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Women's Bristol Naked Swim on Wednesday 15th May 2024

With the aim of increased inclusivity and participation of underrepresented groups, Bristol Naked Swim will be offering a women's only swim that also welcomes trans and non-binary people on Wednesday 15th May 2024 from 9pm to 10pm. The cost of the swim will be £7, payable in cash at the door.
Bristol Naked Swim are an established naturist swim group that meets every Wednesday evening at Jubilee swimming pool in South Bristol.
A new member Collette Brydon is running these sessions as she cares deeply about inviting more people into nudist spaces safely and comfortably.
Collette has often found herself to be the only woman in naturist spaces and wondered how it would be possible for more women and underrepresented groups to join her. She hopes that these new swim sessions will give more people the opportunity to enjoy the liberating experience of swimming naked, whatever their body type.
Female lifeguards will be on duty. Don’t worry if you are not a great swimmer; there is usually as much chatting in the pool at a naturist swim as there is swimming.
Conversations about safety are welcomed in advance and these will also take place when signing people in.
If you have any questions, please contact us at: southwestrep@bn.org.uk.

Cardiff's Naked Dine Cruise, aboard the Seren-Y-Bae

UPDATE: Tickets are selling very well, there are currently only 13 tickets left. Book now to ensure you get a space on the boat!
Join us for a 3 hour naked cruise on the all weather boat, as we set sail from Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay at 1900hrs.  We will meet at 1845hrs. We will make our way round Cardiff Bay taking in the evening views before gently cruising along either The River Taff or The River Ely before returning back at 2200hrs
The price includes an excellent buffet, music and a dance floor, for those who want to dance the night away. Buffet is included in the price. Please contact linda.ashmore@bn.org.uk with any dietary questions
The boat also provides a bar (card only) and toilet facilities.
Tickets can be purchased here!

NESD | Northumberland | 29 September 2024

Not a BN event but many members take part in what’s probably the largest UK skinny dip and definitely a worthy, charitable cause.
Video link to why 29th Sep this year
Note from the organiser on her Facebook page: 
*IMPORTANT - NESD2024 – POSTPONED*
Druridge Bay has been experiencing much higher tides over recent years. Higher perhaps than ever before. Last week during an exceptionally high spring tide I took a trip up to see for myself. Many of the dunes had been washed away and even some of the fields were being threatened by the tides. It was indeed remarkable.
A similarly high tide height is predicted for 22nd September making a mass dip both impractical and entirely unsafe. After consulting the experts on the matter I have taken the difficult decision of POSTPONING NESD2024 UNTIL SUNDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER.
I feel sad that we can no longer dip on the Autumn Equinox as planned but Mother Nature calls the shots. And we must adjust accordingly. My decision has been fully endorsed by water safety experts, Northumberland County Council and Tyneside and Northumberland Mind.
The tide will remain high for the entire month of September and we may need to modify some aspects of the event in 2024. Rest assured that retaining the unique atmosphere is paramount and we will do everything we can to bring all the ingredients of NESD that you know and love. I promise to keep you all updated and press on with registration at the earliest opportunity. Although there will undoubtedly be some delays.  Please do bear with me.
My sincere apologies. This specific set of environmental factors were beyond my control and could not have been foreseen.
Thank you all ways for your understanding and support of our wonderful event 🙏🏼
Jax x
#NESD2024 
#SUNDAY29THSEPTEMBER #REGISTRATIONTOFOLLOW
 

Dive naked into 2024 in SANER!

Why not dive into 2024 with a naked swim?

 
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 SANER has tons of places 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿(NE)
🏊‍♂️ Pools & skinny dips 🏊‍♂️
🏊‍♂️ BN and independent  🏊‍♂️
📆 Weekly, Monthly & Ad-hoc 📆
🤝 Come join us!  🤝
🏊‍♂️ Have fun getting fit naked 💪
Aberdeen
sunnybroom@hotmail.com
Edinburgh
www.forthnaturists.co.uk/swim-details
Findhorn
(BN Calendar)
Glasgow
www.thesundayswim.org
Newcastle
www.nudeswims.co.uk
Northumberland
(FB Strip & Dippers)

SANER Events Listing Board

Want to know where to find out more about:-
Weekly & Monthly Swims & Skinny Dips
Noody Dook
Highland Walking Weekend
Alnwick Garden Visit
Stirling Town Jail naked lock-in & meal
Edinburgh WNBR
Forth River Boat Trip
Bo'ness Motor Museum Visit
Farne Islands Boat Trip
SOC Sports Weekend
Jupiter Artland Garden Visit
GBSD FIndhorn
 
With so many naturist events in the SANER region, it can be easy to miss activities that you would otherwise love to go to.  
To solve this problem we have created the new SANER Events Listing Board, now available to members (log in required)

Members often tell us that the main reason they join is to find opportunities and be part of a vibrant community, so the SANER Events Listing Board is just one more reason to join BN today!

Getting Ready for the Warmer Weather

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 regular activities like naturist swims and walks, as well as updates from some of the many naturist clubs based in our area. This is one of the benefits of being a member of BN, you discover there is far more going on than you might think. If you are already a BN member living in Eastern Region then be sure to reserve your place at our spring get-together - see previous entry for details of how to book. .

Day Visit to Steep Holm - 9th July

Fancy a day visit to the island of Steep Holm on the 9 July? Steep Holm is a small island in the Bristol Channel and lies offshore from Cardiff and Weston-Super-Mare and although relatively close to areas of high population and a busy shipping channel, Steep Holm is isolated and has a fascinating history and lots of natural splendour. Access is via small boat and ribs are leaving Cardiff at 07:30 and Weston Super Mare at 08:30. Due to tidal movement it’s a full day on the island and the Ribs will be returning at approximately 20:00. Full details are in the Regional Diary

Members Rally at Lower Poulza Post in Cornwall from 8th to 15th May 2024

Jacki and her team are holding another rally in the spring based on the great success they had last year. Being held at Lower Poulza Farm near Bude in Cornwall starting in the afternoon of Wednesday 8th May and finishing on Wednesday 15th May 2024. Lower Poulza is a beautiful unspoilt site with plenty of space to walk around and with lots of fantastic local walks and the scenic Atlantic coast to explore and of course nearby there is Tintagel, Boscastle, Widmouth Bay, Crackington Haven, Bude, Bideford, the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan and lots more… Come along and meet friends both old and new and Jacki says “the urn will be on in the Club House all day on arrival day and every afternoon at 5pm for tea, coffee, biscuits and a chat about what you have discovered during your day in the area. There will be a fish & chip supper, welly wanging, cream tea and boules match and a campfire evening” Lower Poulza has great facilities and Jacki reminds me that if you wish to attend you will need to send her a booking form and deposit. If you require further information or the booking form, please email southwestrep@bn.org.uk.

Eastern Region Spring Regional Meeting 2024

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 numbers for lunch.
Reports and other documents will be attached to the event on the BN calendar (link below)
Who should come? The meeting is open to any BN member within Eastern Region (ER1 or ER2 on your membership card) and every BN member club in the Region. Members of BN clubs who are not also individual members are welcome too but can only exercise the single club vote (if there is any voting required).
Why come? You might have ideas about how we should operate, or for new events: come and talk. You might like to find out more about BN: come and ask. You might want to help out in some way: come and talk. You might represent a club and want to ask other clubs how they get round some problem: come and ask them. You might want to see what a naturist club looks like: come and find out. You might just want a pleasant day out: you'll find that too. And: we want to see you too!
Further details on the event calendar 
 
 

Court Farm Lakes near Lydney

Court Farm Lakes offer swimming sessions and events, open water swim coaching, SUP, yoga and fitness on their beautifully maintained 4 acre site, situated just off the A48 in Woolaston, Gloucestershire.
Their onsite Cafe is a warm and cosy place to relax and chat.
During the summer months they offer social evenings with live music and food.
But why am I telling you this?
It is because they hold daily Clothes Optional swims!
Please have a look at their website and book yourself a place.
Update 5th April 2024:
I visited Court Farm Lakes today to meet with one of the team who runs it and managed a lovely skinny dip. I can confirm the surroundings and views are lovely and the food in the Cafe is great. I would recommend this site for a great Clothes Optional swim.
Don't forget that they are also holding a Great British Skinny Dip in aid of the British Heart Foundation on Friday 10th May 2024 from 5pm to 9pm. More details can be found here!
Update 28th June 2024:
Court Farm Lakes is holding another Skinny Dip evening on Friday 5th July.
More details can be found here!

Plymouth Sun Club Monthly swim

Plymouth Sun Club holds monthly Monday swims in Plympton Pool on the outskirts of Plymouth.  Until now the club as met twice a month, but because of rising costs and lower than expected attendance last year, the 2024 schedule has been reduced to once a month, see calendar details here https://www.bn.org.uk/events/event/8244-plymouth-sun-club/ 
Your support for the club will be appreciated, this is one of the few swims where no advance booking is required, just turn up, bring some ID and £7 cash for visitors and spend an enjoyable hour swimming or socialising before perhaps continuing those friendships in the nearby pub afterwards.
 

Early Christmas lunch at the Mill Arms, Dunbridge - Tickets now on sale!

🎄Tickets are now available for LASER's Early Christmas Lunch at The Mill Arms, Dunbridge, Romsey. 🎄
You’ll be able to choose from a two or three course menu ahead of the event, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available. From £26. There are full meat, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available. You will be asked on booking for your menu choices so take a look at the attached file to help you choose. Set menu - BN Lunch - 25 November23.docx
We will have exclusive use of the function room at the pub. This is a fully self-contained area with its own bar and toilets which means that it will be possible to be naked throughout the event. Car parking is available behind the pub, but it is only two minutes’ walk from Dunbridge & Mottisfont Station, so why not leave the car at home and enjoy a few drinks!
We will have the skittles alley set up for you to enjoy a game or two....
See the events calendar for details and booking: 
 

September Evening Visit to Houghton Lodge Gardens

I'm delighted to announce the opportunity for a third visit of the year to Hougton Lodge Gardens on 12th September. Sophie, Stephanie and the team are keen to welcome BN and non-member naturists to enjoy an evening visit to the gardens.
Details are in the LASER calendar but as this is not a BN-organised event there is no need to book tickets in advance, pay at the gate. To see the gardens online visit their website.
The tea room at Houghton Lodge will remain open throughout the evening. 
Please feel free to contact @coltay by DM or email colin.taylor@bn.org.uk 

Petersfield Pool Bank Holiday Weekend Skinny Dip

We are back at the lovely outdoor pool at Petersfield on the Sunday of the Late Summer Bank Holiday for another Great British Skinny Dip. 27th August from 6.30-8.30pm. Our last event here was a fantastic evening and this time we've added a BBQ with burgers on sale at £5. We can't guarantee the glorious sunshine we had last time, it is after all a UK bank Holiday weekend but you are sure of a great evening!
Details are on the LASER calendar and tickets are on sale through the BN shop here.
Whether you’re a seasoned skinny dipper or a nudie-newbie, we invite you to experience the freedom of swimming without trunks and bikinis this bank holiday weekend.
The recently refurbished heated pool at Petersfield (Hampshire) has a café, is adjacent to a large public car park, and only a short walk from the train station. 
We sold out last time with 80 tickets sold, many in the last week so don't delay, book your tickets today! We look forward to welcoming you there.
 
Prices:
BN Member (swim only) £9 BN Member (swim plus £2 BHF donation) £11 Non-BN Member (swim only) £12 No-BN Member (swim plus £2 BHF donation) £14

Save the date - Early Christmas lunch at the Mill Arms

I'm sorry to mention the Christmas word in July but we know how busy diaries fill up as we zoom towards the festive season!
We are holding a Early Christmas lunch at the Mill Arms, Dunbridge on Saturday 25th November, 1pm-5pm. Menus and therefore cost are still being worked on and more news on this and booking details will follow. Please mark the day in your diaries to avoid booking up other activities and missing out on another fabulous gathering.
Now get on and enjoy the rest of the summer! 😎

LASER Members Meeting: 13 May 2023

There's still time to register to attend the online members meeting on 13 May 2023! Your opportunity to see what's been happening and what is planned for the future within London and the South East and influence plans for the future. The structure of the Regional Team has changed following the restructuring of all regional teams. We have a new Deputy Regional Organiser appointed to assist Viv Rimmer, our Regional Organiser and a number of Local Contacts  and other volunteer posts in place. This is a much more informal meeting than the previous AGM style. Its your opportunity to make suggestions on events and activities we could plan for and even an opportunity to volunteer yourself to help the team and support members in the region.
Come along, we'd love to see you there (and we have planned for IT issues encountered last meeting!).
To register your interest contact, the Admin Officer, Nigel Newman: nigel.newman@bn.org.uk

Events in the Southwest Region in 2023

The following events are taking place in the Southwest Region during 2023. More events will be added, so please visit this page again or check the Southwest Regional calendar.
Thursday 20th to 27th April 2023 – SW Rally at Lower Poulza Post campsite, Cornwall - calendar entry updated
Sunday 14th May 2023 - SW Regional Meeting at Cam Bridge Barn
Monday 15th May 2023 2pm to 5pm – Painswick Rococo Gardens visit  - tickets now on sale!!!
Saturday 20th May 2023 – Naked Heart Walk at Powderham Castle, near Exeter - tickets now on sale!!!
Sunday 28th May 2023 – Beach Day at Studland Naturist Beach
Saturday 17th June 2023 – GBSD & Beach Day at Ringstead Bay
Saturday 24th June 2023 – GBSD & Beach Day at Ringstead Bay
Saturday 1st July 2023 – GBSD & Beach Day at Ringstead Bay
Monday 3rd July to Sunday 9th July 2023 – Nudefest at Thorney Lake in Somerset
Friday 7th July 2023 – GBSD & Beach Day at Ringstead Bay
Saturday 15th July 2023 - Naked Heart Walk at Fonthill, Wiltshire - postponed due to weather warnings for high winds!!!
Sunday 23rd July 2023 - NW Region Naked Heart Walk & Great British Skinny Dip at Bishampton - tickets now on sale!!!
Saturday 19th August 2023 – Beach Day at Ringstead Bay
Monday 18th September 2023 – Painswick Rococo Gardens visit - CANCELLED
Saturday 2nd September 2023 - Naked Heart Walk at Fonthill, Wiltshire - Revised Date after 15th July event was postponed. Tickets now on sale!!
Are you signed up for the Monthly Southwest Newsletter? It is the best way to keep up to date with events. You can sign-up here.

Venues for NHW/GBSD Events - 2025

A Quest to find more North West venues – will you join us in 2025?
We are currently searching for more venues where we can perform more Naked Heart Walks, also venues that could possibly accommodate us for our fabulous campaign, ‘The Great British Skinny Dip’ – we achieved over 600 listings during 2024 nationwide, but with your help we can do much better during 2025 and beyond, raising more funds for our charity partner BHF and expand the list of Naturist friendly venues in the process.
I believe that some members of British Naturism have actually terminated their membership in the past because of the lack of venues in their vicinity, so we are busy attempting to change this - and with your help, this can be achieved. The GBSD venues don’t have to be Olympic size pools with gyms etc, we would probably enjoy more success if we looked at small to medium size venues that boasts a pool and maybe a sauna or steam room - affordability is an important element.
If you are aware of any local venues that could be ideal for a 90 minute or a 2 hour pool hire for a GBSD event or alternatively a venue such as large gardens or stately homes that could possibly be approached for Naked Heart Walks, please let me know - if you would like someone else to make an approach, then 'Team North West' would readily make contact. If you would like to join 'Team North West' in a volunteering role, please feel free to email me.
ron.ohare@bn.org.uk       
North West News Online

More Tea Vicar?

This year’s Christian Naturist Fellowship (CNF) weekend had something for everyone, from “Jenga” to “Nunc dimittis”. From 6.30pm on Friday until 3.30pm on Sunday, over the long weekend of 5-7th August at the Naturist Foundation in Kent, there was a mix of activities from silent meditation to exuberant worship. The opening message was in the form of a video recording from CNF Leadership Team member, Bob, all the way from Fuerteventura.
We were impressed by the numbers who attended (44) and the distances they had travelled. There were delegates from England, Wales, Scotland and Germany. Between the more formal teaching sessions, there was lots of time for fellowship either at the BBQ, meal, games, in the swimming pool or at the bar.
Music was an integral part of the weekend with singing, drums, keyboard and guitar. Many people appreciated the subtle background worship as people entered and left the marquee that gave the venue a spiritual aura. The very existence of the CNF has been a revelation to some who have discovered CNF quite recently.
Photo shows the Leadership Team present (with permission of the people in it and the Naturist Foundation).

LASER AGM – What Happened

The London and South East Region Annual General Meeting was held on Sat 14th May via Zoom.
This was the first meeting since 2019 as previous face-to-face meetings had been cancelled due to COVID. The online option for this year proved to be very popular with over 50 people registering.
All AGMs are a bit formal as there is a vote to elect a new Committee. Viv Rimmer was elected as Chair and her position as Regional Representative to the Executive Committee was ratified. Nigel Newman was elected as Secretary and Colin Ratcliff was elected as Treasurer. An introduction was given to David Bellis as Beach Officer and steps are in hand to appoint a Newsletter editor.
Invites were emailed to all the clubs in the region to attend. Two written reports were received, which were read out by the Secretary; one from Mill Bank Sun Club and the other from the Christian Naturist Fellowship.
Following formal business, we stayed on online for a cordial chat and discussed options on how to move forward.
The next meeting has been arranged for Sat 3rd Sept at 3pm which, on this occasion, will also be Zoom – see the LASER Calendar to register. This will be an interesting meeting with a catch up on what’s been happening and an invite to a presentation on how to arrange your own Naturist Event so that we can enjoy even more sessions in the our region.
Nigel. LASER Secretary

GBSD LETCHWORTH LIDO

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

FULLERS MILL GARDEN UPDATE

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

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