoy the great outdoors without clothes. They explain that Naturism is lawful in concise language, in a format that can be given away to people naturists might encounter.
 
Naturist Research
We’re delighted once again to be working with Dr Keon West. His latest project concerns the relationship between exposure to nudity during childhood, and various types of adjustment or maladjustment as adults.  We hope that this will add to the weight of evidence showing that those who are exposed to nudity at an early age typically have greater body-confidence and self-esteem when they are older.
 
Regions
We’re currently consulting on BN’s Regions.  The organisation is split into six regions whose role, among other things, is promote Naturism, provide opportunities to practise it, and to represent members and clubs at Executive Committee level.  The consultation asks members what they want from their regions and seeks views on how well the current arrangements are working.  A separate, more technical, consultation seeks views on various proposals for modest reform. The results will be examined by the Regional Structures working group.  The deadline for responding is 31 October. 
 
AGM
The AGM in 2020, held online for the first time, attracted the largest attendance in living memory.  We made the decision to hold this year’s AGM online too, since it makes the event so readily accessible for most members.
As well as the formal business, this year's AGM this coming weekend will include a “state of the nation” address from BN President Mark Bass, and an opportunity for questions and answers.

The Forum Live - interviewing Nick and Lins - Naked Wanderings

I'm delighted to announce the return on Monday 4th October of popular Forum Live guests, Nick and Lins of www.nakedwanderings.com who we last spoke to in August 2020.
Nick and Lins, as their website name suggests, travel the Naturist world and both blog and vlog about it. Since we last met them they've travelled extensively in Spain and Italy, as well as closer to their home in Belgium. We'll catch up with their adventures, learn more about the places they've been and find out their views of the state of Naturism post-pandemic. 
Reserve your place now...

Forthcoming events

We are delighted to share more dining events coming up soon; a naked dining event at The Three Horseshoes in Hertfordshire on 9th October, and in West Sussex, on 16th October, there is an opportunity to join in with a Secret Naked Supper Club 

Fancy joining a Naturist walk while the weather is still fine?  Well here are a couple to choose from;  the Naturist Ramblers are in Oxford on 29th September, and you can set off with a BN group from Wendover in the Chiltern Hills, on 1st October.

It's not long now until our four days of Highland hospitality with the return of The Gathering, in Scotland, in a new venue, from the 15th to 18th October.

Another Great British Skinny Dip has been announced, this time in South Yorkshire, on 23rd October, whatever the weather, as you will dive into a warm skinny dip at the Bramcote Leisure Centre

You can find a huge choice of online events to entertain you, keep you fit, or allow you to be in touch with our fantastic community! Including The Forum Live for which next week's session (27th September) is a Holiday session, aimed at giving members a chance to talk about holidays, where to go and what to do.


Q. How do I find out more about these and other superb events I can attend this summer?
A. Easy! Check out these links:

Events run by British Naturism - events.bn.org.uk
All other events (you can add your own!) - bn.org.uk/calendar
Online events - 20 each week! - shop.bn.org.uk/pages/online-home
The Great British Skinny Dip - greatbritishskinnydip.co.uk

The Forum Live Debate - happy holidays!

The forum live debate on Monday 27th September will be hosted by the new Holiday Advice Service Coordinators Andrew and Sue.
Please join them and discuss your Naturist holiday experiences with other BN members, find out about their experiences, and discover new ideas for your next naturist holiday.
The discussion will also explore the various ways of discovering, planning and booking Naturist holidays, so please come along and share your thoughts!
Reserve your place now...
 
Photo - Cypress Cove, Florida. Credit Dan Erwin

Naturism is Lawful - our new downloadable leaflet

NATURISM IS LAWFUL
Naturists, also known as nudists, are people who enjoy activities — including walking, cycling, sunbathing and swimming — in the nude.
There’s no need to be concerned if you meet naturists.
Simply being naked in a public place is not against the law. It doesn’t amount to “indecent exposure”, contrary to popular belief. We’re naturists, not flashers.
Police call handlers have instructions to explain to anyone who calls to report naturist walkers or ramblers that no offences are being committed and that no police attendance is necessary. If you’d like to know more, visit www.bn.org.uk/policing.
There is no evidence that naturism—or the sight of a naked person or people walking or rambling—is in any way harmful to children or, for that matter, adults.
NATURISM IS GOOD FOR YOU
Naturism is increasingly popular as more people find it boosts a sense of well-being, freedom and happiness, and so is good for their physical and mental health. If you would like more information, visit British Naturism’s web site: www.bn.org.uk.
 
This information is also available as a download from the BN website for you to print out and carry with you, or save to an electronic device such as a mobile phone, and as a pre- printed leaflet that you can order from the BN shop. 

What people are saying about us...

We're experiencing GoodTimes at BN, with membership on the rise, fantastic live and online events and a wonderful community of like-minded people.
But don't take our word for it! Here's what people are saying:
The friendliness of everyone I've spoken to has been a major plus. I've made lifelong friends all around the country.
BN Magazine is very impressive
People are helpful if you need information
Enjoyed the Zoom dances and Naked Fitness classes.
Keep up the good work.......I'm enjoying the membership!
The general warmth and enthusiasm of members is wonderful. For someone who is new to Naturism and quite self conscious it is very nice to just be online occasionally with people who ‘get it’.
Good to know that we are part of a larger family in Europe that we feel a part of, we’ve been using sites in Spain with the motorhome.
Everyone is so friendly and helpful.
So glad I joined, after many years of worrying about "coming out" as a Naturist.
The social online events are fantastic, the pub, coffee morning and the Forum Live.
The commitment to advocacy and awareness of Naturism in Britain and beyond.
The website is really good and I hope to make more of my membership now the restrictions are lifting
My wife and I really enjoyed the evening at Waterworld Stoke.
I had no idea about the amount of online events you're running - doing great work to keep the community alive and connected during this period! Also hadn't realised the amount of work which the legal team do to help Naturists if needed.
Even if I only get to one or two in person events a year, I intend to stay a member because I can see the huge value in the great work the EC and many members/volunteers are doing to promote Naturism and ensure there is positive change - even around just making sure that we don't lose spaces and slots for swims.
I have been so wonderfully surprised just what a friendly organisation it is! The forums have provided an excellent platform, where I have been able to meet so many like-minded people, made new friends, and, importantly, kept up with news, and find information so easily!

Women in Naturism - Donna Price stepping down

After two years of valuable and groundbreaking work, Donna Price has decided it's the right time for her to step down from
her role as British Naturism's Women in Naturism Co-Ordinator.
In the two years since she took on the post, Donna, (often with husband John) has enjoyed a high-profile in the media, having been featured on many occasions in newspapers, blogs, radio and TV - and not only in the UK - about her life as a woman who enjoys the Naturist lifestyle. All of these media opportunities have been positively received as Donna has emphasised the many benefits of a clothes-free life and she has been a point of contact for many people wishing to learn more about Naturism.
Donna has also made successful contacts with the Women's Institute movement and has been invited to speak at a number of their gatherings. She has curated the Women in Naturism pages on this website adding great advice and first-person stories aimed specifically at women as they enter the lifestyle, and tell friends and relations about it. 
Donna's work and enthusiasm have been very much appreciated by the Executive Committee and we wish Donna further 
success in the future as we know she will continue to extol the virtues of Naturism in her daily life.
We are looking for a successor - and for others to join the Women in Naturism team. Could it be you? Or someone you know? Find information on volunteering here, and follow the links. Alternatively, send an email to British Naturism's Volunteering Officer, John Gelder

The Great Guernsey Skinny Dip!

Guernsey was the location for the first Channel Islands' event for the Great British Skinny Dip (GBSD) and was a terrific success.
Fifty dippers, mostly women, enjoyed an exhilarating time at L’Ancresse Bay, raising £5,000 in the process - and are now eagerly exploring the possibility of a monthly nude swim on the island.
Money was raised for two local charities - Pink Ladies (Breast Cancer) and Mug (Testicular Cancer) as well as the GBSD's British Heart Foundation.
Interest in the dip was immediate when announced with a Facebook page attracting 150 people, and local papers reporting the event on this popular beach. On the day, the dip was counted down by local radio presenter Oscar Pearson and filmed by the local BBC TV news crew.
The Great British Skinny Dip has promoted and encouraged attitudes to Naturism to change in Guernsey. Look out for a fuller report in the Winter issue of British Naturism magazine.
 

BN229 - Autumn 2021

The Autumn issue of our members' magazine is now out!
It’s full of news, information, listings and fully illustrated features and articles.
Contents include:
All the events you can look forward to
#stopbodyshaming – ‘Love us as we are!” say French Naturist Federation
A successful summer of skinny dips, walks and other events
Nudefest is back, and what a festival it was!
Inaugural Naked Heart Walk raises over £25,000 for British Heart Foundation
Women in Naturism – stories about embracing our bodies and convincing our husbands
Getting Naked is a Liberating Experience - journalist Laura Bill visits British Naturism Sunfolk
Happy 90th Anniversary to the American Association for Nude Recreation!
Mental Health During Lockdown – how we all benefitted from being part of the Naturist community
Georgia – our new customer service assistant
In travel, we bring you tales from three UK Naturist gems
BN229 will soon be landing on the doormats of members of British Naturism who can also access a downloadable digital copy now. There's even a topic open for you to discuss it with other members. (Log in required for both)
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