We are a group of friendly male naturists

What is the age range?

Our youngest recently has been 19 and the oldest 85. There is what statisticians call a ‘normal distribution curve’ which peaks around 50 and tails off towards the ends, but we have noticed (since linking with the naked yoga classes at Brewer Street Yoga) we have found younger guys are joining us, skewing the curve a bit to the younger end.

Where are your socials held?

Our founders do most of the hosting at their homes. One of our founders has a town house between Archway and Crouch End (technically Highgate N6) and the other founders are a couple with a 2-bed flat near Hanger Lane tube (Ealing). Others host occasional events in Streatham Hill, Archway, Berrylands, Park Royal and Wimbledon, and we are open to others hosting as we expand. The Book Group meets at Kennington. Often small groups meet up and go together to Sunfolk (near St Albans, Herts) and the Naturist Foundation (near Swanley, Kent).

How many are at your socials?

Generally, about 50 at the Highgate venue (we let a few more in when the summer allows people to spread into the garden) and around 30 at the Ealing venue.  For games nights at Highgate, it varies between 12 and 25.  For Quiz nights there the maximum is 18.  For smaller events at Ealing it is 12-15. 

What is the ethnic mix?

Very wide!  We have people from all over the world and in particular all parts of Europe and the Mediterranean.  It is a good representation of London’s mixed heritage.  If there is a slight under-representation of people from Afro-Caribbean countries, and that perhaps reflects a cultural tradition against being clothes free and other than straight in some parts. 

What orientation are your people?

We do not ask and do not mind.  We are open to all guys who identify as he/him or assigned male at birth (if non-binary or asexual).  We know there are some straight, married guys but we understand many are bi or gay.  In many ways this reflects the fact that many naturist establishments try for gender balance and are hetero-normative (when we know the world is far more complex than that). As our events are not sexual in any way but a place for guys to meet and bond socially when free of clothes, what we can say is we are ‘homosocial’.

Do you have trans people?

We know of a few who have expressed interest but to date we have not had any trans men attend. Given our definition, we would welcome any trans men who would care to join us. 

What is your policy on touch?

The simple answer is ‘Don’t’ – the events are non-sexual so inappropriate touching is unwelcome and can be seen as harassment. Of course, people who are friends and welcoming people may well greet with a hug. It is a matter of understanding and consent – that can be as simple as a ‘shall we hug?’ gesture.  If not wanted, then it is a simple gesture to decline.  If you see someone you like at an event and want to take it up to go further, we suggest you take them home or make a date. 

Want if I get an erection?

A very common question – we can cope if it is involuntary and they soon go down. It has been said that “man was made with a brain and a penis but only enough blood to run one at a time”.  Get the brain engaged in conversation and the other issue tends to go away.  We are aware that the first time one attends the novelty can be ‘stimulating’, but there is a general view it takes no more than about 15 minutes to get used to it and it begins to feel quite normal.  It is an option for complete beginners or bedroom nudists to opt for the various ways to be introduced gently with the founders and helpers to help you get over the excitement (or fear – or a combination of both) in a smaller gathering – they will be understanding if it happens.

How do I chat to others outside parties?

After the founders / organisers have met and briefed people that the community we have is about meeting up clothes free and other things like sharing homes or workspace, a newbie can be added to our WhatsApp community where there are sub groups for accommodation, events, networking to meet up or share lifts to places. There is a general area to which all are admitted when new and they can then find relevant subgroups from there.  If you want to speak to someone and you did not get their details at an event, we will NOT pass on a contact, but we will pass the details of the enquirer to the person of interest and leave them to contact if they wish.  That is standard anti-stalking procedure.  People get bored with empty chatter and will leave, defeating the object, so we do encourage keeping it text only or an illustration about an event or room to let and no photos or images that are unsafe for work or on public transport.

How do I get on the Invitation list?

We like to know that you understand our events and community are naturist and not sexual (there is often confusion on the outside world that being naked is sexy) and how we keep and purge data.  See the “Joining: our ethos” page on this site.  Read what is there and if you agree message us and say you agree.  There is a ‘model’ message there to copy and paste.  We email invitations about 10 days before a main event with a Google form to fill in to register your interest and availability.  Those within capacity will be given a place a few days later (latest the Wednesday before an event).  Any more than capacity will be notified they are on a waitlist.  For smaller (bookable) events there is an events area on the WhatsApp community and a similar booking form. Once established in the WhatsApp community you are free to message friends you have made (or put out a call) for something as simple as a take-away and a film / or streaming episode you want to share with likeminded guys, but clothes free.