In 2009, Nik spent some time as an extra for Ridley Scott's film Robin Hood, which was shot close to the Thunder Rider's ranch. Nik's stint was curtailed by the spectre of pneumonia brought on by countless hours on the beaches of South Wales waiting for Russell Crowe to return from lunch. These photos show Nik in costume preparing for his role, alongside the Clanranald Trust for Scotland (Combat International) Fighting Team.
Five brand new recordings by the Nik Turner Band have been uploaded to Nik's MySpace site - Hot Barbeque, Mellow Saxophone, Nickio, Shake Everything and Skankin. The tracks feature Nik, Paul, Gaz and Meurig, and were recorded by Jon Turner at Back Bedroom Studio in Cardigan.