Applying to be a member
Founded in 1935, Broadland Sun Association is a long-standing family-friendly naturist club. With over 250 members, we are a diverse and friendly group who share a common interest. Although our members are primarily couples, we do have a small number of single members.
We welcome application for new couple and family membership from genuine naturists – we are a members’ club with the basic principle being the practice and promotion of naturism as a way of life. All applicants will require a sponsor and a seconder who are both current members of the club.
Our membership admin team (who are members of the Club’s management Committee) oversee the application process.
All applications go before the Committee for a final decision. It should not be assumed, however, that membership will be given automatically – your conduct, involvement and interaction with the Club during the application process (details below) will be a major factor in determining whether your application is successful. Membership of the club is by invitation only
Important update for 2026
Having reached our single member quota, BSA will not be accepting single membership applications in 2026. Due to the extended waiting period involved and for reasons of GDPR, we do not currently have a waiting list for single membership.
Membership benefits
Members have use of all club facilities and get access to social events throughout the season, as well as unlimited day visits and member camping rates. Some members go on to apply for one of our member plots (for an additional fee) via the site waiting list.
Cost of membership for 2026 season is £224 per member.
Membership process
If you are thinking about applying for membership, we need some time to get to know each other to decide whether joining the club is the right decision for both parties. The Committee of the club have a duty to ensure that the safety and well-being of our members and visitors are protected and to maintain our naturist ethos– please understand that we make careful checks before we issue membership to ensure prospective members are able to fit into our club successfully.
1. Membership expectation
Applicants should be aware that we are a naturist members’ club that is run by volunteers. Therefore, we expect all members to be naked at all times (when the weather permits) and to contribute in some way to the club’s upkeep and running eg taking part in work weekends, helping to organise events, volunteering etc.
2. Getting to know us
You will need to spend some time with us to get a feel for the Club.
Applicants must make a minimum of three separate naturist visits (which must include at least two longer stays of two nights or more) during the open season before you will be eligible to submit a membership application.
Your application must be made in the same year as these visits.
3. Getting to know you
If you are planning to make a membership application, please contact the membership secretary to inform us when you will be making your visits.
We can then arrange for committee members to meet with you so that we can get to know you a bit better and discuss our expectations of members and how you will contribute to the club.
4. Making an application
a. If you feel ready to make an application after completing the required visits, and meeting with committee members, you should request an application form from the membership secretary.
b. As part of your application, you will be required to sign a statement of compliance agreeing to uphold our Club values and rules.
c. Membership applications will be considered by the Committee in open season, from 1st March to 31st October annually. The last applications in the open season will be considered at the September Committee meeting.
d. With effect from January 2026 onwards, we require each new member to complete a basic DBS check (online £21.50 per person)
e. Please note that for membership applications from March 2026 onwards, we normally define the term ‘couple’ as those who are in a close personal relationship and are married, in a civil partnership or co-habit at the same address.
5. Probationary period
There is a probationary 12-month period following a successful application. The probationary period can be extended if required at the discretion of the Committee. You will only be granted full membership upon successful completion of the probationary period and the Committee reserve the right to withdraw the offer of membership at any point during this period.
6. Application outcome
You will be informed of the outcome of your application by the membership secretary.
Please remember that admittance to the club membership is at the discretion of the Committee.
Each application is dealt with on an individual basis – there may be occasion where membership is refused. Under these circumstances the Committee’s decision is final and no discussion will be entered in to.
7. Contact
A full membership pack and further information can be obtained from the Club’s membership admin. Contact us on membership@broadlandsun.co.uk
