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WelcomeWelcome to Nudefest 2024It is great to be back at Nudefest As ever there is something for everyone atNudefest; you are never too far away from the next bit of entertainment or activity!Bringing the Naturist community together at this scale is so important - it reallydoes show our strength in numbers.A big thanks to all who make it happen including our sponsors listed below. During the event, we will also be raising money for our charity partner The BHF.NEW for 2024 are our daily themes from Wednesday - we hope you enjoyedgetting creative:WED - Somerset & CiderTHUR - PiratesFRI - ABBA DABBA DO - 50 years of ABBASAT - 60 Years of British Naturism All that is left to say is that the BN Events Team wish you an incredible time atNudefest as you catch up with old friends, make new ones and most importantly - enjoy yourselves.Thanks to our Nudefest sponsors!Cypress Cove - cypresscoveresort.com BHH Naturist Resort, Fuerteventura - naturistcanaries.com Vritomartis - vritomartis.comAs with all our events the main aim is to have a great time. At all times please be mindful of others. Respect the staff, the BN team and each other. British Naturism has a zero-tolerance policy tothose not acting in the spirit of naturism. For clarity please see our Safer Spaces policy.General Photography is only permitted by official BN photographers. Photo wristbands todetermine how you appear in photos are available when you check in.
MondayArrivals DayOpening Wednesday7.30pm - The Forum LiveJoin Andrew Welch live from the big top as he toursthe site talking to organisers, activity hosts andguests about what to expect at the UK’s biggestNaturist festival.Bar & Food open from 5pmDuring set-up the events field is closedHive Fireside Spa with Jem & Team (Wed-Sat)Week -long passes are available from reception at £20Unlimited use of our saunas, hot tubs & bathsBooking sessions is not required however there may be a wait9pm - The 3 SixtiesThe 3 sixties deliver a high energy, high quality showwhich authentically recreates the sounds & style ofthe Swinging Sixties.
TuesdayThe Warm Up10am - Welcome MeetCome and meet your Nudefest team andfind out more about the week ahead.9am - Group FitnessGamesMidday - Pétanque2pm - Volleyball4pm - Molky & Kubb8pm - Piano JamThis Las Vegas style DuellingPiano show is a riot! A night ofsingling and dancing in this all-request showWEDNESDAYJoin some of the BHF team throughout the day around the Bar area. The BHF are BN'scharity of the year and we have been partnering them through our popular NakedHeart Walks & Great British Skinny Dips1pm - Safer Spaces introductionCreating a safe and positive space for all toenjoy is a key BN principle. Join the teambehind safer spaces to find out more 3pm - Bud MartinThe Last of the Somerst Beach Boys.Nudefest favourite and BN Member BudMartin sings classic hits from the decades7pm - Naked Pop InQuizitionJoin Andy & Phil for the everpopular music quiz11am - Willow CraftJoin Somerset willow crafter Maurice totry you hand at willow weaving
10am - Meet the SW regionGrab a brew and meet Andy, Garyand the SW team11am - Craft SessionJoin Tracey for our morning craft session2pm - Bud Martin - Talk'In search of Aliens' 6pm - KaraokeYour chance to become a star!11am - Cider Brandy VisitPay £10pp at Brewery - meet at 10.30 atreception for car share. (We may have abus available but won't know until theday). Sign up reqWednesday10am - Yoga1pm - Gong Bath3pm - YogaGamesMidday - Pétanque2pm - Volleyball4pm - Molky & Kubb2pm - Bubble'ologyCome along and make some really BIGbubbles with our bubble workshop.4pm - RazzomoNudefest's favourite duoBalkan folk, polka & more...Acoustic music & tea!Open from Wednesday..
8pm in Felicity Ward (Mock The Week / Live at The Apollo)Laura Lexx (Live at The Apollo / Mock The Week)Javier Jarquin (Card Ninja)hosted by The Good Ship Comedy's Ben Van Der Velde (The Comedy Store / Glee) Wednesday Headline Comedy10-12 Wed & Thur10-1 Fri & SatPlease note:Comedy club etiquette must beobserved throughout. There mustbe no talking whist the acts are onstage. Please use the bar, pub ordome venues for socialisingSILENT DISCO DOME
2pm & 7pm Nudefest CircusBig Top Mania present an incredible circusshow - roll up, roll up. (Sign up req)9.30pm - Noughty NinetiesGet you glow on for a UV party withanthems from the 90's and 00's - thisband are the best in the business!10am - Craft SessionJoin Tracey for our morning craft session12pm - Talk & ForageJoin Colin & Sadie, The Free Wilders, for atalk and a forage down near the lake(aprox 2 hours - repeats Fri and Sat - signup req)Thursday9am - Group Fitness10am - Yoga1pm - Gong Bath3pm - YogaGamesMidday - Pétanque2pm - Volleyball4pm - Molky & Kubb4pm - Old Time SailorsDrink and be merry with our band of 16sailors and shanties galore. A three-hoursing-a-long show. Not to be missed.Wine TastingAn intro to Argentina5.30 pm in the Zen TentDaily Wed to SatPre-book at receptionWith Phil from Vine Horizons11am - Bud Martin - TalkThe Up’s & Downs of Gravity!3pm - Holi Paint SkirmishPrepare to get messy and have a blast -Bags of Holi powder are available fromreception - £1 per bag8pm - KaraokeYour chance to become a star!
11am - Women In NaturismJoin Helen Berriman and TraceyMajor for a chat on WIN6.30pm - KaraokeYour chance to be a Star!3pm - Talk & ForageSee Thur listing (pre-book)12pm - Craft SessionJoin in our craft session with Tracey6.30pm - Squiffy ABBA YogaA light yoga session only with a pint andglitter! Bring a drink of your choosing andhave some fun. (No glass - plastics only)2pm - Life DrawingOur have-a-go session for any abilityhosted by Charis.7.30 pm - CNF Worship, games andquiz - A fun evening with ChristianNaturist Fellowship8.30pm - ABBA ReunionCelebrating 50 years of ABBA10pm 80's ManiaBack to back 80's hitsFriday10am - Yoga1pm - Gong Bath6.30 pm - ABBA YogaGames10am - Molky & KubbMidday - Pétanque2pm - Volleyball8.30am - Fishing CompPlease pre-register at reception 11am - Harry’s Cider Farm VisitA guided Naturist walk to Harry’s CiderFarm plus a tour and sampling. (pre-book - limited places)4pm - Edible Insects - Talk & TasteJoin BN Member Nick and find out moreabout the world of edible insectsFeel good fridayLive acoustic music in the bar...4pm - Andy Twyman4.45pm - Sorrel Nation5.30pm - Theone7.30pm - Naked Pop QuizJoin Andy & Phil for the everpopular music quiz
11am - 4pm - Garwynn's ReptilesGet hands on with snakes, bugs & spiders12pm - Photography WorkshopColin Brundle will host another greatphotography workshop – bring yourcamera 10am - Talk & ForageSee Thur listing (pre-book)11am - Why don’t all Naturists joinBN?Andrew Welch hosts a talk/workshopbased on our latest membership drivewhich aims to persuade the many non-BN member Naturists in the UK that weneed their support - and are missing outon something wonderful. 3pm - Edible Insects - Talk & TasteJoin BN Member Nick and find out moreabout the world of edible insectsSaturday9am - Group Fitness10am - Yoga1pm - Gong Bath3pm - YogaGames10am - VolleyballMidday - Pétanque4pm - Molky & Kubb5pm - Slip'n'slideOur 25m long Slip’n’slide!4pm - Fun Dog ShowPick up an entry form on the day. £1 percategory with funds to The BHF 10am - 4pm - Suffolk SteelsTake a horse and cart ride aroundThorney Lakes.11am - Willow CraftJoin Somerset willow crafter Maurice totray you hand at willow weaving12pm - Human MandalaJoin artist Aleksandra Karpowicz as weattempt to create and drone capture anenormous human mandala 2pm - The Disco CeilidhJoin in the disco hoedown as we attemptthe world’s biggest Naked Ceilidh with adifference!
9.30pm - The Pub PartyAre you ready for the bestnight in the pub ever! Getready for foot stomping andsing-a-long anthems fromLast Orders Pub PartySundayCoffee & Breakfast served all morningFrom Sunday at Midday our contract with Thorney Lakes expires. This is when we will bepacking up and the gates will no longer be manned by volunteer stewards or security.Thorney Lakes have agreed to allow Nudity on the site following the closure of Nudefestuntil Monday 10th at 10am. Thorney Lakes will also be running a bar and a quiz thatevening too. The cost per night is from £22 per pitch. Book at Thorney Lakes receptionduring Nudefest.8pm - The Drag BattleWatch Ce-Ce Monsoon and her Queensbattle it out live on stage in this fun andhilarious show
Gill MillardI am an ITEC qualified massage therapist, having trained at St Mary's University in Twickenham, and an ITEC qualifiedaromatherapist, having trained with Elemi, an FHT accredited provider. I offer a variety of massage treatments aimed atproviding relaxation within a holistic and therapeutic manner. Having studied Chinese Medicine, I am an ardent supporter of viewing the body as a whole person so that anytherapeutic work will affect both mind, body, and spirit. I am a registered member of the British Acupuncture Council. Roy MillardI am a fully qualified massage therapist, offering deep tissue, Thai, Lomi Lomi, Indian head and hot/cold stonetreatment from our home clinic in Pulborough, West Sussex, which I share with my wife, Gill Millard.As well as helping people with the usual aches and pains, I am particularly interested in giving the benefits of massageto those with long term conditions, particularly anxiety and stress-related ones.I am a registered member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists. Neil FraserI am a Member of the Institute of Classical Osteopathy, graduating in 1992. Trained by UK’s oldest osteopath, I offer helprealigning musculoskeletal strains, whether niggly recurring ones or more recent injuries. My treatments often helplower back pain, hips, the sciatic region or neck, shoulders and the upper back area. Treatments are for 45 minutes andinclude stretching, soft tissue and manipulation or craniosacral work.Our TherapistsHow to bookOur therapists have sessions each day Tuesday to SaturdayPlease head to Nudefest reception to book.All sessions last 45 mins and cost £50 per session
Useful infoReceptionOpen daily from 9am - 5pmFood / CateringOpen daily from 9amBarMon: 5pm - 11pmTues - Sat : Midday - MidnightMusic & NoiseAll amplified sound must stop at 11pm dueto licensing. Please respect your fellowcampers by keeping noise to a minimum,especially after 10pmFirst AidFirst Aid is located at the centre of thesite. As well as the dedicated first aid staffmany of the events & security team arealso trained.Fire PointsThere are fire extinguishers at every toiletpoint, generator, marquee and around thesite.DogsDogs are welcomeKeep your dog on a lead and undercontrol with a responsible adult holdingthe lead, at all times, in both event andcamping areas of the site. Always pick upyour dog’s mess. Dogs are not allowed into venues. Some people are afraid of dogs: pleaserespect this and be aware that noteveryone loves your dog as much as youdo! We reserve the right to ask you andyour dog to leave if not managed correctlyor is a nuisance to other guestsClothes off - from arrivalShop / BN Merch StoreOpen daily 12pm - 2pm next to receptionSecurityOur external security are on call 24/7 andwill provide overnight security around thesite.Disability & AssistancePlease make reception aware of anyassistance you would require in the eventof fire or mass evacuation – we will markyour pitch up accordingly in case ofemergency.In addition, inform us of any furtherassistance you may require to enhanceyour event experience.Off-site NaturismIt is a requirement of our terms andconditions that Naked walking /cyclingrollerblading (or other!) from the site,unless in an organised group, is notpermitted. Please respect the requests ofour neighbours by doing this. Please donot hike or walk naked within 10 miles ofThorney Lakes.
WToiletsYou will find 'real' toilets at the fixed toilet blocks plus over 20 portable toilets acrossthe site. We also have festival urinals on the events field.Volunteering at NudefestThere are several volunteering opportunities at Nudefest. Some are one-off jobs,others are simple 2h or 4h shift. Volunteering is a great way to get to meet new peopleand get involved. Volunteering opportunities include:• General steward – setting up venues, tidying up• Gate steward / car-parking• Games master – can you assist running petanque, volleyball, molky or kubb?• Running the BN ShopThis year volunteering is being co-ordinated by the reception team pick your role.ShowersAs well as the two fixed toiletblocks there are two showertrailers.Shop - Community StoreThere is a local community store inKingsbury Episcopi. Open Mon-Sat8.30am-6pm / Sun 9am-12pmPost Office Mon-Sat 8.30am-3.00pm /Sun 9am-12pmWristbandsWe appreciate they can be a bit of a pain to wear but it is really important that youwear your wristband at all times. Not only do the wristbands show our photographersyour permissions but they also show our stewards and security that you are permittedto be on site.WiFiPart of the site has limited WiFi - with 500 people on site there is no guarantee you willget service anywhere. There is no WiFi in either Rally Field or the Events FieldWet Weather PlanIf the weather is inclement then please checkthe boards in reception for cancellations & venuechanges. Due to the number of sessions not allslots can have an alternative indoor venue.
Thank YouNudefest is a great celebration of Naturism and wouldn't happenwithout many people going above & beyond to make it happen.Thanks to the BN team, staff, EC and directors for their full support.A massive thanks to all volunteers who dedicate their time to makingNudefest memorable each year. A huge thanks to our acts, artists and suppliers - we are proud tosupport the arts and the events industry. Finally, thanks to Sally,Charlotte and the team from Thorney Lakes plus Tim, Jimmer andthe bar team too for all their hard work.See you in 2025 - Mark Walsh - BN Events Manager