Naturists are already making the most of Nudefest 2019 (Picture: Apex)

Sometimes all you need in life is the bare necessities.

Today hundreds of naturists headed to Thorney Lakes Caravan and Camping Park in Somerset for an action packed Nudefest 2019.

Over the next week, attendees can take part in craft sessions, yoga lessons, fishing contests, clay pigeon shooting, long distance runs or silent discos – all while in the buff.

Just an hour’s drive from Bristol, the site consists of two camping areas and a main hub where the majority of activities take place.


This afternoon revellers were photographed soaking up the sun and moving around on space hoppers while completely starkers.

No clothes are allowed for the week-long festival (Picture: Apex)

Revellers can enjoy a series of activities (Picture: Apex)

Many of them soaked up the sun (Picture: Apex)

The event aims to create a community spirit (Picture: Apex)

Organised by British Naturism and sponsored by Bare Necessities Travel, the festival aims to create a friendly village-like atmosphere to ‘encourage the community spirit and help people relax and make friends’.



The main marquee houses a well-stocked bar selling locally produced ales, cider and lager, while another marquee provides food.

There is believed to be around 500 people in attendance, with most of them more than happy to pose for the camera during the festival’s opening today.

Now in its 12th year, the event will also play host to live bands, performers, ‘show and tell’ sessions and workshops during its run.

They’ve been literally jumping for joy (Picture: Apex)

Naturists can buy day tickets or stay for the full week (Picture: Apex)

Other activities include clay pigeon shooting and a silent disco (Picture: Apex)

A variety of food and drink is sold at the festival (Picture: Apex)

They’ve been making the most of the good weather (Picture: Apex)

Attendees can stay in tents on the campsite (Picture: Apex)

Sports equipment will also be available to use, as will a range of board games.

Tickets start at around £24 a night for British Naturism members, while under 18s go free, if accompanied by a paying adult.

Nudefest 2019 runs from July 9th until July 15.

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