Below is a list of just some of the other LGBT+ groups and networks known to be running in the South West. If you would like to suggest additions to the list or you spot anything that is no longer operating, please contact us so we can keep as up to date as possible.
SOMERSET2BU
Information, advice and resources for young people, living in Somerset who may be LGBT+ or questioning, their parents and for teachers. As well as this, 2BU runs a youth group for 13 - 18 year olds which meets each week on a Wednesday in Taunton, an 18-25 year old group and other meetings across the county of Somerset. 2bu-somerset.co.uk | T: 07799 136552 Taunton Gay Group (TGG) Community Discussion Facebook Group In addition to the TGG main open Facebook page, this is a separate private group for sharing conversation and information in the local area with others. Please request to join at this link Let's Get Beverages Together - LGBT+ Social in Yeovil A friendly, informal LGBT+ gathering in Yeovil from 7pm every 3rd Tuesday of the month. Part of Yeovil Diversity Project. Details at the website and LGBT Yeovil Facebook Page Somerset Lesbian Network (SLN) Lesbian network and peer support. Events/meet ups run in Taunton and Somerset. somersetlesbiannetwork.com | email [email protected] Glastonbury LGBTQ+ A group aimed at uniting the LGBTQ network of Glastonbury and Somerset, to connect the community and share information and local events. They have a safe space on facebook where you can join here. LGBTQ Community Frome Bringing together LGBTQ people of all ages, who live in and around Frome, to create space for new connections. Look out for monthly social events. Visit the LGBTQ Community From Facebook Page TAUNTON PRIDE - SATURDAY 22 JULY 2023! INFO | BUY TICKETS | VOLUNTEER Watchet Pride Watchet Pride is a community group which was set up in 2019 to stand up in support of LGBT+ people following a homophobic attack on two women. Since then they have organised some great family friendly events such as a hotel pride day, beach parties and music festivals in the West Somerset coastal town. Watchet Pride Facebook Page Yeovil Pride Pride festival created in August 2019 with a well supported first event and subsequent drop in events being advertised. Yeovil Pride Website | Facebook | Twitter North Somerset
Proud Bar | Weston-Super-Mare
Dedicated LGBT+ venue just 'over the border' in North Somerset! Proud Bar is a small, vibrant bar open Wednesday-Sunday with a variety of special events and entertainment. Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram North Somerset LGBT+ Forum Charity formed to support members of the LGBT+ community, to include their friends and families within North Somerset. Click to view flyer for 50+ Mens Group Click to view flyer for Trans+Group Web: www.nslgbtforum.com Email: [email protected] Weston Super Mare Pride Annual pride festival and associated events throughout the year. www.wsmpride.com CORNWALLYAY
Youth group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Questioning young people up to the age of 25 who live, work or who are visiting, at school or college in Cornwall. www.lgbtqyouthcornwall.co.uk Out in the Open A great gay run campsite set in beautiful countryside near Falmouth and Helston, to get away from it all and enjoy a gay friendly social environment. www.outintheopen.co.uk Cornwall Pride Annual county pride event and associated events in support throughout the year. cornwallpride.org |
DORSETWeymouth Gay Group
A very active group with weekly pub meets and other ad-hoc events run by friendly guys in the seaside town. They provide a great source of information on networks and events across Dorset weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com | Facebook | Twitter Space Youth Project Long running group supporting Dorset's youth who are or may be Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or anything in between including groups across Dorset. Working to empower all young people to have high self-esteem and confidence, to give young people the support and tools to grow and stand tall. www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk Bourne Free (Bournemouth's Pride) Annual festival and associated supporting events. bournefree.co.uk DEVONLGBT Number3
Gay Naturist Homestay and Gay Mens Social Group based in Tiverton. www.number3.co.uk | Facebook North Devon Lesbians A group for for local Lesbians from North Devon and surrounding areas in the SW of any age to chat, meet up and socialise. Regular meet ups in Barnstaple. For news and events join the North Devon Lesbians Facebook page. WOW - Women on Wednesdays Twice-monthly social meets in Exeter and additional events during the year. www.wowexeter.org | Facebook Devon Pride Events Annual pride festivals and supporting events across the year. Bideford: Bideford Diversity & Pride Facebook Exeter: exeterpride.co.uk Exmouth: exmouthpride.co.uk Plymouth: prideinplymouth.org.uk Totnes: totnespride.co.uk BRISTOL/AVONOut Bristol
A comprehensive site about all things LGBT+ in the Bristol area including community groups, venues, festivals, events and issues. www.outbristol.co.uk LGBT Bristol Bristol has many networks and groups in the city as well as a number of gay venues. This site contains listing of various events and projects to get involved in: lgbtbristol.org.uk Gay West - Bath/Bristol A social and support group for LGBT+ community 'Rainbow Cafe' meets in Bath every Saturday morning 10.30-12.30am at St. Michaels Day Centre, BA1 1SG. Plus regular events held in Bristol including LGBT+ social evening at the Old Market Tavern on the second Wednesday of each month. gaywest.org.uk | Twitter Gay and Bisexual Men's Peer Support Group - Bristol Facilitated free weekly sessions for men who identify as gay or bisexual and are over 50. Held every Wednesday 6-8pm at Oasis-talk, 10 Orchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5EH. Book by contacting [email protected] | T. 07932370456 Bristol Pride Major pride festival in the city and supporting events. bristolpride.co.uk OTHERWOOFY - Social group for Bears, Cubs and Chasers
Group based in Plymouth but looking to increase membership across the South West to bring the bear community together. Request to join the Facebook group here OutdoorLads If you like getting out and about, walking, hiking, camping, expeditions and so on, this could be for you. Joining something with others who enjoy the same is a great way of meeting friends and keeping fit. OutdoorLads is a friendly group of gay, bisexual and trans men who get together to enjoy adventures and activities. www.outdoorlads.com Gay Outdoor Club The Gay Outdoor Club operates throughout Great Britain and provides a wide range of outdoor and indoor sports and recreational activities for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender men and women. It includes groups and events listings across the South West. www.goc.org.uk Gay Caravan & Motorhome Club (GCMC) Membership group bringing together people with likeminded interests in camping who just happen to be from the LGBT community. Informal, relaxed and social meets around the country. www.thegcmc.co.uk Intercom Trust - Directory For more listings of LGBT+ group and organisations in the South West try the Intercom Trust Directory pages |