We Made the News (And Took Our Clothes Off Doing It!) – The Bournemouth Writing Festival’s Naked Writing Workshop Goes National
It’s not every day a writing festival makes BBC Breakfast, the Sunday Express, and gets a shoutout on BBC1’s Have I Got News For You — but that’s exactly what happened when we announced our Naked Writing Workshop with British Naturism.
Yes, it’s real.Yes, it’s happening soon. And yes, it’s part of the Bournemouth Writing Festival — not Bournemouth Library as HIGNFY or the Bournemouth Echo thought.
A Festival That Dares to Be Different
At the Bournemouth Writing Festival, we believe writing should be bold, freeing, and inclusive — and that’s exactly what inspired our collaboration with British Naturism. The Naked Writing Workshop, taking place on Wednesday 23rd April, invites participants to explore body positivity, creativity, and self-expression in a clothing-optional setting.
Led by poet Jon Seagrave, this joyful, respectful event has sparked national conversation — and we couldn’t be more thrilled.
As Seen On…
📺 BBC Breakfast – shining a spotlight on body confidence and creative freedom
🗞️ Sunday Express (Page 3!) – giving us the full-page treatment
😂 BBC1’s Have I Got News For You – who gave us the cheeky round-up we never knew we needed
📻 On BBC Radio Solent and on Bournemouth One radio
📰 As well as in the Bournemouth Echo
While Springbourne Library is kindly hosting the event, the Naked Writing Workshop is proudly organised by us — the Bournemouth Writing Festival — in partnership with British Naturism as part of our mission to bring fun, fearless, and fresh ideas to the writing world.
So if you’re Googling “naked writing Bournemouth” or wondering where to find more info — you’re in the right place!
Tickets are £10 and can be booked here.
The Festival Is Just Getting Started
This year’s Bournemouth Writing Festival runs from 25th–27th April 2025, with 100 events across town — from bestselling author panels to hands-on workshops and networking.
Whether you’re a poet, novelist, screenwriter, or just curious to try, this is the place to explore your creativity and connect with a vibrant community of writers.
And yes, clothes are optional at just one of those events.
➡️ See the full line-up and book your tickets here:🌐 www.bournemouthwritingfestival.co.uk
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