My first Naked Heart Walk during the early evening of 6th Sept 25 was a perfect way to visit the stunning College Lake Nature Reserve, near Tring in Hertfordshire. College Lake, once a chalk quarry, is now one of the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust's flagship nature reserves, supporting more than 1,000 different wildlife species. Providing three different walking routes the longest ‘Wild Trail’ is a two-mile self-guided walk around the edge of the lake. Although you could easily choose to

Sunday 14 Dec 2025: "The Gate" Bricket Wood, Station Road, AL2 3PW (nr St.Albans) Doors Open from 6pm. Sit down for 7.30pm. Closes 11pm £40 BN members. £43 non-BN members. Sales Close: Sunday 7 Dec 23:59 It's a naturist event so most people will be naked, but partners can be clothing-optoinal so they join us. Please arrive and depart clothed. Full details of the meal options and how to book, can be found here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/nakedticketstore/1796517

As a result of connections made through BN there was an interfaith naturist mediation day held at Springwood Sun Club (nr Colchester) in August 25. Possibly the first of its kind anywhere in the world. This included practioners from the Buddhist, Shaman, Humanist Quaker, Pantheist and Christian traditions who each led a session. You’ll be interested to know there is a twice weekly naturist meditation group led by Katherine and Andrew, called “Natural Wellbeing Meditations Group”. Booking is via

College Lake is one of the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust's flagship nature reserves. This thriving nature reserve supports more than 1,000 different wildlife species.  The venue is ideal for a Naked Heart Walk as it is a circular self-guided walk on a gentle footpath with way markers. There is a shop, ample parking and toilets. These walks are clothing optional and you are welcome to complete the walk by yourself or join with others. There are three walks to choose from: “Time Trail”: 1

Looking East - Eastern Region The peaceful landscapes of East Anglia offer not only scenic countryside and historic charm but also a growing number of opportunities for Naturists to embrace the outdoors freely.  Whether you're strolling along the wide-open beaches of Norfolk, relaxing in a naturist venue, or attending a naked swim in Suffolk, the area has something to offer every Naturist.  With a growing network of volunteers and opportunities, it’s a wonderful part of the country to reconnect

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Ladies Only Clothing Optional Swim — an evening created especially for women to feel free, confident, and empowered in their own skin. You can choose to swim in a costume, go topless, or skinny dip — it's entirely up to you. There is absolutely no pressure, just the opportunity to enjoy the water in a way that feels right for you. With an all-female team both lifeguarding and running the coffee shop, you'll be in safe and supportive hands throughout the event.

Not too late to book... it's happening this evening (5th July) and the weather is looking good. Wow, that was good. Let's do it again. So we have. Eastern Region has enjoyed naturist visits at the Lido since 2019 and are pleased to announce that we have booked Peterborough Lido again for a naturist swim in 2025. This venue is a wonderful example of a 1930s Lido with three heated pools. We have the pool from 18:30 until 20:30. The price remains as last year, £12 for BN members and £14 for others

Active Waters Wild Swimming is inviting you to a naturist wild swim between 5pm-7pm on: Mon 2nd June,   Mon 7th July,  Mon 4th August,  Mon 1st September Location: Active Waters Wild Swimming, Lake Ashmore, Gore Tree Road, Hemingford Grey, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 9BP Lake Ashmore is a stunning man-made lake which offers treated water to ensure a beautifully clean swim. The lake is approximately 1 mile in diameter with a designated swim course of 800 meters. This event is bespoke an

Every month there is a Regional Newsletter listing all the naturist opportunites taking place. If you're not on the mailing list then you need to sign-up. These newsletters are quite long as they are so informative, so a one-page version is produced to go on club notice boards to reach a wider audience than just BN members and so that club members can join in BN events. These also act as a useful archive.  If you are not on the mailing list and not sure how to sign up, or if you have an eve

Cut off date for bookings is 24 Nov: so get in quick before the deadline or it is sold out. British Naturism is split up into regions for convenience, but people who live in one region are welcome to attend events that take place in another region. The Eastern Region Christmas Meal will take place at "The Gate", Bricket Wood (nr St Albans) during the evening of Sunday 1st December. This will be a great opportunity to meet your fellow naturists for a festive meal. Booking via BN is mand

Did you know that there are eight naturist swims in Eastern Region alone; and if you live near another Region then there are more there too that might be within easy travelling distance. Eastern Region has swims in or near: Didcot : Colchester x 2 : Bury St.Edmunds : Northampton : Watford : Norwich : Leicester The way to find them is via the BN website then filter down: Places to Go > UK > ER (Eatern Region) > Swims. What happens at a naturst swim? The monthly Mid-Anglia

Club Naturel is hosting a Ladies-Only, Clothes-Optional swim from 8 pm - 10 pm on 1st Friday of the Month. We use a private-hire pool near Attleborough, which also has a hot tub and sauna. The cost is £7 per person, payable on the day. There are 20 places available and there is some parking at the pool or nearby.  For more info email to our club secretary, Mandy, using the email secretary@clubnaturel.org.uk Website:  www.clubnaturel.org.uk

Norton (Fishing) Lakes are located a few miles outside Bury St.Edmunds. It is a private venue and the owner has opened it up to naturists who want to enjoy the great outdoor. There is a small entrance fee and toilets on site. For more information and how to book, look on the BN Calander page: https://www.bn.org.uk/events/event/8667-norton-lakes-naturist-weekend/  

What a wonderful evening on 15th June for our first of three Lido swims in the Eastern Region. Yes, it rained for a while but we got to see a beautiful rainbow - and it was wetter in the water. The Peterborough Lido has classic 1930's architecture worth a visit in its own right. But it wasn't just about the swimming, there was the social aspect too, having a chat at the onsite cafe. There are two more events still to come: one at Letchworth (near Watford) and the other back at Peterborough Lido.

Corton Beach is just north of Lowesoft on the Suffolk Coast. Join with other naturists for an informal get together. Sandy beach with free parking, cafe with toilets and dogs are allowed too. For more information with a photo, directions on where to park and what to bring; see the calander page.  

Plans are taking shape for 2024 activities in Eastern Region. A popular naturist club near Colchester (www.SpringwoodSunClub.co.uk) will be opening their gates for the BN Eastern Region Spring Conference in April. One of the topics for the day will be how to arrange a new naturist group event, starting with the basics like identifying a suitable venue. Other topics will cover naturist events already a long way into the planning phase but not yet advertised, and there will be a summary our regula

We look forward to welcoming you to our Spring regional meeting which will be held at 11:00 on Sunday 14th April 2024, at Springwood Sun Club near Colchester in Essex, home turf for our new Regional Organiser Nigel Newman. The club will be serving us a buffet lunch for £10, payable on the day and afterwards you can explore this wonderful club. If you plan to attend, please email Cath on easternsecretary@bn.org.uk or message CathBromley on the forum by 7th April so that we can give the club

Take part in The Great British Skinny Dip on Saturday 16th July. Here is the shop link for tickets and more information; https://shop.bn.org.uk/collections/local-naturist-events/products/july-16-letchworth-outdoor-pool Take a friend or family with you, its a great way to introduce them to naturism. Andy

Hi everyone. Tickets are now on sale for the naked Garden Visit. Please arrive at the car park from 5:30pm. The reason is that the Gardens will close to the public, shortly before 5:30pm. Here is more information and the link to book your tickets; See you there. Thankyou Andy

Hi All Our Eastern Newsletter will be delayed until a one-off publish date of Wednesday 8th June.  The reason for this is staff Holiday from Head Office coinciding with the regular publishing date of the first Wednesday in every month.  Thank you. Andy Gilmour.

For anyone attending The Lido this Saturday 28th May. The Poolside Cafe will be closed on this occasion. You are invited to take your own food into the Lido area, where there are several picnic tables available.

Tickets are now on sale for Fullers Mill Gardens on Saturday 18th June from 5,30 pm until 8pm. These beautiful gardens are run by the charity; perennial.org, and are home to many rare species from around the world., so much so; Fullers Mill garden is classified as a botanic garden. The hosts are friendly. There is a small shop to buy plants and shrubs. Coffee and Tea is also on sale with a delicious array of home made cakes.  There is a covered area with chairs and tables to relax

Hi Everyone This is an independant event running from Thursday 2nd June until Sunday 5th June at Norton Fishing lakes near Stowmarket in Suffolk. It is not a BN event, but there has been interest already. The owner Stuart is a naturist and keen to have an event to encourage naturism. They are offering Beauty Therapy including waxing,  walks around the lakes, archery, clay pigeon shooting, wild camping, a platinum jubilee tea party in honour of the Queen. Lots to do. They are

There are still tickets available to join in the Great British Skinny Dip.  It's an Art deco venue with an Olympic size  heated, main pool and 2 other pools. There is hot food available and hot drinks frrom the poolside Cafe. If your doing gardening that weekend of Saturday 28th May. Here is a thought; Why take your Garden waste to the tip, when you can join in the Great British Skinny Dip.  We look forward to seeing you there. Enjoy your trip to the skinny dip.  

Be part of;   The Great British Skinny Dip.   Are you going to Peterborough Lido on Saturday 28th May?   Let us know if  someone is coming with you, too. Its a great way to introduce a friend or family to naturism. Here is is some information about the swim; Below is the Shop link for t