BN’s inaugeral Naturist Convention (NatConv) will take place at Ilam Hall (DE6 2AZ for those with sat navs).  Ilam Hall is a spectacular early 18^th Century National Trust mansion in a magnificent setting in the Peak District in Derbyshire.  . It can take a maximum of 118 guests and has plenty of room for the workshops, presentations, training and “how-to” sessions and break-out groups that will be the focus of the weekend. There will be social events and some activities outside the “classroom” items too. A full timetable will be published nearer the time.

The hostel has a full restaurant and bar. We will have exclusive use and nudity will be permitted anywhere in the building, anytime. Unfortunately, as the grounds are owned by the National Trust and open to the public, guests must be dressed outside the building. The event will begin on Friday evening and run until early Sunday afternoon.

NatConv is the first British Naturism National Convention – a conference and training weekend for everyone in the community – clubs and swims, regions and individual members. It will replace the existing annual clubs and regions meetings. We hope that people will see it as something “different” they can do with their interest in naturism and come away having learned something and – we hope – be inspired to get more involved in BN’s work.  It’s a chance for us to impart information and give updates and advice, hear feedback etc. and for delegates to share and network. We’ve got a lot of experience of running workshops and presentations, as guests at the bigger events will know – and they are always popular. We’re taking it to the next logical stage, and adding more practical sessions to broaden the number of members equipped to help make a difference to naturism in the UK. It will also be lots of fun and a great chance to mix with like-minded people in a fantastic location.

How much does it cost?

The cost is £75 per person for the weekend – that’s two nights accommodation and all meals. At this stage we’re not taking bookings for just one night, nor day visits, but that become possible later. Being a youth hostel, the accommodation is in shared rooms with between 4 and 8 beds – though many have en-suite facilities. We’ll do our best to put you in a room of your choice, but it will be largely first-come, first-served. Dietary requirements can be catered for – please mention this when booking.  It is not possible to pay for accommodation only – the rate we have agreed is significantly less than individuals would be charged because of the catering arrangements.

How do I book?

Tickets are available from the BN office – details in the directory. You can also book online at www.bn.org.uk/shop. The event is for BN members only, though non-members representing a club can attend, but must provide confirmation of that appointment. As with most of our events, we’ve set a deadline for bookings to ensure that it’s viable – please make sure you reserve your place before the 24^th February 2012.

Friday 27th April 2012 all day