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What is Naturism

Picture the scene: it’s a Sunday afternoon, I’m sprawled on the sofa with nothing on but a smile and a mug of tea, and I thought – what better time to write a proper, no-filter chat about naturism? If you’re here, you’re probably at least a little curious about ditching the clothes in good company, so let’s have a relaxed ramble about what it’s actually like – especially from a bloke’s point of view.If you’re imagining crusty old hippies playing volleyball, let me stop you right there. Modern British naturism is having a proper glow-up, and a whole load of regular lads like us are leading the charge.So kick your shoes off (and everything else, if you fancy) and let’s talk about what naturism really is, who’s getting involved these days, and why so many British guys are suddenly realising life’s better in the buff.

First off… what even IS naturism?

In plain English: it’s choosing to go without clothes in places where it’s safe, legal, and everyone’s on the same page. It’s completely non-sexual, fiercely body-positive, and all about feeling the sun and the breeze on every bit of you.We’re talking beaches, gardens, clubs, spas, woodland walks, naked 5K runs, even the occasional chartered steam train (British Naturism really does that every year). The big difference between just being naked at home and proper naturism is the “social” part – hanging out with other people who also think clothes are overrated on a warm day.The rules are simple: respect yourself, respect everyone else, respect the environment. No gawking, no sneaky photos, no nonsense. Just humans being humans, minus the fabric.

Who gets to do it? (Short answer: you do)

Anybody with a body is welcome. Young, old, ripped, dad-bod, hairy, smooth, tattooed, disabled, gay, straight – doesn’t matter. But since this is Nude Dudes, let’s talk about the fellas.Lads, if you’ve ever sucked your belly in at the pool, worried about tan lines, or wondered if anyone else has one that points slightly left when it’s cold… naturism sorts all that out in about ten minutes flat. You rock up, drop the shorts, look around, and realise every single bloke there is just as “normal” as you. Beer guts, farmer tans, knobbly knees, the lot. And nobody gives a toss because they’re too busy enjoying themselves.My first proper naturist beach day was Brighton a few years ago. I was convinced I’d be the only one with love handles. Ten steps onto the shingle and I’d clocked every body type under the sun: rugby builds, skinny lads, grandads with more wrinkles than a pug, fellas missing limbs, proper bodybuilders – the full set. Everyone just reading the paper, playing frisbee, or necking a cold one. Most liberating day of my life.

Some properly cheering UK naturism stats

  • British Naturism now has over 11,000 members and is growing faster than ever.
  • Roughly 65–70 % of those members are men – so you’ll never be the lone ranger.
  • The biggest surge in new members? Blokes aged 25–44. That’s us, finally telling body shame to do one.
  • Over 4 million Brits have tried social nudity at least once (YouGov). That’s basically the population of Scotland and Wales combined, starkers.
  • More than 140 official beaches, clubs, and swim sessions nationwide – Studland, Morfa Dyffryn, Brighton, Cleat’s Shore, you name it.
  • Naked spa days for solo guys are absolutely booming – one big venue reported a 40 % jump in lone male bookings in 2024.

British men are getting naked in record numbers, and we’re bloody loving it.

Why do so many lads get hooked once they try it?

  1. No hiding
    No Spanx, no baggy T-shirts, no “does my bum look big in this?” You’re just you, and that turns out to be enough.
  2. Instant equality
    When everyone’s in the nuddy, the usual bollocks disappears. You’re chatting to a plumber, a lawyer, and a lorry driver over a barbecue and you’ve literally got nothing between you.
  3. The feeling is next-level
    Sea, sun, or just a gentle breeze on bits that never normally see daylight? Nothing beats it.
  4. Confidence skyrockets
    After you’ve seen 200 willies of every imaginable size and shape and nobody’s batting an eyelid, you stop worrying about your own. Simple as that.
  5. It’s surprisingly normal
    You’ll meet accountants who’ve been coming for decades, groups of rugby lads on tour, even the odd premiership footballer (we keep names quiet – naturist code). It’s just British blokes being sensible when the weather’s decent.

Quick starter tips for any guy thinking of dipping a toe (or anything else) in

  • Start somewhere easy: a naturist spa day (Clover Spa in Manchester, Natura in Kent, or Lagoon in South Wales are dead welcoming).
  • Bring a towel to sit on – basic manners.
  • Sunglasses help if you’re shy about eye contact at first.
  • You don’t have to chat to anyone. Just strip, lie back, and enjoy.
  • If nerves (or temperature) cause things to… react, just towel over or hop in the pool. Happens to everyone early on; nobody cares.

Final nudge from one nude dude to another

Naturism isn’t about showing off or making a point. It’s about feeling completely at ease in your own skin, making proper mates, and having a laugh without layers getting in the way.If someone had told younger me that I’d end up spending half my summers playing naked cricket and drinking pints in beer gardens with a load of other bare-arsed blokes, I’d have thought they were mad.But here we are, and I’ve never felt more comfortable being me.So if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like, just try it once. Worst case, you have a nice day out with no tan lines. Best case, you unlock a whole new level of freedom.Drop a comment or shoot me a message if you’ve got questions – always happy to chat, clothed or otherwise!Until next time, stay sunny side up, lads.