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Here's another in our series of profile-raisers for our fabulous online naked fitness classes - ballet barre!
Class leader Sarah, says' Ballet is a great physical activity to start as an adult, there's a lot of injury prevention involved and the learning curve starts off very shallow, giving your body lots of time to gain strength. It will work your body in a way that develops strong, elongated muscles, increased flexibility, better balance, excellent posture, and a whole new awareness of one’s body.
Even if you do not move as well or as easily as you’d like, you can likely benefit from the class. Ballet is a beautiful art form, a refined skill, dancers move with more grace and musicality than anyone in the room!
Sign up for Sarah's class via the BN shop
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 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 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 23-26 Party in the Stark
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
 
Club Naturel – GBSD
February 7
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
February 7
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
February 7
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Ladies Only GBSD
February 7
Clothing optional, at a private pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
February 7
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 7
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
60’s / 70’s Dinner Dance
February 8
For details contact visitor team.
Merseyside
 
Wigton Swim GBSD
February 8
A monthly swim at the Wigton Pool.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford GBSD
February 8
Afternoon swim in a small pool plus squash court, sauna & steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Monthly Swim & Gym
February 8
Monthly swim; please bring appropriate footwear for use of the gym.
Tyne & Wear
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 8
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Bircotes GBSD
February 8
Evening swim or just socialise, play table tennis, badminton or use the sauna.
Yorkshire
 
Naked Board Games
February 8
Includes pizza, bring your own soft drinks, RSVP as places limited & to pay.
Northern Ireland
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 9
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Southampton GBSD
February 9
The swim is back, for one time only, please pre-book.
Hampshire
 
Northampton Sun Group GBSD
February 9
A small & a big pool, sauna & steam room, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms.
Northamptonshire
 
The Sunday Swim
February 9
Weekly swim, Turkish suite, sauna & steam rooms plus yoga.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
February 9
Evening - swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Southampton GBSD
February 9
For one time only on a Sunday, 4:40 to 6:00
Hampshire
 
Bristol GBSD
February 11
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
February 13
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Yoga with ESN
February 14
Join us for a short series of yoga practice.
East Sussex
 
The Big Quiz
February 14
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
February 14
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – GBSD
February 14
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
February 14
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 14
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Naked Yoga Belfast
February 15
RSVP to book and pay.
Northern Ireland
 
MNSC GBSD
February 15
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 15
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
South Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
February 15
Family swim with pool & flume, small pool, sauna & jacuzzi
Nottinghamshire
 
TANDO: Valentine’s Ball
February 15
Put the date in your diary
Newcastle upon Tyne
 
The Potteries Swim
February 16
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
Ryedale GBSD
February 16
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
February 16
A Clothed Event, meal available, please book by 14th.
South Glamorgan
 
Nudie Dudie GBSD
February 16
Afternoon swim, please confirm attendance.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 16
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
February 16
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
Withington Pool GBSD
February 16
Join us on the 3rd Sunday of the month, swim, chat and sauna. Disabled lift & pool hoist.
Manchester
 
The Sunday Swim
February 16
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
February 16
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
NI Chat
February 18
An hour of Zoom chat, get to know others & feel part of the group.
Online
 
Bristol GBSD
February 18
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Broughshane Sauna Evening
February 19
A free social & sauna evening in Ballymena, clothes optional, bring own snacks.
Northern Ireland
 
Dance Class
February 19
An hour’s class in Ballymena, learn stroll & partner dancing, clothes optional, RSVP to book.
Northern Ireland
 
Manchester Male GBSD
February 20
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
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
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 22
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Harrogate Turkish Bath Naturist Evening
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
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash
It’s a long time since I have heard non-BN member Naturists ask, ‘…but what does British Naturism actually do?’ That’s pleasing, and nice to know that as we enter our seventh decade, the worth of our volunteer organisation is seen, and known to be providing services to Naturists, campaigning for better on everyone’s behalf, and ensuring a bright future for generations of Naturists yet to come.
However, it brings a new challenge. We’re so busy, on so many fronts, that it becomes difficult to make sure everyone knows the breadth and depth of our activities, what they get out of it and how they can help us. It’s easy to miss important information, event announcements, campaigning successes, useful resources, calls for volunteers and more.
So if you need to get up to date, know that we communicate regularly. We have this website, a quarterly magazine, a weekly e-newsletter that even non-members can subscribe to, monthly regional newsletters for members, many social media accounts that you can follow, and our annual guide (look out for the 2025 edition, coming soon!). Members can log into the Members' Area and find a variety of things, including downloads, guides, image galleries, information and chat with other members on the topics of the day. There’s also this page which gives everyone a quick overview of what we’re up to - bet you find something you didn’t know about!
Incidentally, if you aren’t a member you can join online now, and get the benefits AND support our work. It’s a no-brainer
British Naturism needs more First Aiders for regional events! If providing first aid to those who need it is to your liking, why not train to become a volunteer First Aider?
Here’s the deal!  BN will provide you with FREE Emergency First Aid at Work training and you become a First Aid volunteer with BN for three years.
The course will be held on Saturday 29 March 2025 (9.30 for 10.00am to 5.00pm) at the Ashdene Naturist Club, which is located midway between Halifax and Huddersfield with easy access from the M62 and A629.
Participants will be able to make use of the club’s facilities prior to and after the course.  These include covered heated swimming pool, sauna, hot tub, pavilion and bar.  Overnight accommodation is also available for those who wish to stay onsite at their own expense.
The course is being organised by British Naturism in partnership with 4Minutes First Aid Training, who will provide an Emergency First Aid at Work course, with first aid manual and e-certificate, valid for three years.
Closing date for bookings: 12:00 noon, 28 February 2025.
For further information on the course please see the Forum Post on the BN website or email me at john.gelder@bn.org.uk.  To apply for the role of First Aider and the course please use this link.
 
Photo by Mathurin NAPOLY / matnapo on Unsplash
Burrows Gardens in Derbyshire have been open to the public since 2006. Naturist visits started in 2012 and benefitted from being on a Saturday, as the gardens were closed to the public on that day, writes Andrew Davies
Craig Dalton took over the farm in the 1980s - the house having been bought by his grandfather in the 1920s. Craig developed the gardens but as it became more difficult to make money out of agriculture, he sold the farm in 2000, enabling him to indulge in what he had always wanted to do, which was to spend more time on the gardens. He began to make changes, starting with the Italian garden, and built the Temple Garden, introducing an all-white theme. He planted an entire bank of hydrangeas, known as mini-Cornwall.
During the Naturist visits Craig would often stand by the entrance and spend time with visitors telling them about the garden and his plans for the future. Sadly, and unexpectedly, he passed away in 2015 leaving behind his wife Nicky and seven-month old daughter.  Although Nicky is a teacher by profession, and would be the first to admit that she knows little about gardening, she continued to open the garden to the public as before. This included our annual Naturist visit, when she would also welcome Naturists to the gardens as well as serving them with tea, coffee and cakes. Over the years she got to know people, and knew who was a regular visitor and who was a newbie.
The events would normally take place in June, July, or August. There were concerns that the July 2020 event would not go ahead when lockdown was announced, but fortunately restrictions were lifted in time. As this was the first opportunity for Naturists to meet face to face that summer, it was very well attended, and many met up with friends they had made at the various online events that BN had introduced. In fact it was so successful that a second visit was arranged in August. Since 2020 there have been two visits each summer rather than one as in previous years.
Nicky was finding it harder to maintain the gardens as well as hold a full-time job so in 2023 she decided to put Burrows Gardens up for sale. Two successful visits took place in 2023 but many of us wondered if these would be the last to take place before a new owner took over.
Andrew Calow had been the Regional Coordinator and the organiser of a number of the previous visits, and later in 2023 decided to pop in to visit Nicky. However, she had sold up by then. He spoke to new owner Anthony about his plans for the gardens and whether he would consider continuing the Naturist visits. At the time Anthony was unsure of his plans but didn’t rule out the idea and I followed up in 2024. After meeting him with BN colleagues on a dark night in February, three visits for the summer were confirmed!
That June, Anthony enlisted the help of Michelle, who worked in the local pub, as well as his parents, to help with serving hot drinks and excellent cakes. The weather was not brilliant with a cool wind and the occasional spots of rain. Nevertheless 64 people attended, with 47 in slightly better weather in July. In August, 75 of us enjoyed the best weather of the three visits with sunshine and a warm breeze which meant people were able to sunbathe on the lawns and most stayed until the end of the afternoon.
As part of the publicity for the 2024 events, I decided to refer to six of the challenges within Challenge 60 which could be accomplished during the visit: play a game of miniten, attend a naked visit to a garden, attend a naked picnic with others, sunbathe naked in someone else's garden for the first time, be photographed next to a nude statue in a garden, and tell others about your participation in the BN 60th Challenge. Many accepted the challenges, and even posted their photos. The photo next to a nude statue was particularly popular. An extra one became possible on the day - pose naked for a Naturist photography session. People were keen to participate. 
The gardens are centrally situated and localish guests come from across the East and West Midlands, nearby Yorkshire, and Lancashire. Some come from further afield – from London and the South East, and even from Scotland.
Returning visitors have found the welcome to be warm and appreciate the opportunity to come back to a familiar place. New visitors have enjoyed the opportunity to be naked in beautiful surroundings and many have vowed to return. We all appreciate the efforts of Craig for creating the lovely gardens and for welcoming naked people into his pride and joy; for Nicky for continuing with the garden visits and being such a welcoming host; and now to Anthony and his team for agreeing to host these events and continuing with the welcoming approach.
The best news is that there are two visits for 2025 - 14th June and 30th August. Booking is now open!
 

 
Come and have a unique experience as BN once again takes over Tank Space - one of a handful of underwater and rain photography studios in the UK for a nude photo shoot  on 1 March.

Our team of BN Photographers will lead the shoot. There are a variety of props, materials and accessories available that you can have fun with too.
 
Image by Mark Bass from the BN Tank Space event in 2024
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
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 24-28 NKD
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
June 6-9 Highland Walking Weekend
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
 
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
January 31
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 31
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – GBSD
January 31
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 31
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 31
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sunnybroom GBSD
February 1
Monthly swim at the Bridge of Don.
Aberdeenshire
 
South Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
February 1
Family swim with pool & flume, small pool, sauna & jacuzzi
Nottinghamshire
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 1
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Nothing on, on a Saturday Night
February 1
CANCELLED UNTIL MARCH 1
Lancashire
 
The Potteries Swim
February 2
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
ESN at Seaford GBSD
February 2
Disabled access to poolside & pool lift available.
East Sussex
 
Ryedale GBSD
February 2
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 2
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
February 2
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
The Sunday Swim
February 2
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
February 2
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Plymouth Sun Club GBSD
February 3
Monthly swim, lane swimming or just socialising with friends.
Devon
 
Northern Ireland Open Chat
February 4
Regular bi-weekly Zoom discussion on local topics.
Online
 
Bristol GBSD
February 4
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
February 6
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel – GBSD
February 7
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
February 7
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
February 7
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Ladies Only GBSD
February 7
Clothing optional, at a private pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
February 7
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 7
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
60’s / 70’s Dinner Dance
February 8
For details contact visitor team.
Merseyside
 
Wigton Swim GBSD
February 8
A monthly swim at the Wigton Pool.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford GBSD
February 8
Afternoon swim in a small pool plus squash court, sauna & steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Monthly Swim & Gym
February 8
Monthly swim; please bring appropriate footwear for use of the gym.
Tyne & Wear
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 8
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 9
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Northampton Sun Group GBSD
February 9
A small & a big pool, sauna & steam room, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms.
Northamptonshire
 
The Sunday Swim
February 9
Weekly swim, Turkish suite, sauna & steam rooms plus yoga.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
February 9
Evening - swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Southampton GBSD
February 9
For one time only on a Sunday, 4:40 to 6:00
Hampshire
 
Bristol GBSD
February 11
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Dance Class
February 12
Learn stroll and partner dance, waltz or jive, clothed or naked.
Northern Ireland
 
Manchester Male GBSD
February 13
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Yoga with ESN
February 14
Join us for a short series of yoga practice.
East Sussex
 
The Big Quiz
February 14
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
February 14
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – GBSD
February 14
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
February 14
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 14
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
MNSC GBSD
February 15
A regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 15
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
South Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
February 15
Family swim with pool & flume, small pool, sauna & jacuzzi
Nottinghamshire
 
TANDO: Valentine’s Ball
February 15
Put the date in your diary, details to follow.
Newcastle upon Tyne
 
The Potteries Swim
February 16
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
Ryedale GBSD
February 16
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 16
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
February 16
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
Withington Pool GBSD
February 16
Join us on the 3rd Sunday of the month, swim, chat and sauna. Disabled lift & pool hoist.
Manchester
 
The Sunday Swim
February 16
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
February 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
Join host Helen Berriman, BN's Women's Officer, for a new episode of the podcast from British Naturism, dedicated to celebrating and empowering women in the Naturist community. Our podcast is created by women for women, although we warmly invite men to join us and listen as well.
In each episode, we delve into insightful conversations, exploring various aspects of Naturism through the lens of womens' experiences. Whether you are a seasoned Naturist, new to the way of life or just intrigued, we aim to educate and inspire. We highlight the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women in Naturism. Promoting body acceptance and self love, we explore how women across the planet have shed their clothes and freed up their minds, leading them toward a more fulfilling life in all areas; one that no longer keeps them restricted - emotionally, mentally, physically, and in all other ways.
In this enlightening episode of Women in Focus, out on Saturday 1 February, host Helen Berriman speaks with Sarah Tayler, a transgender woman and proud member of British Naturism. Sarah shares her powerful journey of self-discovery, from realising she was in the wrong body as a child to completing her transition in just one year.
Contrary to societal misconceptions, being nude as a transgender woman in a naturist space can be an empowering experience—helping to overcome body confidence issues. As Sarah shares, naturism offers a safe and supportive environment where every body is celebrated, allowing transgender women like her to find solace and confidence in their own skin.
This episode is the first of a two-part interview, where Sarah and Helen explore themes of transphobia, gymnophobia, and much more. Tune in to hear Sarah's inspiring story, and look out for part two in the next episode.
https://open.spotify.com/show/6HtAQzJKLzJenc3Jjm9W3O
https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d0d17b7b-51c3-4caa-b890-9c8355289c9f/women-in-focus
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in-focus/id1717263257
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1Y4MelgLcBpA89zbKw7m_UW3xT4_1WZ6
British Naturism is the UK member of the International Naturist Federation, the global organisation for Naturists that exists to represent, support and coordinate Naturist activity worldwide. If you are a BN member, you are automatically a member of the INF! You can find out more at inf-fni.org. 
Their newsletter - Focus - is published every two months and provides an update as to what’s going on in the INF and beyond. 
The February edition of Focus has as its headline, news that the INF-FNI Naturist Youth Gathering will be taking place in the UK near Bournemouth, 24-27 May 2025, in conjunction with British Naturism's (BN) own youth event, NKD.  There is also a report on how INF-FNI is leading a global coalition against social media body shaming.
In other articles, the naturist association of Thailand (NATCON) describes a four-day celebration of Naturism and wellbeing at their annual gathering at Purimas Beach Resort in Rayong 1-4 May 2025. There is also a report from the South African Naturist Association (SANNA) about the beautiful Naturist-friendly Mpenjati Beach. Finally, there is a round-up of all the 2025 INF-FNI sponsored activities, including Beach Volleyball in Paris (19 April), Naturist Games Without Borders in Montenegro (24-29 June), Sports and Activity Days in Germany (27 July- 8 August), and the International Naturist Swimming Championship in Barcelona (31 October - 2 November).
It's available from the BN website downloads section
 
Image: NFN Open & Bloot
 

We are very pleased to announce the co-option of Tony Lehrle-Fry as the new Regional Organiser for the LASER (London and South East) region.
Tony takes up the role with outstanding credentials as a long-standing Naturist, former city councillor and volunteer and event organiser, meaning that he has exactly the right skills to take the region forward for the next phase.
In the absence of a regular committee in the LASER region to make the appointment, various people in the region were consulted and expressed resounding support for this new appointment.  LASER is both the region with the smallest geographical area and largest number of members, meaning that its potential is almost limitless.  Tony will be looking to build a team around him, including the recruitment of a deputy, so if you are interested in volunteering in the LASER region please get in touch with him.
Meanwhile, I’m sure you will all join me in welcoming Tony to the role and wishing him luck.
Our popular Highland Walking Weekend returns in June 2025. During the weekend we will have exclusive use of the remote Loch Ossian hostel in the central Highlands providing direct access to the hills and lower-level tracks for nude walking. The area is also full of lochs and rivers for skinny dipping!

There is also limited space for camping in one-person tents in the grounds of the hostel. In addition, we have use of the signal box B&B located at Corrour station.

The remote location of the hostel means that we can be naked throughout the building and the grounds. The hostel also has direct access to Loch Ossian for swimming, and we have also been able to walk naked direct from the hostel in previous years
Find out how to book your place!
The best description of the Bournemouth Legends Weekender is probably "infectious."  No, I don’t mean that we all went home with influenza; I mean that Naturism was the true winner of the weekend, spreading its positive energy to everyone who came into contact with it.
The theme for the weekend was “Music Legends,” featuring tributes to some of the greatest artists who are no longer with us: Freddie Mercury, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, and, of course, the King himself, Elvis Presley.
During the day, the event offered a mix of classic favourites and exciting new activities.  Guests enjoyed the ever-popular squash tournament, spa, bingo, and craft sessions, while new highlights included gong bath meditations running throughout the weekend, “Play Your Cards Right,” and a horse racing afternoon where attendees placed wagers on comedy races streamed on big screens.
But it was the evenings where things really took off, quite literally.  The headlining acts delivered performances that were simply unforgettable.  This was one of the best lineups I have seen at a British Naturism event, not only because of the performers’ incredible talent but also because of the way they embraced the unique environment and audience.
“Tina Turner” and her backup dancers, in particular, experienced what can only be described as a life-changing event.  After facing various obstacles and setbacks leading up to their performance, they arrived almost on the brink of tears.  Yet, the warm welcome and overwhelming positivity from the Naturist community inspired them to not only deliver a stellar performance but also to completely transform their perspective.  By the end of their set, they were dancing naked on stage, fully immersed in the philosophy of the weekend.
And the transformative moments didn’t stop there. “Elvis” left the building the following night with plans to visit Naturist beaches as soon as the good weather returns, motivated by the uplifting attitude of the community.  Furthermore, the hotel staff, all of whom were new to the event, couldn’t resist the atmosphere and were dancing naked on the front desk, as the infectious energy of Naturism swept all before it.
If you missed out this year, you truly missed something special.  The Bournemouth Weekender perfectly showcased why what we do as Naturists is so important.  Events like this aren’t just fun and a chance to escape the everyday; they’re transformative.  They inspire people to step out of their comfort zones, shed inhibitions (and clothes), and discover a newfound joy and confidence.
This weekend, we saw countless individuals who had never even considered trying Naturism take the plunge and come away with brighter, more open outlooks.  Together, we made their lives a little lighter, a little freer, and a whole lot more joyful.  And that is why Naturism really matters.
Mark your calendars for next year’s Bournemouth Weekender.  Trust us, you won’t want to miss it.
 
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New Year, new you?
BN runs three group fitness sessions each week. Class leader Roy says:
'Come and start your fitness journey at your pace and in the comfort and privacy of your own home. No travel to the gym and the freedom to participate naked! The benefits are not only physical but have been shown to have  a positive effect upon mental health too. Over the years we have been delivering the classes the feedback has been incredible; 'amazing', 'life changing', 'inspirational', 'confidence building', and so it goes on. The classes are as easy or hard as you wish them to be, you work at your own pace and soon become part of a great online fitness community.
Why not give it a go and make 2025 the year of change!'
Find the details and book your place here
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 6-18 Shabden Holiday in Corsica
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
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
June 7 Great British Synchronised Skinny Dip
June 6-9 Highland Walking Weekend
June 13-15 Windermere Woodland Weekend
June 14-15 Naked Petanque
June 20-22 Sunfolk Pride
June 21 World Naked Hiking Day
June 23-29 Naturist Games without Borders
July 7-13 Nudefest
July 12 Bare all for Polar Bears
July 19-20 TANDO Naked in Northumberland
July 19 Boat Trip Around The Farne Islands
July 20 Alnwick Garden Visit
July 23-26 Party in the Stark
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
January 24
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 24
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – Swim
January 24
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 24
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 24
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sleaford GBSD
January 25
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna & steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
North West (Worsley) GBSD
January 25
Friendly swim with 25m pool plus two small pools, sauna and café.
Greater Manchester
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
January 25
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands.
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
January 26
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
The Sunday Swim
January 26
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
January 26
Evening - swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Bristol GBSD
January 28
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Dance Class
January 29
Learn Stroll & Partner dances, waltz or jive, clothed or naked.
Northern Ireland
 
StarkTrek Walk Challock
January 30
A 7 mile walk through woodland on the North Downs near Ashford in Kent.
Kent
 
Manchester Male GBSD
January 30
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
January 31
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 31
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – Swim
January 31
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 31
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 31
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sunnybroom Swim
February 1
Monthly swim at the Bridge of Don.
Aberdeenshire
 
South Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
February 1
Family swim with pool & flume, small pool, sauna & jacuzzi
Nottinghamshire
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 1
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Nothing on, on a Saturday Night
February 1
CANCELLED UNTIL MARCH 1
Lancashire
 
ESN at Seaford GBSD
February 2
Disabled access to poolside & pool lift available.
East Sussex
 
Ryedale GBSD
February 2
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 2
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
February 2
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
The Sunday Swim
February 2
Naked swim, Turkish suite, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
The Potteries Swim
February 2
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
Dover GBSD
February 2
Evening - swim or just socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Plymouth Sun Club GBSD
February 3
Monthly swim, lane swimming or just socialising with friends.
Devon
 
Northern Ireland Open Chat
February 4
Regular bi-weekly Zoom discussion on local topics.
Online
 
Bristol GBSD
February 4
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
February 6
All men over 18 who can swim are welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel – Swim
February 7
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
February 7
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
February 7
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Ladies Only Swim
February 7
Clothing optional, at a private pool with hot tub and sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
February 7
Singles, couples & families welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
February 7
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
60’s / 70’s Dinner Dance
February 8
For details contact visitor team.
Merseyside
 
Wigton Swim GBSD
February 8
A monthly swim at the Wigton Pool.
Cumbria
 
Sleaford GBSD
February 8
Afternoon swim in a small pool plus squash court, sauna & steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
TROC Monthly Swim & Gym
February 8
Monthly swim; please bring appropriate footwear for use of the gym.
Tyne & Wear
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 8
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 9
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Northampton Sun Group
February 9
A small & a big pool, sauna & steam room, plunge pool & Turkish hot rooms.
Northamptonshire
 
The Sunday Swim
February 9
Weekly swim, Turkish suite, sauna & steam rooms plus yoga.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
February 9
Evening - swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash
Opening again last summer after refurbishment, British Naturism Sunfolk was an instant hit and popular for day visitors and those who stayed longer in tents, camper and caravans and our glamping pods.
Booking is open for the 2025 season too - and we're pleased to announce  three themed weekends which we are hosting at the site.
Choose from (or do them all!):
May - Naked Fitness weekend - the perfect balance of fitness, friendship and social. Activities include Yoga, Group Fitness  and meditation sessions. 
June - Pride weekend - activities to include BBQ, Sports, Sauna, Hot tub and much more
September - Naked Fitness 'Holistic' weekend - more wellness as well as Group Exercise and Yoga. External practitioners will be on-site all weekend, providing massage and other holistic treatments.
One of our most popular and long-running online sessions is the weekly quiz which takes place every Friday evening at 7.30pm. It's a lot of fun and sociable too, with a different quizmaster/mistress each week.
Find out more including how to join the session over in the BN shop. There's also a weekly reminder, with a hint about how to be prepared for the questions on the BN members' forum too.
This event is for members of British Naturism and other Naturist federations only. If you are not a member, it's easy to become one!
 
 
Our first big event takes place this weekend - we're sending all the best to everyone who is going! There's masses going on including live entertainment, swimming pool and sauna and the annual BN squash tournament.
A few rooms are still available though the squash tournament is now closed to new entries.
Have fun everyone!
 
Missed it? Take a look at all the wonderful events and outings you can take part in this year!
 
British Naturism needs more First Aiders for regional events! If providing first aid to those who need it is to your liking, why not train to become a volunteer First Aider?
Here’s the deal!  BN will provide you with FREE Emergency First Aid at Work training and you become a First Aid volunteer with BN for three years.
The course will be held on Saturday 29 March 2025 (9.30 for 10.00am to 5.00pm) at the Ashdene Naturist Club, which is located midway between Halifax and Huddersfield with easy access from the M62 and A629.
Participants will be able to make use of the club’s facilities prior to and after the course.  These include covered heated swimming pool, sauna, hot tub, pavilion and bar.  Overnight accommodation is also available for those who wish to stay onsite at their own expense.
The course is being organised by British Naturism in partnership with 4Minutes First Aid Training, who will provide an Emergency First Aid at Work course, with first aid manual and e-certificate, valid for three years.
Priority will be given to applicants from the North West, Yorkshire and East Midlands, and SANER regions as this is where we currently have a shortage of volunteer First Aiders.  Closing date for Priority Bookings: 31 January 2025.  Closing date for all bookings: 28 February 2025.
For further information on the course please see the Forum Post on the BN website or email me at john.gelder@bn.org.uk.  To apply for the role of First Aider and the course please use this link.
 
John Gelder
BN Volunteering Officer
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!
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:
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.
 
Jan 24-27 Bournemouth Legends Weekend
Jan 25-26 Bournemouth Squash Open 
March 01 Tank Space
April 7-14 Ladies Only Holiday Fuerteventura
April 12 Swim Gala & Festival of Sport
April 26-3 May Magnolia Natura Gran Canaria
May 1-8 Ladies Only Holiday Fuerteventura
May 9-16 BN Supported LGTBQ 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
June 6-9 Highland Walking Weekend
June 13-15 Windermere Woodland Weekend
June 14-15 Naked Petanque
June 20-22 Sunfolk Pride
June 21 World Naked Hiking Day
July 7-13 Nudefest
July 12 Bare all for Polar Bears
July 19 Boat Trip Around The Farne Islands
July 20 Alnwick Garden Visit
July 23-26 Party in the Stark
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
 
Club Naturel – Swim
January 17
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
January 17
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 17
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 17
Singles, couples & families with children welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 17
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
MNSC GBSD
January 18
Regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
South Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
January 18
Join us for a 2 hour swim.
Nottinghamshire
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
January 18
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands.
 
Ryedale GBSD
January 19
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie GBSD
January 19
Swim from 3:30 to 4:30.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
January 19
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
January 19
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
January 19
Meet for a chat, a pint or even a meal.
South Glamorgan
 
The Sunday Swim
January 19
Naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Withington Pool GBSD
January 19
Enjoy this Edwardian pool with disability access & sauna.
Manchester
 
The Potteries Swim
January 19
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
Dover GBSD
January 19
Evening swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Northern Ireland Open Chat
January 21
A bi-weekly Zoom discussion on local topics.
Online Zoom
 
Bristol GBSD
January 21
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
January 23
All men over 18 welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Bournemouth Legends Weekend
January 24 to 27
A three night break featuring live entertainment and daily activities.
Dorset
 
The Big Quiz
January 24
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 24
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – Swim
January 24
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 24
Singles, couples & families with children welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 24
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sleaford GBSD
January 25
Small pool, gym, squash court, sauna & steam room.
Lincolnshire
 
North West (Worsley) GBSD
January 25
Family friendly swim with 25m pool plus two small pools, sauna and café.
Greater Manchester
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
January 25
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands.
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
January 26
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
The Sunday Swim
January 26
Naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
January 26
Evening swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Bristol GBSD
January 28
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Dance Class
January 29
Learn Stroll & Partner dances, waltz or jive, clothed or naked.
Northern Ireland
 
StarkTrek Walk Challock
January 30
A 7 mile walk through woodland on the North Downs near Ashford in Kent.
Kent
 
Manchester Male GBSD
January 30
All men over 18 welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
The Big Quiz
January 31
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 31
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – Swim
January 31
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 31
Singles, couples & families with children welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 31
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Sunnybroom Swim
February 1
Monthly swim at the Bridge of Don.
Aberdeenshire
 
South Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
February 1
Family swim with pool & flume, small pool, sauna & jacuzzi
Nottinghamshire
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
February 1
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands
 
Nothing on, on a Saturday Night
February 1
CANCELLED UNTIL MARCH 1
Lancashire
 
ESN at Seaford GBSD
February 2
Disabled access to poolside & pool lift available.
East Sussex
 
Ryedale GBSD
February 2
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
February 2
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
February 2
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
The Sunday Swim
February 2
Naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
The Potteries Swim
February 2
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
Dover GBSD
February 2
Evening swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash
Last week we relaunched BN’s fab Naked Fitness sessions for 2025 with a new payment structure and an additional class. And now you may be considering whether to sign up for a fitness or yoga class. As someone who’s been taking what I call “nudie yoga” since lock-down, let me encourage you to jump in.
I had taken a (non-naked) yoga class for years but had lost interest in yoga until Covid came along. At that point, BN stepped up to the plate and began offering fitness classes and I thought, “Well, I’m stuck at home. Why not check out the Friday afternoon session?” It was a bit tough at first to wrestle my stiff body into those poses, but eventually I got the hang of it again, and I’ve been doing that class ever since.
Are you an experienced yoga practitioner? If you attend clothed classes, why not try a naked session? Are you a yoga newbie? BN offers several classes, some of which are more appropriate for beginners. There are three yoga sessions a week - Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
In the same way that other naked activities are relaxing and fun, nudie yoga lets you enjoy the feeling of your body being active - without any restraining clothing. And all in the comfort of your own home!
Find the yoga sessions - and all BN Naked Fitness classes, which also include group fitness, mediation, pilates, GroovX and ballet barre. 
Busy? Yeah, me too. Little time to check this website for news from your favourite Naturist organisation? I can see some of you nodding. 
Well, have you signed up for our weekly ezine? It's sent to your inbox every Friday morning and is packed with news, updates, looks forward, events and more, summarising the posts on the BN news pages. 
There are also monthly newsletters to opt for, covering news and updates from your local area, and if you like, you can sign up to them all!
It's free to sign up to - visit this page to do so - where you will also find a link to the archive of past ezines. 
Not a BN member? Really? You can easily fix that - but in the meantime you can also sign up to the national weekly newsletter - visit this page and follow the steps.
Not official British Naturism group holidays but we're pleased to support no less than three specialist group holidays heading to Fuerteventura in the spring of 2025 at BHH.
Booking is now open for:
Ladies Retreat 7 - 14 April
Ladies Retreat 1 - 8 May
LGTBQ holiday - 9 - 16 May
In addition to enjoying the island, the resort and the company of like-minded people, each holiday will also come with plenty of arranged activities. Find out more including how to book by following the links above.
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:
 
Jan 24-27 Bournemouth Legends Weekend
Jan 25-26 Bournemouth Squash Open
March 01 Tank Space
April 12 Swim Gala & Festival of Sport
April 26-3 May Magnolia Natura Gran Canaria
May 9-16 LGBTQ Supported Holiday to Fuerteventura
May 12-15 The Gathering
May 18 Naked 5k Run
May 24-28 NKD
May 31-14 June Sailing Club Holiday
June 6-9 Highland Walking Weekend
June 13-15 Windermere Woodland Weekend
June 14-15 Naked Petanque
June 20-22 Sunfolk Pride
July 7-13 Nudefest
July 12 Bare all for Polar Bears
July 19 Boat Trip Around The Farne Islands
July 20 Alnwick Garden Visit
July 31-4 Aug Everybody Festival
Aug 21-25 Baskerville Hall
 
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
January 10
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 10
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – Swim
January 10
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 10
Singles, couples & families with children welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 10
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
Wigton GBSD
January 11
Early afternoon swim but pre booking recommended due to capacity limitations.
Cumbria
 
TROC Swim & Gym
January 11
Swim or use the gym, please bring appropriate footwear & towel, refreshments available.
Tyne & Wear
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
January 11
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands.
 
Southampton GBSD
January 11
Family friendly monthly swim.
Hampshire
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
January 12
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Northampton Sun Group GBSD
January 12
CANCELLED
Northamptonshire
 
The Sunday Swim
January 12
Naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
January 12
Evening swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Durley House GBSD
January 12
Evening swim in a pool at 30°C, Hydropool & shower plus area to socialise.
Hampshire
 
Plymouth GBSD
January 13
Lane swimming or just socialise with friends.
Devon
 
Bristol GBSD
January 14
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Dance Class
January 15
Learn Stroll & Partner dances, waltz or jive, clothed or naked.
Northern Ireland
 
Manchester Male GBSD
January 16
All men over 18 welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Club Naturel – Swim
January 17
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
The Big Quiz
January 17
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 17
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 17
Singles, couples & families with children welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 17
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
MNSC GBSD
January 18
Regular swim plus sauna & steam room.
Suffolk
 
South Forest Edwinstowe GBSD
January 18
Join us for a 2 hour swim.
Nottinghamshire
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
January 18
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands.
 
Ryedale GBSD
January 19
Afternoon swim.
Yorkshire
 
Nudie Dudie GBSD
January 19
Swim from 3:30 to 4:30.
South Glamorgan
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
January 19
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
Forth Naturists GBSD @ Haddington
January 19
Family friendly with 2 pools, sauna, steam room, sports hall & refreshments.
East Lothian
 
South Wales Meet & Greet
January 19
Meet for a chat, a pint or even a meal.
South Glamorgan
 
The Sunday Swim
January 19
Naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Withington Pool GBSD
January 19
Enjoy this Edwardian pool with disability access & sauna.
Manchester
 
The Potteries Swim
January 19
Adult only evening swim.
Staffordshire
 
Dover GBSD
January 19
Evening swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
Northern Ireland Open Chat
January 21
A bi-weekly Zoom discussion on local topics.
Online Zoom
 
Bristol GBSD
January 21
Enjoy an evening swim & chat.
Bristol
 
Manchester Male GBSD
January 22
All men over 18 welcome regardless of sexuality or difference.
Manchester
 
Bournemouth Legends Weekend
January 24 to 27
A three night break featuring live entertainment and daily activities.
Dorset
 
The Big Quiz
January 24
Online quiz organised to test your general knowledge.
Northern Ireland
 
WSC Chepstow Swim GBSD
January 24
Regular Friday swim with sauna and steam room.
Monmouthshire
 
Club Naturel – Swim
January 24
A swimming & social club with swims in a private pool, hot tub & sauna.
Norfolk & Suffolk
 
Watford Naturist Swimming Club GBSD
January 24
Singles, couples & families with children welcome.
Hertfordshire
 
Naked Pub Night
January 24
Join us at our virtual bar to socialise with like-minded naturists
Irish Naturist Association Online
 
North West (Worsley) GBSD
January 25
Family friendly swim with 25m pool plus two small pools, sauna and café.
Greater Manchester
 
Spectrum Swim GBSD
January 25
Saturday swim in Birmingham.
West Midlands.
 
Noah’s Ark GBSD
January 26
Afternoon swim
Surrey
 
The Sunday Swim
January 26
Naked swim, Turkish, sauna & yoga plus rings & trapeze over the pool.
Glasgow
 
Dover GBSD
January 26
Evening swim or socialise plus sauna & steam room.
Kent
 
My thanks to David Smith for putting the list together... 
Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash
British Naturism's flagship, state-of-the-art Naturist centre will reopen for the 2025 season on 4 April and booking is now open!
Stay over or visit for the day. We have camping for tents, caravans and motorhomes – and for those seeking more luxury, we offer glamping pods with real beds, bedding and pillows, carpeting and furnishings. 
You can head to the covered swimming pool, new sauna and hot tub, or chill out on the high deck of the lovely pavilion. To make your visit even easier, there’s a shared kitchen, BBQ area and utility room with washing facilities. Our volunteer wardens are onsite to assist you.
For entertainment, there are games, woodland walks, sunbathing lawns, and socialising around the campfire at night. We also offer themed weekends and events.
British Naturism: Sunfolk is a five-acre woodland site owned and operated by British Naturism. It’s five minutes from where the M1 and M25 join, just outside of St Albans. It’s perfect for seasoned Naturists and those looking to explore a clothes-free world for the first time. Everyone is welcome!
Ready to book? We’re ready to welcome you!
 
What people are saying:
... The kitchen is awesome! Really modern with 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 was completely sold on the whole experience from the moment the gate opened and we were welcomed so warmly.  She absolutely loved it and signed up to BN on the spot!  
… 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.
… I am delighted that the woodland area has been kept as it is still wonderful to walk in a very much 'back to nature' environment.  On my two visits, the wardens, MJ and Gary, were both really helpful.  
… We visited Sunfolk for the first time last weekend. We got really lucky with the weather and it helped us make the most of our time there, but regardless, we were really impressed and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
 
BN Chairman, Colin Taylor writes:
At last, after many, many months of work, seriously delayed by poor weather, British Naturism Sunfolk finally opened its doors in 2024 – and to some acclaim!
Tthe new glamping pods which even in the slightly cooler autumn days proved popular, the heaters keeping it nice and cosy in there. The Pavilion with its huge double folding south-facing windows is light and airy and even in inclement weather is a space for relaxing and eating, for conversation or playing board games. The wood burning stove in there makes it nice and toasty too. The grass on the camping lawns has developed well and will be in great condition for tents next season.
Our new hot tub has proved very popular, and we finally got the chemical management satisfactorily adjusted, to provide a clear, clean environment. The new spa layout has brought all the facilities together; the swimming pool now has direct access from the decking area with the hot tub and new sauna all on the same level, with open air showers available.
We have hosted events at Sunfolk, for example Naked Fitness weekends and themed events such as PRIDE, and provided a location for a Canadian TV crew. The site played host both to the Eastern Region for their regional meeting and to the annual in-person Executive Committee meeting at the end of October.
The redevelopment was not cheap but I’m sure that anyone who has managed a visit will confirm that the money has been well-spent. We have a fantastic, modern facility and a new approach to allowing people to try Naturism for the first time with the non-membership facility. People are finding us easily on web searches: many visitors, when asked where they had heard about us reported that they had searched Naturist camping near London and found us. We have had visitors from near and far, from local towns to international visitors, from right across the globe, including Naked Wandering’s Nick and Lins as part of their UK tour. They spent a few days with us and were impressed with the new spa facilities and the openness of the site to non-members, responding to the apparent desire for some people to not belong to a club.
We look forward to a successful and full season this year, and to welcoming back those who have already visited or welcoming you as a new attendee as a day visitor, motorhome/caravaner, camper or glamper.

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