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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Walk a mile in my shoes. A late afternoon hike, forest visitors gone for the day. There is hush, but not silence, as another nut shell drops to the floor from high above signalling the onset of autumn. #trees #treeclub #woodland #forest #wales #hike #nature

It is nearing the end of September. Autumn is knocking on the door.
A late afternoon hike through the narrow avenue of trees is interspersed with the rays of the lowering sun in the west.
The descending mud path is scattered with leaves and nut shells, which crunch under foot.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Blinking in the morning sun. Harking back to a fabulous time in Kos. My naked walks at the break of day; alone but happy. #naturism #monochromemonday #naturist #kos #beach #tropicalbeach #mensmentalhealth #freedom

The monochrome picture shows myself, cast in shadow, facing the early morning sun on a stretch known as Tropical Beach. To my left, in the distance, is the small shack where sunbeds and parasols could be rented and cold drinks readily available. Beyond the shack are the rugged,arid hillside of Kos.
To my right a small Aegean island on the horizon. Stunning.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The Aegean. People are in bed or eating their breakfast. Me? I am out before the crowds; enjoying nature my way. #beach #nature #freedom #greece

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Tropical Beach, Kardamena, Kos. Quiet naturist area. Owner not there today,so parasols (in picture) & loungers locked down.Beautiful views across to adjacent islands.Only one other guy and a couple present. All very friendly #naturist #naturism #kos #freedom #mensmentalhealth #nonsexualnudity

The author sits naked and alone on the sandy base of a dune, looking across the Aegean to beautiful neighbouring islands.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

A return trip to my favourite beach, set amongst the sand dunes of Kenfig Nature Reserve. The inspiration for my novel ‘ Skerrid Mawr ‘. It didn’t disappoint. #monochomemonday #nature #naturism #freedom #mensmentalhealth #wales #nonsexual

I stand naked, except for a cap and plimsoles, facing the sun with my back to the camera.
Either side of the narrow pathway that leads to the strandline, rests the wispy marram grass. It stands tall, yet devoid of any verdant hue in the continual heat.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Lakeland. Birds, Trees, Lilypond, Boathouse. National Trust Nature at its best. #wales #trees #birds #lake #summer #bluesky

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

A summers day Parkrun. Where better than Richmond Park, one of HenryVIII’s many green spaces- except they are scorched right now! Deer resting in the shade and more cyclists out than the Tour De France. Reasons to be cheerful. #parkrun #5k #londonparks #running #nature #fun

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Lake Swimming & Clothing Optional 😊 A warm morning and a choice of cool lakes. Uncrowded, safe and respectful. Perfect. Summertime…and the living is easy ❤️ #monochromemonday #wildswim #swim #naturism #freedomofchoice #lake #trees #sublime

The frame composes two pictures, both of a lake open for clothing optional swimming.
Above, the smallest lake complete with several single slatted benches around its perimeter. A backdrop of trees and, to the right , a family geese settled on the grass bank.
Below, a larger lake, more popular for textile swimmers and body boarders.
The two lakes are divided by a small strip of grass, cushioned by large swathes of lush reeds.
Summertime…and the living is easy.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Happened upon this amazing tree, one that I have passed by many times. However, last night, the evening sunlight changed its whole perspective compared to that of the morning, throwing leaf shadows upon its bark and upon my body. #forest #naturism #wales #freedom #iphone #hike

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Warm Wales in mid July. It is the evening of the day… The paths are bone dry yet the forest still brings a freshness, one that I can both inhale and feel upon my bare skin. It doesn’t get much better than this. #thicktrunktuesday #forest #hike #nature #wales #freedom #mindfulness #naturism

A dry brown path wends its way through the tall, thin pine trees of a Welsh forest. It has been another hot day yet the forest brings a freshness to my lungs and my skin, like nothing else can.
Mid picture, the sun sits behind a pine tree, as it makes its final descent of the day.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

The hazy,lazy days of summer. Sat upon a cliff bench,we enjoy views of the Bristol Channel under the early evening sun. A patriotic flag is kept aloft by the warm summer breeze,whilst the tall hay bends under its power.Time stands still. #wales #unedited #coast #eveningsun #summerbreeze #iphone

The hazy,lazy days of summer.
Sat on a coastal cliff bench,we enjoy the views of the Bristol Channel under the early evening sun.
A patriotic flag is kept aloft by the warm summer breeze, whilst the tall hay bends under its power.
Time stands still.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

The joy of birdsong in this very hot weather 🌞 #wales #woodlands #forestfriday Tell me what you think this chirpy blackbird is saying.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

It’s too darn hot 🥵 🔥 No walkies for my Saluki today, and he knows it. Wales in Red Weather Warning Zone today. As The Stereophonics might sing ‘Maybe Tomorrow’- if it’s cooler. #wales #dog #forest #walkies #keepsafe #hydrate

My tan coloured Saluki is depressed. No walkies due to the intense heat in Wales today.
As The Stereophonics might sing
‘ Maybe Tomorrow’

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Foxgloves,Ferns & Freedom. Friday evening forest foray turns out to be clothes free. Car park totally empty. Opportunity taken. Just me,my dog & my thoughts on Solstice weekend. So very energising. #forestfriday #woodlands #mindfulness #trees #nature #photography #iphone #hiking #landscape #naked

Humid conditions in the forest have accelerated the growth of ferns-as seen in the foreground, with tall purple foxgloves behind extending their way right down an avenue of tall pine trees.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Do you ever visit the forest in the summer when it’s raining? It’s very rewarding. The smell of petrichor on the stones, the rain on your skin and the birds still singing loudly. Magnificent #forestfriday #woodlands #mindfulness #trees #nature #photography #iphone #hiking #landscape

A brown, stoney forest path cuts its way through bushy trees and ferns.
In the foreground lay several large boulders , dry until a few minutes ago.
The rain on its hot surface produces that unique smell of petrichor.
I breath it all in.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

#forestfriday #forest #woods #nature #hike #wales #woodland #monochrome #treeclub #iphone #eyeinthesky Evening sunshine splits through the forest trees, appearing like the iris of a human eye.

Evening sunshine splits through the forest trees, appearing like the iris of a human eye.Monochrome picture taken by iphone.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Tis the season for clothing optional outdoor swimming. A totally immersive naturist experience in managed lakes where most opt to swim naked. Safe,peaceful & friendly. No issues,total respect. #monochromemonday #naturism #wildswimming #nonsexualnudity

I sit, with my naked back to the camera, on the edge of a lake where clothing optional swimming is allowed.
Surrounded by nature, it provides the most perfect and safe environment to enjoy a swim, without wearing a costume.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Me, the gnomon in a sundial, standing atop of Twmbarlwm, Wales. The time: 7am Over 1300 feet above sea level. Alone. It’s a wonderful world up here;Time stands still. #wales #forest #mountain #nudeart #nonsexualnudity #naturism #naturist #hike #mensmentalhealth #welshhills

I stand naked upon Twmbarlwm, Wales, over 1300 feet above sea level.
The site of an ancient hill fort, where only the base stones show through.
It is 7am and I am alone, standing like a gnomon in a sundial, looking into the sun to my east.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Mindfulness #Monochromemonday Above ground,there sits a benign lake,easy and still. However,below ground level, the Angidy River powers it’s way down to Tintern and into the River Wye at considerable speed. Why is the sound of rushing water so very calming? A hidden gem #water #mensmentalhealth

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

#Mindfulness #monmouthshire #summer #wales #border #lake #forest #birdsong #naturism A beautiful Summer Weekend near the banks of the River Wye. The hordes are trying to find car parking spaces whilst I am here, enjoying tranquility. Don’t do what everyone else does, find your own space.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

#Monochromemonday Hiking naked through my favourite forest at 6am on Saturday. I saw no-one. No-one at all. The prevalent broom bush festooning my path with the brightest of yellow petals. Such treats are to be enjoyed to the full. #naked #hiking #freedom #nature #naturism #wales #mensmentalhealth

I stand naked, in awe of nature.
Broom bushes ,to my right, boast bright yellow petals.They prevail along the dry mud paths.
Above, I am surrounded by the pine trees of the forest, extracting carbon from the air, allowing my lungs to breathe clean fresh air.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

The River Kenfig in South Wales. I took this picture just 2 years ago. Reports today suggest it has been decimated with pollution☹️ The river feeds the Kenfig Nature Reserve and crosses Sker Beach.It’s an important site for wildlife and also a popular site for many naturists. Is nowhere safe anymore?

The author is seen kneeling in the River Kenfig ( Afon Cynffyg in Welsh language) less than 2 years ago. It looks clear and clean. Reports today on local media state suggest it has been decimated by pollution and is unsafe. ☹️

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

British Bluebells in abundance. Early morning. Enjoying the sunshine.Keeping off the main forest tracks for privacy. Wonderful. Truly wonderful. #naturism #forest #nakedhiking #wales #outdoor #april #bluebells #mensmentalhealth #nowinnaturism #britishnaturism #nonsexual

With the sun on my back, I stand, propped against a mature tree, in amongst a carpet of bluebells. Bothered by no-one.
Alone and happy.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

#nowinnaturism #britishnaturism #naturism #strengthandconditioning #garden #outdoor #outdooryoga #nakedyoga #nonsexual Took a few minutes out of my day to do my daily stretching exercises. Combine this with being naked and outdoors in the sun and my energy levels feel totally refreshed.

Took a few minutes out of my day to do my daily stretching exercises.
Combine this with being naked and outdoors in the sun and my energy levels feel totally refreshed.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

March Monochrome Monday The Palm House at Kew Gardens on a grey Spring morning. The time to bloom is soon. #monochrome #monochromemonday #reflections

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Visage: We ‘Fade Away From Grey’ very soon,as Spring now approaches. A wonderful winter walk and the sun creating a lovely silvery sheen to this shot. ( ‘Fade to Grey’ was written locally. It just seemed to fit 🤗) #trees #forest #forestwalk #woodlandwednesday #treeclub #iphone #iphone12

A woodland pathway, the sun low in the sky, shining through a bare tree that will soon bud again.
Saplings either side create a silvery avenue.
The winter will soon disappear and the picture will be full of colour soon.
So, the visage will soon ‘Fade Away from Grey’.
The song ‘ Fade to Grey ‘ was composed very close to this South Wales location.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

From naturism to storytelling, Nick Davieson writes about self-acceptance and belonging. His work reminds us that vulnerability and setting are inseparable in good fiction. A refreshing read for writers who believe stories should feel lived in: buff.ly/N2NXiqb @skerridmawr.bsky.social

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From South Wales to Skerrid Mawr: The Late-Blooming Journey of Author Nick Davieson

Discover how debut author Nick Davieson turned personal liberation and Welsh roots into Skerrid Mawr, a standout indie success story in 2025.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

The Glamorgan Heritage Coast at Llantwit Major. Blue lias cliffs, of the Jurassic Period, stand tall against the unrelenting tides of the Bristol Channel on a fine day. #monochromemonday #wales #coastline #mensmentalhealth #naturalbeauty #jurassic

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

The stillness of a Winters Day. Vivid green moss covers the sprawling branches of a long fallen tree, yet it makes me feel alive. #forestfriday #wales #forest #woods #mensmentalhealth

A man holds the bare branch of a fallen tree, and is seen contemplating it’s beauty.
The other branches, that sprawl across the brown carpet of leaves, are covered in vivid green moss on a Welsh Winters Day

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Monochrome Monday. Winter on my favourite beach. Sat naked upon the bow of The Altmart; the floundering steelworks my only company. #nudeart #nudeartphotography #wales #beach #iphone #selfie #monochromemonday

A naked man sits naked upon the rotten wooden bow of a small vessel known as The Altmart.
It is Winter.
He sits alone, apart from the company of a floundering steelworks in the distance to his right.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

As the sun sets in the west, the withering leaves of a sapling birch sparkle like orange gems against an azure sky. #wales #forestfriday #treescape #scape #canon1100D #forest #sunset

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

The delights of a Welsh forest ❤️ Late afternoon sunshine streams through the conifers on a clear, fresh autumn day. I stand alone, enjoying the splendid isolation, before heading back to civilisation. #forestfriday #trees #treescape #scape #wales #forest #mensmentalhealth

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Enjoying the last of the lowering sun upon my back on a fresh forest afternoon. Beautiful light and splendid isolation. #nudeart #forest #wales #naked #iphone #selfie Non Sexual Nudity

A naked man , enjoying the sunshine upon his back, just before sunset in a glorious wooded area full of pine trees. A moment of splendid isolation and contemplation.

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WriteStats @writestats.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Every author’s story begins differently. For Nick Davieson, it began 40 years after watching his mother type plays at night. At 62, he wrote Skerrid Mawr, a debut that explores nature, liberation, and late-life creativity. Read his WriteStats interview → buff.ly/N2NXiqb @skerridmawr.bsky.social

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From South Wales to Skerrid Mawr: The Late-Blooming Journey of Author Nick Davieson

Discover how debut author Nick Davieson turned personal liberation and Welsh roots into Skerrid Mawr, a standout indie success story in 2025.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

#booksky Naturism in Novels: ‘Skerrid Mawr’ My debut novel is available on Amazon right now.Set on the Welsh Coast, 52y.o.Tam seeks solace in Naturism to escape the problems in her life,of which there are many! #naked #naturism #bodyimage #liberation #femalefreedom

We see the front cover of Skerrid Mawr, held in the hands of the author.
It features a wooden carving, known as The Keeper of the Dunes, which has influence upon our protagonist, Tam. In the background is a set of steps, similar to those used at a Racecourse. Both are important to the intriguing story of escape from domestic suppression.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

The Altmart at Kenfig Dunes. Always a focal point of the vast beach. Naturism doesn’t need sunshine with this backdrop. Non Sexual Nudity #nudeartphoto #selfie #iphone12 #skerridmawr #kenfig #wales

This monochrome picture shows a naked man lying on his side, curved in parallel to the remaining wooden struts of a wrecked vessel.
They both rest upon the vast sands of Sker beach, Kenfig in South Wales.
Part of the huge dunes system feature in the background, all under a dark grey sky.
The author of the post states that sunshine isn’t needed to enjoy naturism in such a special venue.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Hi all Can anyone let me know who originally posted this lovely picture please.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Monochrome Monday: Standing in praise of the last vestiges of summer sun in Wales. A sporadic broom grows in the middle of a sporadic field within a giant forest. The perfect spot to gives thanks to the wonders of nature. #naturist #wales #forest #mensmentalhealth

With his back to the sun, this naked man enjoys the last vestiges of a wonderful Welsh summer.
Arms raised, seemingly standing within a Broom Bush, he is elevated, like his emotions.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Sunny Monochrome Monday in South East Wales for Mellors ☀️ No neighbours home= Time for naked gardening🧑‍🌾 #naturism #nakedgardening #mensmentalhealth #wales #ladychatterlyslover #booksky #indieauthor #skerridmawr

In South East Wales it is a sunny Monday morning. With no neighbours home the opportunity exists to undertake gardening tasks “clothes free”. The picture shows a naked man stood next to a water butt, holding an upside down spade to cover his modesty whilst his hoe rests against the house.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Naturism in Novels: ‘Skerrid Mawr’ My debut novel is available on Amazon right now. Set on the Welsh Coast, 52y.o.Tam seeks solace in Naturism in a bid to escape the problems in her life,of which there are many! #booksky #suspense #naturism #indieauthor #romance NON SEXUAL NUDITY

A two layered picture shows the book cover to Skerrid Mawr, a fictional novel set on the South Wales coast in Wales, by indie author Nick Davieson.
The lower picture shows a naked picture of Nick amongst the driftwood, where the inspiration to write the story eminated from.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

🎶Summertime…and the living is easy🎶 My naked ramble always provides photo opportunities for my old iphone. Barely anyone around,just how we like it 😊 You could even hear the quiet out there. NON SEXUAL NUDITY #selfie #iphone #forest #wales #mindfulness #mensmentalhealth #saluki #artnudephotography

A three picture collage. The top image is in landscape mode and features the sun kissed contours of male nude laying on his side. He is facing away from the camera and into the distance toward dense coniferous woodland.
We see his fingers splayed across the back of his blue sun cap, as his arm supports his head.
Below features two black and white portrait pictures of the same man.
On the left, he sits up, still wearing his blue sun cap, with his back to the camera, looking further into the distance, toward even denser woodland to our right.
The morning sun beams down from the top right hand corner of the shot.
The right handside photo has a similar outlook, but now includes his handsome Saluki dog, sat faithfully by his side having enjoyed his morning walkies.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Clothing Optional Swim. Visited my favourite lake venue again today, for a naked swim. Myself and one other guy were joined by four ladies, two naked and two in costumes. No issues, just safe,respectful & enjoyable for all of us. #lovinglife #respect #wildswim #nakedswim NON SEXUAL NUDITY

The photo is of four separate pictures, taken on the edge of an lake where the swimming rules clearly state ‘ Clothing Optional ‘
It shows two pictures of myself sat on the edge of the lake, one where I am stood in the lake itself and one walking around the lake.
I was joined by one other naked man, two naked women and two women in swimming costumes. There were no issues. Everyone was happy to accept each other as we chose to be.

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Nick Davieson @skerridmawr.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

The evening sun lowers its light through the magnificent fir trees of the forest. I am lucky to be blessed with their company. #mindfulness #nakedhike #wales #forest NON SEXUAL NUDITY

A naturist stands in a forest encircled by magnificent fir trees, all illuminated by the evening sun

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