OUT BRISTOL GUIDE 2021 by OUT BRISTOL

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“The definitive destination for the LGBT+ communities in the dual city region of the West of England.”

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Welcome to Out Bristol an independent community magazine and website for the LGBT+ communities of the West of England. Established in 2008 as an independent free access website and guide that joins up the dots to create a hub linking to further support and information. The website and guide quickly turned into a magazine with the same aims as the website as a hub, showcasing what’s on in the region for LGBT+ people. This developed to linking with the tourism board to showcase the great things happening in the city region. The site is now the LGBT+ tourism site for the region, with links to information on where to stay, attractions, festivals and the LGBT+ Scene. We have an open source policy for the site, magazine and social media which means all outbristol

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content comes directly from the source as they have sent it #nofilter. Our communities are diverse and editing content to one single voice when we are many voices does not allow for free expression. Out Bristol has over 80 contributors via its social media, website and magazine and we welcome people to contribute to the website and magazine as the more voices the better. Out Bristol is your virutal community centre, home of your Out Bristol Magazine. We’re a hub hosting a space to plug your events, social groups and news and we’re 100% independent and non for profit. We’re whatever you want us to be. We would like to thank you for visiting us and supporting Out Bristol. WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

OUT BRISTOL CONTENTS

Get Active

LGBT+ Ethnicity Listings

Support Groups

LGBT+ Scene

Food & Drink

Social Groups

LGBT+ Nightlife

Pride Season

All the support organisations, social groups, events and all things LGBT+.

From Online & phone helplines to advise or face to face support its all listed here

From activity & social groups to meet ups get the info here

All the support organisations, social groups, events for LGBT+ Ethnicty communities.

LGBT+ Club nights and events

The guide to Bristol’s Gay Villages in the West End & Old Market Quarter

The guide to Bristol’s LGBT+ Friendly venues to eat and drink.

The season guide to main pride events

Published by: Editor: Leighton de Burca Creative & Design: Placemaking Bristol CIC Contributors: Advertising: leighton@placemakingbristol.co.uk While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of content offered within this publication, Out Bristol & Placemaking Bristol CIC shall have no liability for errors, omissions or inaccuracies in the content contained herein or for interpretations thereof. This publication could include inaccuracies or out-dated content and is subject to change at anytime without notice. ©Placemaking Bristol CIC 2017. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,recording, or otherwise, without the prior permission of Placemaking Bristol CIC

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LGBTQ+ Yoga with Imralis

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Coffee/tea and yoga Call/text/DM to RSPV Imralis 07394031243 Insta: @imralisyoga

LGBTQ+ ACTIVITY LISTINGS Bristol Bisons RFC www.bisonsrfc.co.uk Bristol’s first gay and gay-friendly rugby team is always looking for new members, players and supporters. Everyone welcome regardless of experience or ability.

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Bristol Panthers

Outdoor Lads

CycleOut Bristol

http://bristolpanthersfc.weebly.com/

Bristol’s premier gay friendly football team. Bristol Panthers Football Club is Bristol’s premier openly gay friendly football club. The current incarnation of Bristol Panthers was born on the 28th March 2009, following a advert calling for interested gay footballers and supporters, to come together socially.

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The Gay Outdoor Club’s local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender cycling group for West of England cycleoutbristol@live.co.uk

The Gay Outdoor Club

www.goc.org.uk

For gay men and women and their friends. It has national membership and local groups all around the country. There are groups within GOC based around specific activities.

LGBT Fitness Class and Social www.stridefitness.co.uk Join our “LGBT Fitness class & Social” The workout is one hour with the option to stay and socialise Suitable for all levels here: Piloxercise Studios, on Easton Road, next to Old Market Street. Meeting at 18:00-19:00 from Monday 13 September 2021 Queer Yoga Bristol www.bristolshine.co.uk Shine LGBT yoga is a chance for members of the LGBT+ community come together for a fun yoga class, to socialise and distress. To book your place or to find out more, contact Emma via website above. Girls In Golf Society - GIGS www.girlsingolfsociety.com A growing and welcoming community of LGBT+ Women Golfers based in southern england. We have absolute beginners through to low handicaps. ALL are welcome. We enjoy Group Coaching, Driving Range meet-ups, 9 & 18 hole competitions Why not hop onto one of our GIGS Zoom Socials and meet us first?

LGBT Sailing & Cruising Association www.gaysailing.org.uk The Sailing & Cruising Association welcomes all those who identify within the LGBT+ community, together with their families and friends, who have an interest in sailing or boating; whether it be in dinghies, yachts or motorboats, racing or cruising. Gay Football Supporters Network www.gfsn.co.uk The GFSN works to maintain a social network for LGB&T supporters, to encourage inclusive teams for players of all abilities, and to campaign against discrimination in football, with a view to creating a safe and tolerant environment both on and off the pitch. GLUG Gay and Lesbian Underwater Group www.glug.co.uk LGBTQ+ UK based scuba diving group with members from all over the world. GLUG is a non-profit SCUBA diving club for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered divers and their friends. We have about 50 members and we organise a number of dive trips in the UK and overseas each year. We meet monthly in London and we also plan other social events.

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A leisurely relaxed social walking group for people who identify as LGBT+. Based within Central Bristol. Meets every Wednesday at 10.30am outside the Watershed Cinema on the Harbourside-1 Canon’s Rd, Bristol BS1 5TX. Winding down at 1pm Please Contact Walk Leader via facebook link

www.outdoorlads.com The UK’s most social group for gay & bisexual men who love the great outdoors. We organise hiking, camping, climbing, hostelling, biking, canoeing, sailing and skiing events & more

LGBT+ Badminton Group www.outbristol.co.ulk/badminton Bristol LGBT+ Badminton Club, A social badminton club open to anybody of any age, gender or orientation.

Gay Bikers Motorcycle Club

www.GBMCC.co.uk

GBMCC began in 1977 as a club for gay men & women bikers in the UK; we are the biggest gay biking club in Europe. Our members are of all ages and backgrounds. We naturally have varied biking interests, but we are primarily a road-riding club. Riding experience ranges from novice through to advanced.

Village Dojo

www.villagedojo.co.uk A growing directory of LGBTQ+ inclusive martial arts schools in the UK and beyond. Named after the Manchester Gay Village Jujutsu club which was formed in 2011 we expanded the remit of the website in 2021 to invite LGBTQ+ clubs and LGBTQ+ ally clubs to promote access to as many styles and associations as possible.

Surf’s Out

www.karmaseas.org.uk Surf Out is the first LGBT+ Surf club in the UK, set up collaboratively by Karma Seas & Pride Sports UK in response to a lack of diversity and LGBT+ visibility in Surfing. Surf Out is run by LGBT+ Surf Instructors and provides a safe and welcoming environment for LGBT+ surfers and allies to learn a new sport or improve their surf skills in the company of like-minded people. sites.google.com/view/irons/home We are a friendly and inclusive group of LGBT+ golfers and allies based in London with members all over the UK. Our golf handicaps range from 4 to 36. We play on Sundays over the year in London & surrounding counties. www.outtoswim.org/west West of England Swimming Club, We swim three times a week at the University of Bristol Swimming Pool in Queens Road, Clifton. The minimum standard required is 4 lengths front crawl continuously.

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No So Trad

www.notsotrad.org Not So Trad, Southern LGBT Climbers is an LGBT+ climbing club, largely based in London but with members spread across the south of England and further afield.

PRIDE SPORTS

pridesports.org.uk A UK LGBTIQ+ sports development and inclusion organisation Growing participation and satisfaction. We are working to make sure LGBT people are able to get into organised sport and have an enjoyable and rewarding experience. WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

Bisons are always looking for new players regardless of playing experience. If you are experienced rugby player or new to the game and you want to get fit or make friends we would like to hear from you. Supporters and volunteers are always welcome too.

www.bisonsrfc.co.uk

BRISTOL PANTHERS FC

We’re an LGBT+ friendly football team based in Bristol. Founded in 2000, we’re a club that believes in providing everyone with a fun, supportive environment to play football, learn new skills (or sharpen old ones!) and make friends. All players are welcome, whatever your experience, ability, sexuality or gender identity. We are proudly affiliated to Bristol City FC through the Bristol City Community Trust. We are one of only two LGBT clubs in the country to have a formal affiliation with an English Football League side! We play in Division 2 of the GFSN (Gay Football Supporters Network) league.

We train every Thursday evening from 8:45pm at South Bristol Sports Centre (BS14 9EA). If you’d like to come along, just get in touch for details (and your first session is free!). WANT TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL We are always looking for new players regardless of playing experience. If you are experienced player or new to the game and you want to get fit or make friends we would like to hear from you. Supporters and volunteers are always welcome too.

www.bristolpanthers.com

CycleOut Bristol

CycleOut Bristol is the Gay Outdoor Club’s local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender cycling group for Bristol and the surrounding area. The group has been organising regular rides since April 2005 with short, medium and long-distance events to meet the interest of a wide range of cycling ability. The annual programme contains longer rides on the second and fifth Sundays of the month; weekly, short rides on Wednesday evenings from April to September; and monthly women-only “Dykes on Bikes” rides monthly on Monday evenings from March to October. Rides usually depart from the King William Statue at the centre of Queen Square: 10am on a Sunday; 6pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Anyone is welcome on a ride, which will be adjusted for ability. No one is ever left behind. If there’s a range of ability on a ride, it’s split in two and the faster cyclists take a detour so all participants meet at the same time at the rest stop. Every ride has rest stop; it’s usually a cafe on Sundays and a pub on Wednesday. Always bring food with you on a ride in case there’s a problem. Also, remember to carry working cycle lights as your return on Wednesday evenings will usually be after sun set. If you’re worried about your bicycle, let us know and we may be able to help. To join in email : cycleoutbristol@live.co.uk

A leisurely relaxed social walking group for people who identify as LGBT+. Based within Central Bristol. Make new friends, have a chat and enjoy exploring the cities wonderful cafes for tea and cake. Keep healthy with regular exercise ! Bristol’s most diverse LGBT+ group! Meets every Wednesday at 10.30am outside the Watershed Cinema on the Harbourside-1 Canon’s Rd, Bristol BS1 5TX. Winding down at 1pm

WANT TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL Please Contact Walk Leader Stevie Williams on 078 7902 0595 Walk Organiser Andrew Smith 0758 7169 696 or Paul Taylor 07305514321

OutdoorLads is a group for gay, bisexual and trans men to get together and enjoy outdoor pursuits across the UK.

We are a social Badminton club which offers a safe space for LGBT+ inderviduals to enjoy the sport whislt making new friends. We are open to anyone regardless of badminton ability, sexual orientation, gender, race or religion. Bristol Swifts are now allowing guests to play at our club social badminton sessions. We are currently playing on Thursdays from 8-10pm and Sundays from 3-5pm both at Ashton Park Sports Centre, in Ashton Park School. Advanced booking is required and we store your information for Test and Trace. Booking can be made here: https://bristol-swifts-shop.sumup.link

WANT TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL Bristol Swifts Cup 2021 Date MAR 12, AT 13:00– MAR 15, AT 14:00 Venue City Academy Sports Centre https://bristol-swifts-shop.sumup.link/

GAY BIKERS MOTORCYLE CLUB

GBMCC began in 1977 as a club for gay men and women bikers in the UK; we are now the largest LGBTQ motorcycling club in Europe. Members come from all over the UK and there an increasing number from Europe and Overseas. Our members are of all ages, backgrounds, gender identity and sexuality. We naturally have varied biking interests, but we are primarily a road-riding club. Riding experience ranges from novice through to advanced riders and club racers. It is our interest in motorcycles and motorcycling, which bring us together. The club offers its members a lively programme of events as well as support and friendship. Our events are local, national and European. We have a regional network of local area contacts who co-ordinate regular meetings every month, generally a mixture of riding and social gatherings, and there are unique events with national appeal.

WANT TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL The club runs a non-discriminatory policy, and any motorcyclist who feels at ease with members of the LGBTQ community are welcome. The club has a few rules, amongst which two are strictly enforced, 1 - To become and remain as a member you must own a motorcycle, and 2 - You must attend our riding events on a motorcycle. The club has no dress code.

www.gbmcc.co.uk

VILLAGE DOJO Promoting participation in martial arts for LGBTQ+ people

Bringing the benefits of martial arts training to all people, celebrating diversity and the contribution that LGBTQ+ people can make to the development of all martial arts. We invite martial arts clubs of all styles to share a welcome with LBGTQ+ people and to ensure they promote equality within classes. We intend to create Dojos in which everyone feels safe and is confident to be themselves. Martial arts come from all continents and involves a wide range of techniques including striking, throwing, locking, wrestling and a variety of weapons. Many teach ancient techniques and modern self defence and encompass a variety of approaches to movement. Martial arts often involve physical contact activities and we respect that not all people feel comfortable with physical contact. When you consider which martial arts you would like to try it is a good idea to discuss contact with the instructor before you start. Some martial arts can offer many benefits through kata or form training without contact. Village Dojo started with Ikiyōyō-Ryu Ju Jutsu club in 2011 below Taurus Bar. There have been a number of martial arts clubs operating in the Gay Village over the years. We want to welcome martial arts clubs that serve the LGBTQ+ community to support each other in promoting participation.

WANT TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL

www.villagedojo.co.uk

SURF OUT Bringing Waves To All

Karma Seas CIC is a not for profit organisation dedicated to embracing diversity and inclusion in Surfing, Beach activity, Yoga and Mindfulness. The aim of Karma Seas is simply to provide a safe, affordable and welcoming place in the heart of South Wales, for all members of the community who are currently marginalised to access the now widely recognised therapeutic benefits of ocean based activity. Our mission is simply Bringing Waves to All. Surf Out is the first LGBT+ Surf club in the UK, set up collaboratively by Karma Seas and Pride Sports UK in response to a lack of diversity and LGBT+ visibility in Surfing. Surf Out is run by LGBT+ Surf Instructors and provides a safe and welcoming environment for LGBT+ surfers and allies to learn a new sport or improve their surf skills in the company of like-minded people. We aim to share the stoke of surfing and the benefits of Ocean Therapy with children, youth and adults of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, bringing us together as a strong and healthy community.

WANT TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL

www.karmaseas.org.uk

Welcome to OTS West, a masters swimming club for the LGBT+ community in Bristol, UK. We welcome anyone who wants to swim for fitness. The club is part of the wider Out To Swim aquatics club in London and Brighton and the Bristol group launched in September 2018, supported by the University of Bristol. Our coaches design great workouts and, as well as swimming for fitness, we also work on technique across all four main strokes: front crawl, back stroke, breast stroke and butterfly. We swim three times a week at the University of Bristol Swimming Pool in Queens Road, Clifton. The minimum standard required is 4 lengths front crawl continuously. If you can’t quite manage this yet then the University of Bristol offer Adult Swimming Lessons for those unable to make the minimum standard. With a bit of help and practice it really won’t be long before you’re swimming multiple lengths.

WANT TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL Join If you like the sound of this so far then come and join us on a Saturday for a free swim to see what we’re all about. Fill in this form on the website below to arrange your free session. You’ll get 3 free swims in total to try us out.

outtoswim.org/west

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Social Groups

http://www.outbristol.co.uk/listings Missing Lesbians www.missinglesbians.co.uk A free listing guide for lesbian events, social groups and organizations of interest to lesbians and within reach of Bristol UK. Bi Visible Bristol

GayWest

Sing Out Bristol

www.outbristol.co.uk/bivisible We promote the presence of the bisexual community in Bristol and provide meet-ups as a safe space for bi people to meet, network and exchange ideas. Café Kino on Stokes Croft, on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. www.gaywest.org.uk A social group covering the South West supporting the LGBTQIAPD Community, providing a safe and secure place to meet every Saturday morning. www.singoutbristol.com A choir run by and for LGBT people who enjoy singing. We are a very social group and musical experience is not needed.

LGBTQ+ SUPPORT LISTINGS Proud 2 Serve

www.proud2serve.net Our aim is to provide support, information and networking for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender serving, ex-serving personnel and their families both at home and abroad.

Lesbian & Gay Christian Movement, Bristol lgcm.org.uk LGCM is working for love, for peace, for justice, and for the promotion of the Christian faith especially within the LGBT community. Imaan

www.imaan.org.uk Social Support for Lesbian, Gay Bisexual and Trans Muslims. Imaan supports LGBT Muslim people, their families and friends, to address issues of sexual orientation within Islam.

Jewish Lesbian and Gay Group

www.jglg.org.uk

The longest established Jewish LGBT group in the world. Our membership is open to Jewish men and women who areLGBT including people from many different backgrounds. We welcome non-Jewish partners to all events and non-LGBT & non-Jewish guests to certain events.

Out Stories Bristol www.outstoriesbristol.org.uk We are a group who are interested in discussing and collating information about LGBT History in Bristol. admin@outstoriesbristol.org.uk

Avon Trans Women www.avontranswomen.org.uk We are a self help group serving Bristol and the surrounding area for male-to-female transsexuals & others undergoing gender reassignment.

Pink Herrings

Trans Bristol

GMG

pinkherrings@yahoo.co.uk

Social network for lesbians, meets every other Thursday evening at 8:30. Also bowling, cinema, coffee bars, theatre, concerts, discos, cycling, walks, meals out and more. www.outbristol.co.uk/pinkherrings

www.gmgsouthwest.com Social group for LGBT people. Regular social evenings in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. gmgsw@hotmail.co.uk http://www.gmgsouthwest.com/

Gay Men’s Book Group

bristolbookclub@hotmail.co.uk

Meeting monthly at a member’s flat in the centre of Bristol to discuss a book written by a gay author or about gay themes.

BS3 LGBT

www.outbristol.co.uk/bs3-lgbt Aims to bring together the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities that live, work and play in the Bristol BS3 area.

LGBT Brunch

www.outbristol.co.uk/LGBTbruch First Saturday of every month at Coniston Community Centre, a great way to kick start the weekend & meet new friends. Contact David Sully

Rainbow Group

email rainbow@bristol.gov.uk

Bristol City Council employees LGBT group Call Equalities on 0117 922 4446

http://transbristol.wordpress.com A safe space where trans identified people in the Bristol area can share ideas, provide support and plan things. Anything under the trans umbrella should belong here. Email:transbristol@gmail.com Trans Info http://uktrans.info Advice with practical problems such as access to healthcare & legal issues. We can guide you towards information you need and on occasion we can (with your consent) contact organizations on your behalf to resolve issues. Bristol Crossroads http://bristol-crossroads.org.uk Meetings at Wick Village Hall Contact: Liz or Tania Informal opportunity for all transgendered people, partners & family to meet & dress in a safe and supportive environment. Phone: 01453 757110 The Bridge, Sexual Assault Referral Centre 0117 342 6999 A support service for victims of sexual crime & provides a range of services. If you are a victim, we can tell you your options and help you in making your own decisions about your care. www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk Survivors UK www.survivorsuk.org Survivors UK support adult men who have experienced sexual violation at any time in their lives. Their Helpline Webchat service is open Monday & Tuesday 6-9pm, Wednesday 12-2.30pm & 6-9pm, and Thursday 12-2.30pm. Bristol Women’s Voice www.bristolwomensvoice.org.uk Bristol Women’s Voice (BWV) provides a way for women to influence the public authorities, for example the Council, health bodies and the police in how they meet women’s needs and promote women’s equality. WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

LGBTQ+ SUPPORT LISTINGS Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline www.switchboard.lgbt Our helpline operates from 10am to 11pm daily on 0300 330 0630. You can also access Switchboard Instant Messaging through the following link when someone is available online - www.switchboard.lgbt

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Stonewall

www.stonewall.org.uk An organisation working for equality and justice for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexuals.From our Diversity Champions programme offering advice to over 600 companies to our information line on 08000 50 20 20 Bristol Drugs Project www.bdp.org.uk Whether it is Alcohol, Heroin or Ketamine, Cocaine or Cannabis, Ecstasy or Amphetamine, we can help you make the changes you want - reducing the risks, controlling your use or stopping using. 0117 987 6000

LGBTQ Emotional Wellness lgbthealthforumbristol.co.uk This group is no longer running

Broken Rainbow

Brigstowe Project

www.brokenrainbow.org.uk If you’re in a violent relationship, or care about someone who is, call Broken Rainbow on 0300 999 5428 or 0800 999 5428. The helpline is open on Mondays and Thursdays 10am–8pm and Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10am–5 pm Freedom Youth www.facebook.com/freedomyouthlgbtq A weekly group for LGBTQ young people aged 14-25, held in central Bristol every Tuesday from 7-9.30pm You can contact Hannah at hannah@otrbristol.org.uk or call 07814 250 751. LGBTQ Youth Cafe Yate facebook.com/groups/LGBTQyate Aged 14-19yrs old, an LGBTQ youth café in Yate on the last Sunday of every month from 19:0021:00. Come along & ﬁnd out more. Contact Phone 01454 869 441 Email info@yatearmadillo.co.uk University of Bath LGBT www.bathlgbt.co.uk A social & welfare student group here to help you get the most out of your university life & wheather you identify as gay,straight, bisexual, trans or are unsure of your sexuality or gender Join our Facebook group for all discussions UWE LGBT Society www.uwesu.org/network/outuwe Social group for LGBT students. The LGBT Society has a great line up of events through out the year what ever your interests we are sure you can find something that appeals to you. Join our Facebook group for all discussions and social events.

University of Bristol LGBT+ Society

lgbtplusbristol.org.uk

We organise regular social events for all LGBT students at Bristol University Keep up to date with cultural/ recruitment events at the Bristol University LGBT+ Society. Join our Facebook group for all discussions and social events Email ubu-lgbtplus@bristol.ac.uk

The Albert Kennedy Trust

www.akt.org.uk

1625 Independent People

www.1625ip.co.uk

AKT supports LGBT young people (aged 16-25) who are homeless or living in a hostile environment. London: 020 7831 6562 Manchester: 0161 228 3308 Newcastle: 0191 281 0099

Independent People actively prevents youth homelessness and promotes a planned approach to independent living. By meeting young people’s needs, every young person achieves a positive outcome as a result of contacting us. 0117 317 8800

www.pacehealth.org.uk PACE is a charity promoting the mental health and emotional well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans* community. PACE provides online services that can be accessed nationally.

Prism LGBT+ Alcohol and Drug support Call 07971354498 Free & confidential Alcohol & drugs drop in service, advice & information, needle exchange, referrals to treatment services, injecting injuries advice, Hep B vaccinations. Hep C advice & referal to treatment. Every Monday 17:00-20:00. 25-27 Midland Road Old Market, Bristol BS2. www.bdp.org.uk/prism

www.brigstowe.org Housing project for people living with HIV,providing support, advice and advocacy. 176 Easton Rd, Easton, Bristol. Call 0117 9415188 Mon-Fri: 9:00 am-5:00 pm THT Direct Helpline Call us on 0808 802 1221

For information and support about your sexual health and for information and concerns about HIV. Lines open Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm. Free to call from landlines and mobiles in the UK.

GMFA - the gay men’s health charity www.gmfa.org.uk The UK’s leading charity dedicated to gay men’s health. Our mission is to improve gay men’s health by increasing the control they have over their own lives. www.gmfa.org.uk Bristol Sexual Health Centre

www.uhbristol.nhs.uk

Bristol Sexual Health Centre provides a confidential service which anyone can self-refer to (or your GP may wish to refer you here if needed), for advice, tests and treatment if needed. Appointments: 0117 342 69 00 Advice: 0117 342 6944

Stop Hate UK

www.stophateuk.org Independent & confidential information, advice and support to anybody affected by LGB and T Hate Crime. Available across England, Wales & Scotland. We are here 24 hours a day: 08088010661 CALM www.theCALMzone.net/get-help A charity dedicated to preventing male suicide. Helpline & webchat service for men of all ages that’s free, confidential & anonymous. 0800 585858 (national) Open 5pm-midnight, every day of the year. NO GOING BACK http://nogoingback.org.uk A charity dedicated to helping LGBT people who may have fled their country due to persecution for their sexual orientation or gender identity. Bristol Families & Friends bristolfamiliesandfriends.org.uk BFF is a support group for families & friends of LGB people. We meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 7pm at the Terrence Higgins Trust. Call Sue Allen on 01454 852 418. sueallenfflag@blueyonder.co.uk WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

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SOCIAL GROUPS LGBT+ RUN OR FRIENDLY SOCIAL GROUPS

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#Hidayahlgbtqi

Hidayah is a UK based organisation that seeks to support LGBTQI+ Muslims through social events, education workshops and social justice campaigns https://linktr.ee/hidayahlgbt

LGBTQ+ SOCIAL GROUP LISTINGS Missing Lesbians

www.missinglesbians.co.uk A free listing guide for lesbian events, social groups and organizations of interest to lesbians and within reach of Bristol UK.

Bi Visible Bristol

GayWest

Sing Out Bristol

www.singoutbristol.com A choir run by and for LGBT people who enjoy singing. We are a very social group and musical experience is not needed.

Rainbow Group

email rainbow@bristol.gov.uk

Bristol City Council employees LGBT group Call Equalities on 0117 922 4446

LGBT Brunch

www.outbristol.co.uk/LGBTbruch First Saturday of every month at Coniston Community Centre, a great way to kick start the weekend & meet new friends. Contact David Sully

BS3 LGBT

www.outbristol.co.uk/bs3-lgbt Aims to bring together the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities that live, work and play in the Bristol BS3 area.

Gay Men’s Book Group

bristolbookclub@hotmail.co.uk

Meeting monthly at a member’s flat in the centre of Bristol to discuss a book written by a gay author or about gay themes.

Out Stories Bristol www.outstoriesbristol.org.uk We are a group who are interested in discussing and collating information about LGBT History in Bristol. admin@outstoriesbristol.org.uk

GMG

www.gmgsouthwest.com Social group for LGBT people. Regular social evenings in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. gmgsw@hotmail.co.uk http://www.gmgsouthwest.com/

Pink Herrings

Transcaf

www.facebook.com/bristoltranscaf A social and support space for those aged 18 and up in Bristol and beyond who are trans, non-binary, agender & all gender rebels. www.facebook.com/bristoltranscaf

pinkherrings@yahoo.co.uk

Kiki Bristol is a space for QTIPOC (Queer, transgender, intersex, people of colour) to meet, greet, eat, discuss, dance and more importantly feel free to be yourself! WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

A place to meet and tell your story, chat with others in the same situation, talk about legal issues, feel proud of who you are, learn about being gay in the UK and hear about other support groups in Bristol. We are a support group. We meet every second Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm. We meet every two weeks. We also go on trips and activities. We organise everything by text messages and calls. If you are LGBT+ and an asylum Seeker or refugee please come along. For more details please contact Tom: 07856 672351

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FEBUARY LGBTQ+ HISTORY MONTH 8TH MARCH INTERNNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 17TH MARCH ST PATRICK’S DAY JUNE GYPSY, ROMA, TRAVELLER HISTORY MONTH JUNE PRIDE MONTH 17 JULY - 17 AUGUST SOUTH ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH OCTOBER BLACK HISTORY MONTH www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk

DECEMBER AIDS AWARENESS MONTH

Building on the success of our 15th birthday digital celebration in August 2020, which attracted 30,000 viewers, UK Black Pride’s 2021 event will extend to three days, recorded live at an as-yet-unannounced venue in east London. We are acutely aware that our communities will be looking forward to an in-person event this year, but we can’t yet say with confidence that we could put on a physical celebration and keep our communities safe. The safety of our communities is our responsibility – and one we take very seriously – and so we have taken the decision to err on the side of utmost caution. To honour what has been a tremendously difficult year for so many in our communities, UK Black Pride’s 2021 theme is “Love and Rage”. We’ve seen firsthand over the past year our communities’ persistent commitment to each other; the ways we show up, in big and small ways, is nothing short of inspiring. We continue to show what it means to love, to love hard and to love against the odds. We are also raging, disappointed and tired. Our communities continue to be overlooked and undervalued, tokenised and discarded. From constant gaslighting to this country’s steadfast refusal to address and redress structural and institutional racism, we have a lot to be mad about. Our anger is righteous. Our love is righteous. Our 2021 theme claps back against the many ways we are told who we are allowed to be, and how to grieve, love and rage. We will not be quiet, we will not be meek. We will be heard, and we will be loud. UK Black Pride is the space where each of you can show up as all of who you are, with your rage and disappointment, with your unyielding love and capacity for joy. We can’t wait to celebrate and rage with you. Let us show what is possible when we show up in our fury, committed to loving each other and changing the world. Lady Phyll and the UK Black Pride team

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LGBTQ+ ETHNICITY LISTINGS UK BLACK PRIDE

www.ukblackpride.org.uk

UK Black Pride is Europe’s largest celebration for LGBTQI+ people of African, Asian, Caribbean, Latin American and Middle Eastern-descent. Producing an annual celebration during pride month, as well as a variety of activities throughout the year, which also promote and advocate for the spiritual, emotional, and intellectual health & wellbeing of the communities we represent. UK Black Pride is a safe space to celebrate diverse sexualities, gender identities, cultures, gender expressions and backgrounds and we foster, represent and celebrate Black LGBTQI+ and QTIPOC culture. Importantly, UK Black Pride promotes unity and cooperation among LGBTQI+ people of diasporic communities in the UK.

It’s A BAME’s Life

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KIKI BRISTOL

Kiki Bristol is a space for QTIPOC (Queer, transgender, intersex, people of colour). Kiki is a night for LGBTQ People of Colour to meet, greet, eat, discuss, & set the dance floor on fire. Kiki came out of a group of us feeling tried of the lack of spaces for LGBTQ PoC & friends to meet and as importantly to dance to music that we enjoyed. action. Join us in making a new scene in Bristol.

Black, African & Asian Therapy www.baatn.org.uk We are the UK’s largest independent organisation to specialise in working psychologically, informed by an understanding of intersectionality, with people who identify as Black, African, South Asian and Caribbean. Our primary focus and area of expertise is to support people from these heritages. GAL-DEM

BLKOUT

gal-dem.com

gal-dem is a new media publication, committed to telling the stories of people of colour from marginalised genders. With our online and print magazine, we’re addressing inequality & misrepresentation in the industry through platforming the creative and editorial work of our community.

An LGBTQ+ BAME focused podcast discussing the struggles faced by those within the BAME Community. Including the mental health challenges we face & those’s working to make a change. twitter.com/itsabameslife www.instagram.com/@itsabameslife www.facebook.com/itsabameslife

Queer Blackity Black Joy

www.facebook.com/KikiSocials

facebook.com/tqbbjp

African Rainbow Family africanrainbowfamily.org

This podcast is a place to escape from the world’s f***ery, so we can heal, connect and laugh together. Join Sharifa Whitney James as she speaks to fellow Black Queer folk from the community about their adventure to manifesting Queer Black joy.

A not-for-profit charitable organisation supports LGBTIQ people of African heritage and the wider BAME community. It was established in 2014. They support refugees and people seeking asylum, stand against hate crime and campaign for global LGBTIQ equality.

https://blkoutuk.com Created to recognise the need for black queer men to have a space to think, shout, show off, curse, celebrate, launch, reflect, share and be heard. Encouraging & stimulating debate, discussion online & face to face through their website, writer workshops, networking events, and supporting interventions.

AZ Magazine

https://azmagazine.co.uk This is a media platform that allows LGBT+ people of colour to showcase their talents and to address the issues that are faced in the BME community. They organise monthly AZ Hub events which are a social space for workshops, screenings, art display, discussion,performance and information sharing. WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

LGBTQ+ ETHNICITY LISTINGS Africa Rise

www.africarise.org.uk

Africa Rise is an online space developed by Yorkshire Mesmac and NAZ Project London – two leading charities providing health services and resources for BAME communities.

Purple Rain Collective

a collective for QTIPOC in the UK It is a collective space for QTIPOC in the UK to mobilise, converse on their experiences and develop strategies for safety, resistance and liberation. They want QTIPOC people to come together to support each other in prioritising their care, safety and wellbeing as well as creating real dialogue for meaningful discussions.

Kaleidoscope Trust

http://linktr.ee/rainbownoirmcr

The Naz Project

Rainbow Noir is a volunteer run, social, peer support and community action group for people of colour who identify as LGBTQI

BISIALIMI FOUNDATION

bisialimifoundation.org

bisofcolour.home.blog The group organises meetups, gives talks and collects writings on bisexuals of colour throughout the UK

naz.org.uk A sexual health charity focused on the BAME community Led by ethnic minorities, NAZ is dedicated to delivering culturally-specific free sexual health services to those historically left behind, recognising the large gap in the sexual health outcomes of BAME communities.

SARI

BAF aim to work towards a Nigeria where everyone is equal irrespective of sexual orientation or gender identity. They focus on three thematic areas, so as to contribute towards influencing opinions and views on LGBT issues in Nigeria – these are research, capacity development & stakeholder engagement.

Bi’s Of Colour

kaleidoscopetrust.com A UK-based charity focused on fighting for the human rights of LGBT+ people across the Commonwealth. We fund, fight for and empower those upholding the human rights of LGBT+ people by working with governments, change-makers and civil society organisations to effect meaningful and lasting change.

The aim is to develop the country’s first online platform that will pool together a wide range of HIV and testing information, as well as personal support and legal advice aimed at African MSM. They use film as a method for African MSM to share their experience, personal stories and concerns through video testimonials.

Rainbow Noir

purpleraincollective.com

www.sariweb.org.uk Stand Against Racism & Inequality (SARI) is a Bristol-based hate crime charity. We have operated throughout the South West for over 20 years, helping victims of hate crime and discrimination.

Glitter Cymru

www.facebook.com/GlitterCymru Glitter Cymru is a Cardiff based social meet-up group for Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic (BAME) people who are Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Trans (LGBT+).

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LGBTQ+ ETHNICITY LISTINGS GAYSIANS

www.gaysians.org

Gaysian Faces

www.facebook.com/gaysianfaces

A platform that promotes positive visibility for South Asian LGBT+ people Gaysians is an alliance of charities, support groups, meet-ups, activists and leading voices within the community. These groups have joined forces to improve access to resources and services to the South Asian LGBT community, as well as to elevate their collective voice in mainstream media.

Queer Asia

queerasia.com

Our project is inspired by the anthropology book called “Part Asian/100% Hapa” we will take your headshot and you write a message of who you are. It doesn’t have to be linked to your sexuality, but whatever you’re feeling. Our goal is the showcase the beauty and individuality of the Gaysian community.

Queer China UK

We are a network of queer identifying scholars, activists and artists, that aims to provides a platform for interAsia collaboration, dialogue and research on issues affecting people who self-identify as LGBTQ or belong to other non-normative sexualities and gender identities in Asia, or Asian diasporas and beyond.

British Asian LGBTI

britishasianlgbti.org This online forum aims to help unite this community and reduce isolation and discrimination faced, defend global LGBTI rights, specializing in intersectionality of race and sexuality issues.

Persian LGBT

queerchinauk.com

Queer China UK aims to facilitate greater communication & connectivity between Chinese queer diaspora around the world and LGBTQ+ communities from other countries, as well as empower Chinese-speaking LGBTQ+ and feminists communities.

Traveller Pride

www.lgbttravellerpride.com

UK-Based LGBT Traveller group. Traveller meant as an umbrella term to refer to all sorts of Traveller. Support, action, change.

www.persianlgbt.org

London Irish LGBT londonirishlgbt.wordpress.com

The Persian LGBT is a Asylum and Refugee and Newly arrived Asylum Seekers here in the UK which provides Social events and befriending ,networks for Lgbt community. We are not Immigration Advisory or Legal representative of any kind.

The London Irish LGBT Network provides a safe, inclusive, knowledgeable & social space for all Irish LGBT people in London. Welcome to our group.

Finding A Voice www.facebook.com/findingavoice Finding A Voice is a social support group for South Asian LGBT+ communities in Birmingham and the surrounding areas, and the first social support group for those aged 18+ regardless of faith or culture.

Bristol Irish Society

bristolirishsociety.org The Bristol Irish Society is the centre of everything that’s Irish in Bristol. It’s aim is to keep the Irish culture alive by embracing it’s people, music, dance, sport and folklore. A key part of this is creating a fun social environment where this culture can be celebrated through regular events. WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

KIKI BRISTOL

Queer, transgender, intersex, people of colour

Kiki Bristol is a space for QTIPOC (Queer, transgender, intersex, people of colour) to meet, greet, eat, discuss, dance and more importantly feel free to be yourself! Kiki “ A party including good music and good friends, held for the express purpose of calming nerves, reducing anxiety and stress and generally fighting ennui. “Let’s have a Kiki!” Kiki is a night for LGBTQ People of Colour to meet, greet, eat, discuss, and set the dance floor on fire. Kiki came out of a group of us feeling tried of the lack of spaces for LGBTQ PoC and friends to meet and as importantly to dance to music that we enjoyed. We knew nothing would change if we didn’t take action. Join us in making a new scene in Bristol The evening begins with an early doors social over food issue, followed by an open mic section before dancing to the finest tracks from across the Black music spectrum. Held in a discreet Bristol venue this is a chance to meet with like minded People of Colour, to feel safe, networked, have fun and be free. Non PoC & LGBTQI friends welcome. There is a void in Bristol. Let’s fill it.

WANT TO KNOW MORE CONTACT US VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL

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LGBTQ+ ETHNICITY LISTINGS Transcaf

Trans Bristol

http://transbristol.wordpress.com

www.facebook.com/bristoltranscaf

A social and support space for those aged 18 and up in Bristol and beyond who are trans, non-binary, agender & all gender rebels.

Trans Masculine Support and Advice UK facebook.com/TMSAUK

A safe space where trans identified people in the Bristol area can share ideas, provide support and plan things. Anything under the trans umbrella should belong here.Email:transbristol@gmail.com Mermaids https://mermaidsuk.org.uk

We are a UK based support group for all those who identify as Trans Masculine, Non Binary and Gender Variant AFAB people, which is run via a social media platform by a committee of volunteers since our beginning in November 2011. We facilitate and provide peer support and advice to members around all aspects of gender reassignment or those who are questioning. We are committed to and strive to provide a welcoming, safe and non judgmental platform for individuals to ask for and share help. We also offer advocacy, mentoring and 1:1 support. Social groups and meets. We set this page up to be searchable on Facebook as our main group is a ‘private’ group.At present we have over 3000 members around the UK. If you would like to join our community then message us on this page, or, email us at tmsauk@gmail.com. SARI

Bristol Crossroads

www.sariweb.org.uk

Stand Against Racism & Inequality (SARI) is a Bristol-based hate crime charity. We have operated throughout the South West for over 20 years, helping victims of hate crime and discrimination. We are a non-profit making, non-political and noncampaigning organisation. http://bristol-crossroads.org.uk

Meetings at Wick Village Hall Contact: Liz or Tania Informal opportunity for all transgendered people, partners & family to meet & dress in a safe and supportive environment. Phone: 01453 757110 Trans Info

http://uktrans.info Advice with practical problems such as access to healthcare & legal issues. We can guide you towards information you need and on occasion we can (with your consent) contact organizations on your behalf to resolve issues.

ermaids supports transgender, nonbinary and M gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care. We also currently offer web chat support to students up to the age of 25. Transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children and teens need support and understanding, as well as the freedom to explore their gender identity. Whatever the outcome, Mermaids is committed to helping families navigate the challenges they may face. The Bridge, Sexual Assault Referral Centre 0117 342 6999 A support service for victims of sexual crime & provides a range of services. If you are a victim, we can tell you your options and help you in making your own decisions about your care.www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk Depend

www.depend.org.uk

An organisation offering free, confidential and non-judgemental advice, information and support to all family members, spouses, partners and friends of trans people in the UK. Gendered Intelligence

genderedintelligence.co.uk

Gendered Intelligence is a trans-led charity based in the U.K. Our object is to: - Deliver arts programmers and creative workshops to trans youth (under the age of 25) from across the UK in order to increase the quality of young trans people’s life experiences. - Deliver facilitated workshops to all young people within schools, colleges, youth groups and other settings from across the UK, in order to generate discussion and debate around gender and the ways in which it presents challenges in our everyday lives. WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

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EVENING EVENTS PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION

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LGBTQ+ ETHNICITY LISTINGS Gloscats

www.gloscats.org.uk

GIRES

www.gires.org.uk

GIRES is a UK wide organisation whose purpose is to improve the lives of trans and gender diverse people of all ages, including those who are non-binary and non-gender. Gender Trust

Welcome to Gloscats Are you gender variant in any way? Many labels and adjectives are used to describe aspects and degrees of gender variance, including ‘transman’, a ‘transwoman’, ‘intersex’ or ‘transsexual’ person. Alternatively, are you close to someone who is gender variant? Do you live, work in, or visit Gloucestershire or the surrounding area? Are you looking for a safe and supportive environment in which you can be yourself and no-one will put you down? If so, Gloscats may be for you. We believe that it is unimportant how ‘convincing’ you look. We encourage you to believe in yourself so that the true, complete person within will shine through. You shall be gorgeous! You are normal and have nothing to be ashamed of or to apologise for. There is no need to hide part of your true self behind a closed door and drawn curtains. We can introduce that part of you to the world outside in easy stages, until you can be who you are wherever you wish, amongst all the other normal people. Trans Info

gendertrust,org.uk

The largest Registered Charity in a position to help adults throughout the United Kingdom who are Transsexual, Gender Dysphoric, Transgender (i.e. those who seek to adjust their lives to live as women or men, or come to terms with their situation despite their genetic background), or those who’s lives are affected by gender identity issues. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of trans people and their families by supporting them and working with anyone who is affected by gender identity issues, and our vision is that everyone will accept and support the right of trans people to be valued members of society. Press for Change

www.pfc.org.uk

Press for Change has been a key lobbying and legal support organisation for Trans people in the UK. since it’s formation in 1992 “Seeking respect and equality for ALL trans people in the UK, through case law, legislation, and social change, it reaches thousands of transgender (trans) people in the UK.

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L G B T+ S C E N E LGBT+ RUN OR FRIENDLY EVENTS

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Club Events (Mixed)

www.outbristol.co.uk/events facebook.com/waitwhatibiza Wait…What? launched in ibiza April 2019 & Bristol November 2019 offering a Polysexual, LGBTQ+ QTIPOC alternative night of good vibes, drag, performances, and synth, house & disco music mash-ups

WAIT WHAT!

BearPit@BBB

Wavecore

www.outbristol.co.uk/bearpit Monthly night of fabulousness to support Bristol Bear Fiesta & Southern HiBearnation with DJ daddi turning up the heat with His funky vibe and a few camp classics too. Opening Hours 22:00-02:00 facebook.com/wavecorebristol An indulgent club night of decade-spanning, genre-hopping chaos, where any song goes as long as it makes you wanna move. it’s gonna get WEIRD. // lgbtq+ friendly!!

Dont Tell Your Mother

Horse Play

Psychodrama

People Like Us

Glitzy Girlz

Boogie Nights

Bitch Please

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Monthly LGBT+ Friends night,we say LGBT+ Friends because EVERYONE is welcome...as long as you like a good boogie & smile lots. Expect glitter, pop bangers, sequins, delicious disco, glitter & rude r’n’b & all round glamour!” heldon the first Saturday of every month.

www.outbristol.co.uk/horseplay A Club transformed into a disco stables; it’s a dirty underground club beneath a metal bar, with cheap beer and an intimate vibe. Opening Hours 22:00- Late www.outbristol.co.uk/psychodrama Held quarterly at the Queenshilling, we are a heterosexual-friendly, nearly 4-year-running, truly alternative LGBT club night. We play an eclectic mix of rock, indie, electro punk, Goth. queercore, EBM, industrial, and all the bits in-between.

www.outbristol.co.uk/people-like-us

People Like Us’ main aim is to create a safe dance space, where people can completely lose themselves to our unique style in dance music. Come n get some….! ;) love love disco love PLU ♥ :) xxxxxxxxxxxxx

www.outbristol.co.uk/glitzygirlz

Held monthly on the 4th Friday Glitzy is an established event which provides an opportunity for all those who are transgender to meet, dance, chat & make new friends. It is not exclusive to the girlz, but an event equally intended for FtM, MtF & their friends.

www.outbristol.co.uk/boogienights Held on the 4th Saturday of the month at the Bristol Bear Bar. Join us for another BOOGIE NIGHTS, our very own 70s & 80s Disco Party with DJ daddi. It’s Free Entry all night. Bar open from 7pm. www.outbristol.co.uk/bitchplease Bitch, Please! Is one of the hottest nights on the scene right now, bringing all kinds of scenes together, promotors ZenZero and Amour Ami invite DJs like Honey Dijon and The Black Madonna for fun and debauchery for all. A femme-forward LGBT+ and friends party by Rachael Williams & Mike Pony. Our goal is to create opportunities for more diversity in dance music & create safer spaces for people to connect with each other.

Club Events (Mixed)

www.outbristol.co.uk/events Eat Sleep Drag Repeat(ESDR) www.outbristol.co.uk/esdr ESDR are known for our high quality shows with exceptional guest artists. We search far and wide for the best UK drag talent, hosted by award winning Brighton Drag Prince Alfie Ordinary. Mutual Vibes www.outbristol.co.uk/mutualvibes Bringing you an eclectic fresh flip of funky house & vocals to live for! This twisted disco is packed full of uplifting vibes & feel good times. A night of memories & more to make through an electro trip of the old & new. HUSH www.outbristol.co.uk/hush The girls hijack the club for Hush, a colourful club night for all you brilliant LBTQ+ women, girls, gals & beautiful creatures. Featuring the best gal DJs, Hush promises a night of flirts, friends, laughter & unstoppable tunes. Punka

facebook.com/punkabristol Bristol based LGBT+ Alternative Club-night and gigs - championing womxn fronted music, all indie/rock, all the time! EVERYONE welcome.

Indigo Bristol

www.indigonetwork.co.uk Run by an all-women team, the sociable Indigo networking group offers lesbian/bi/queer women of the South West the chance to connect in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. suzanne@indigonetwork.co.uk www.outbristol.co.uk/members A friendly, fun events in chic environments for the discerning gay man for business, social & networking opportunities. Events take place throughout the year, & consist of a monthly Drinks Evening, Parties & Dining events.

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Karaoke Mondays

www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling Every Monday Karaoke from 9pm, Join us for Bristol’s best Monday night out! Over 20000 songs to choose from on a state of the art touch screen system, Rob Dowling brings you the fastest Karaoke show in the South West!!

What’s in the box

www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling Every Tuesday night at the Queenshilling we have cash up for grabs in What’s in the box, Hosted by the fabulous Sally Savage, Free entry all night. 22:00-02:00

Student Night

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Brizzle Boyz

www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling Our student night isThusrday night, 30% Discount on all drinks for all members of UOB LGBT+ Society, But everyone can benifit from £2.50 selected pints & spirits, Just ask at the bar to sign up for your QS Club Card 22:00-02:00 facebook.com/categoryisbristol A night dedicated to showcasing all the styles & veristility the British & European drag scene’s have to offfer. Along with our fabulous host Alyssa Van Delle, we will be opening our doors & celebrating the wonderful world of drag. www.facebook.com/BrizzleBoiz Bristol’s premier drag king night, serving the hottest talent on the queer punk cabaret scene. With your hosts Roddy Jodphurs and Oliver Assets! WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

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GAY VILLAGE

Gay Village, West End

11 OMG BAR

Welcome to the Gay Village in the West End. Centrally located within easy walking distance of the Train & Bus Stations & Bristol Shopping Quarter. The village venues are open day & night, the area is well connected & has events planned every night of the week. For all the latest details check www.outbristol.co.uk

4 Frogmore Street, BS1 5UX

OMG Bar combines a stylish, relaxed, yet lively atmosphere, an extensive cocktail menu, competitive pricing, and amazing sound system and light up dancefloor - It really is something special. Opening Times Mon -Wed 20:00-02:00 Thurs 20:00-03:00 Fri 20:00 - 02 :00 Sat:20:00-02:00 Sunday 20:00 - 03:00

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9 Frogmore Street, BS1 5NA

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The atmosphere in this Club is truly electric. Visit the website for up to date opening times DJ listings and details of theme nights. From stages and podiums, to comfortable seating areas, with premium drinks at reasonable prices and the friendliest staff around. www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling

1 Frog Lane, BS1 5UX

OMG is the South West’s busiest and biggest gay venue. It’s state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, buzzing atmosphere and competitive pricing have made OMG the incredible, lively club it is today. Opening Times: Wed - Fri:22:00-04:00 Sat:22:00-05:00.

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4 Frogmore Street, West Emd, Bristol, BS1 5UX Opening Hours Mon - Wed 20:00-02:00 Thurs 20:00-03:00 Fri 20:00 - 02:00 Sat 20:00 - 02:00 Sun 20:00 - 03:00

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Gay Village, Old Market Quarter

11 Exchange

Welcome to the Gay Village in the Old Market Quarter Centrally located within easy walking distance of the Train & Bus Stations & Bristol Shopping Quarter. The village venues are open day & night, the area is well connected & has events planned every night of the week and festival events throughout the year. For all the latest details check www.outbristol.co.uk 1 The Phoenix 1 Wellington Buildings, BS2 9DB Gay run & owned, this is the ONLY openly friendly bar catering to everyone who respects diversity that reflects this amazing city! Relax in a comfy friendly establishment. Opening Hours Mon-Tue 16:00-23:00 Wed-Fri 12:00-23:00 Sat 12:00-Late Sun 12:00-10:00 www.phoenixbristol.com/ 2 The Bristol Bear Bar 2-4 West Street,Bristol BS2 0BH UK’s only bespoke bear bar, with welcoming & friendly atmostphere it’s a must see for all Bears & non Bears Opening Hours Wed - Thur 19:00-23:30 Fri-Sat 19:0002:00 Sun 15:30-23:00

12 Old Market Tavern 29-30 Old Market Street, BS2 0BH A traditional pub in the centre of Bristol which serves food and has a beautiful traditional British beer garden. The pub also host quizs and events. Opening Hours Sun-Thurs 11:30-23:00 Fri 11:30-00:00 Sat 16:00-01:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/old-market-tavern

www.outbristol.co.uk/bristol-bear-bar 27-29 Midland Road ,BS2 0JT Enjoy great quality drinks, local beers & cocktails in this cosy setting or attend one of the regular live music events or visit the in house fashion boutique selling vintage & Bristol designed clothing & jewellery. Opening Times: Wed - Fri 17:00-23:00 Sat 17:00-00:00 Sun 15:00-22:00 4 The ILL Repute 16 West Street,BS2 0DF A jolly watering hole for those in search of help with their fermental health. We’re the place to be when you don’t want to (or can’t) go home. Beer, Wine, Spirits, Food and Entertainments. Opening Times: Mon Closed, Tues-Fri 16:00-22:00, Sat 11:00-22:00, Sun 11:00 - 22:00 5 The Old Castle Green 46 Gloucester Lane, Bristol BS2 0DP Dating back to 1775 this is one of the orginal pubs in the area. With a long history as an live entertainment venue and LGBT venue its a must visit. Run by Mike the venue has a welcoming atmosphere and great local entertainment Opening Times: Mon-Fri 07:00-23:00, Sat 08:00- 23:00, Sun 09:00 - 23:00 6 Old Market Assembley 23-25 West Street,BS2 0DF We’re a 100% independent bar & restaurant serving nutritious, locally sourced affordable food, home of the Wardrobe Theatre, a stage hosting local & touring bands & putting on wild party nights for all. We’re a cafe. We’re whatever you want us to be - an office, a cafe, a meeting room, a den, an escape or just a place to let loose. www.oldmarketassembley.co.uk 3 To The Moon

7 Lads Locker room

72-73 Old Market Street, BS2 0EJ Playing host to shows most nights of the week. Having hosted performances from a varied array of internally revered artists including The 1975, Four Tet, (the) Melvins, Diplo, Haim, Sick Of It All, to name but a few. Opening Hours Sun-Thurs 18:00-2300 Fri 18:00-03:00 Sat 18:45-04:00

13 Trinity Centre

Trinity Rd, St Jude’s, Bristol BS2 0NW Live music venue Bristol, Bristol gigs, cheap and affordable venue hire Bristol, community arts projects, free courses for young people, theatre and rehearsal WITH a long history of hosting LGBT+ events Community Opening Hours Mon-Sat 09:00- 17:00 Sun Closed Check website for listings www.trinitybristol.org.uk

14 Dare to club

1 Alfred Street, BS2 0RF A fantastic variety events space for all your quirks and kinks, from music/dance nights to swing, fetish and naturists nights, private parties, bday parties all kinds of parties . With 10 playrooms to explore, a fully equipped dungeon , a beautiful roof terrace, huge outdoor space, reception/bar area and a great size dance floor. For full details of what’s on or any enquires daretoclub.co.uk

15 The Fox

11 Victoria Road, St Phillips BS2 0UT Open 6 days a week. Renowned for our Carvery in Bristol we have opened this fantastic little eatery offering daily changing meats, homemade specials, homemade burgers, jacket potatoes and of course of deli counter with a great selection of salads. Opening Hours Mon-Thurs 08:00 - 14:00 Fri 08:00-14:00 16:00- 22:00 Sat 17:00- 22:00 Sun Closed

16 Motion

1 Alfred Street, BS2 0RF Voted as DJ Mag’s Best Large UK Club and #11 in the world! One of the worlds most exciting and ever evolving venues. Over the past few years Motion, the west countries leading underground music mecca has achieved immeasurable recognition not only for its larger than life parties week in and week out but for its undeniable commitment to underground dance music For more info see www.motionbristol.com

19-21 West Street,BS2 0DF A sauna and venue that caters for all Gay, Bi-sexual and Bi-curious men who wish to have the freedom to relax. Opening CURRENTLY Hours MonCLOSED Wed Closed FOR REFURBISHMENT Thur- Fri 14:00-00:00 Sat - Sun 00:00 - 00:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/ladslockerroom

8 Glitch / +44 07948 305888 48-49 Old Market Street, BS2 0EX Glitch is a revolutionary independent store with a hair salon, music venure, art gallery & will be also a small record store with a little cocktails bar. Opening times: Mon 14:00 - 20:00 Tues & Weds 11:00 - 20:00, Thurs 10:00 - 18:00,Fri 11:00 - 20:00, Sat 10:00 - 18:00 Sunday Closed www.glitchbristol.com 9 The Local 42a Old Market Street BS2 0EZ As the name suggests this is the Local store and Off Licence. This store has everything you need whether on a night out, a house party, a quite night in or your weekly shop. LGBT friendly & safe sex supplies sold. Opening Hours 24/7 Monday to Sunday 10 Eyecloud 50 Old Market St, Bristol BS2 0ER An Aladdin’s cave of nick nacks, a place in which to get Selling safe sex supplies, phone chargers & many items you need for a good weekend. Opening times: Mon Sun open day and evenings with a cash point as well.

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Nightlife

Phoenix Bar 1 Wellington Buildings, Champion Square, Bristol, BS2 9DB Opening Hours Mon - Wed 16:00-22:00 Thurs 16:00-22:30 Fri 12:00 - 23:00 Sat 12:00 - 00:00 Sun 13:00 - 21:00 Food is Served Tue-Thurs 17:00 - 21:00 Fri - Sun All day dining from 12 noon

The Phoenix has been prominent to the Bristol Pub scene for generations, since 1850 to be exact! It is still alive and kicking today! Being the only pub right next to Bristol’s Cabot Circus, with the 24 hour car park only a few steps away, it is virtually the only place in Cabots to have proper home cooked food. The Phoenix has an excellent selection of quality, locally produced ales (our breweries are all Bristol born and bred…or from around the vicinity) as well as crisp imported lager. The Phoenix is a must visit Bristol gem as this old public house has been lovingly restored and enhanced by top crafts people with an attention to detail which enhances the venues great and welcoming atmosphere on top of that we are the only very few places in Bristol that welcomes families with children and pets. phoenixbristol.com

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BRISTOL BEAR BAR 2 -4 WEST STREET, BRISTOL, BS2 0BH Opening Hours Wed - Thurs 19:00 -23:30 Fri & Sat 19:00 -02:00 Sun 15:30 - 23:00

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Bristol Bear Bar is the first and currently only, purpose built bear bar in the UK. Steve and his team welcome everyone to an attitude free and friendly bar. Open Thursday to Sunday you’ll find the bar in the heart of Bristol’s Gay Village at the crossroads where Old Market Street becomes West Street.

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Nightlife 27 - 29 Midland Road, BRISTOL, BS2 0JT Opening Hours Wed - Fri 17:00 -23:00 Sat 17:00 -12:00 Sun 15:00 - 22:00

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FOOD & DRINK LGBT+ OWNED OR FRIENDLY VENUES

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Food & Drink Old Market Assembly 25 West Street, Old Market Quarter, BS2 0DF www.oldmarketassembly.co.uk 0117 373 8199 Opening Hours Mon-Thurs 10:00-00:00 Fri-Sat 10:00-01:00 Sun 10:00-23:00 bookings@oldmarketassembly.co.uk

We’re a restaurant serving nutritious, locally sourced affordable food. We’re the new home of the Wardrobe Theatre. We’re a bakery serving freshly baked bread and cakes to eat in or take away. We’re a stage hosting local and touring bands (always free to see). We’re a bar serving local beers, ales & spirits. We’re a cafe offering the finest coffees, teas, herbals and chai’s. We’re 100% independent. We’re whatever you want us to be- an office, a cafe, a meeting room, a den, an escape or just a place to let loose. Follow us on Twitter: @OMABristol Instagram: @OldMarketAssembly

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Food & Drink Phoenix Bar 1 Wellington Buildings, Champion Square, Bristol, BS2 9DB Opening Hours Mon - Wed 16:00-22:00 Thurs 16:00-22:30 Fri 12:00 - 23:00 Sat 12:00 - 00:00 Sun 13:00 - 21:00 Food is Served Tue-Thurs 17:00 - 21:00 Fri - Sun All day dining from 12 noon

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Have you tried our food yet? Why not pop in try one of our specials we are ideally located for lunch time meal or after work and serve food till late. The venue has free Wifi and has one of the most relaxing & welcoming atmospheres in the city. WWW.OUTBRISTOL.CO.UK

OUT BRISTOL

PRIDE SEASON LGBT+ RUN OR FRIENDLY FESTIVALS

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Welcome to Out Bristol

Out Bristol is the definitive destination for the LGBT communities in the dual city region of the West of England established in 2008 Out Bristol is the community hub consisting of an online virtual community centre linking to all the support services and social groups for the LGBT communities. The website is the LGBT tourism and visitor centre for the region, with information on where to stay, attractions, festivals and the LGBT Scene. Last but by no means least the website is also home to the Out Bristol magazine and supplements, with features, what’s on, fashion,listings and an extensive community section. Local or visiting Out Bristol curates the contemporary to the cultural. Whether you are a local or visiting Bristol for the first time this guide alongside the website www.outbristol.co.uk has all you need to know about the LGBT communities, the scene, the city and the five LGBT festivals we host in the city through out the year. We would like to thank you for visiting us and supporting Out Bristol.

Bristol

Bristol’s unconventional urbanity gives the city its distinctive character.

A City Of Urban Villages

Bristol is one of the UK’s eight core cities, home to leading companies from the creative, technological, financial, micro electronics, environmental, aerospace, advanced engineering and service industries. Colston Hall /West End

Bedminster

Bristol is made up of several diverse urban villages with their own distinctive characteristics. The city is constantly evolving, refusing to stand still. It’s unconventional urbanity, young and multi ethnic neighborhoods means that Bristol is a world leading resilient city.

West Street / Old Market Quarter

Stokes Croft

St Nicks Market / Old City

Bristol Shopping Quarter

Bristol is the UK’s Festival City

Carnival / St Pauls

Oh and Bristol also has......

Millenium Square / Harbourside

www.outbristol.co.uk/festivals LGBT History Month www.outbristol.co.uk/lgbthistory February each year is LGBT History Month. In Bristol a voluntary group that presents events and information about the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history of Bristol.

Festivals

Bear Fiesta

Swindon & Wiltshire Pride www.swindonwiltshirepride.co.uk

Festivals

Bristol Pride

www.outbristol.co.uk/bristol-bear-fiesta Held in the first weekend in June each year Bristol plays host to the Bristol Bear fiesta.these events are always well attended, check out the website for the latest information. www.outbristol.co.uk/bristol-bear-fiesta www.pridebristol.co.uk A week long festival which goes out with a bang with the Parade & Pride event, hosting music & performances from local and national acts, community stands in the heart of the city. Held first week of July.

Southern Hibearnation www.outbristol.co.uk/southern-hibearnation Held in the first weekend in December each year Bristol in the Old Market Quarter Gay Village plays host to Southern Hibernation Bear Fesitval. These events are always well attended. UK Leather Pride www.ukleatherpride.com A fantastic weekend of leather fun designed to celebrate the LGBT+ leather community. We’ve lined up a range of events including social and workshops. www.outbristol.co.uk/uk-leather-pride. Trans Pride South West www.outbristol.co.uk/transpridesw Promoting & celebrating diversity of Transgender, Non-Binary, Intersex, & Gender variant individuals. Encouraging awareness, openness & interaction. Trans Pride is 23 September 2017 IDAHOT Day www.outbristol.co.uk/idahotday The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia is observed on May 17 & aims to coordinate international events that raise awareness of LGBT rights violations & stimulate interest in LGBT rights worldwide. World Aids Day www.outbristol.co.uk/worldaidsday World Aids Day is observed on 1 December every year & aims to coordinate international events that raise awareness of HIV & AIDS worldwide. The events is also a day of remberence to those who have been lost

Bath LGBT+ Pride

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Bath LGBT+ Pride is a celebration where LGBT+ groups, organisations and members of the community can meet, socialize and learn about the services on offer for them in Bath and celebrate the diversity of the city with other communities.

Launched in 2008, with the first ever Pride festival being held in Swindon. In 2009, the Pride event was expanded to incorporate Swindon & Wiltshire Pride. Held in the Town Gardens, Swindon. The atmosphere within the park is vibrant and the Bowl Stage provides the perfect setting for a wonderful event.

Weston-Super-Mare Pride www.wsmpride.com The annual celebration of LGBT+ equality and diversity held in Weston- Super-Mare. Kicking off the day with a parade the celebrations continue in the beautiful victorian Grove Park with community stands & entertainment. Gloucestershire Pride

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Gloucestershire Pride is a community focused organisation that aims to promote LGBT&I awareness over the whole year through various events, including in the Gloucestershire Pride Event day every June. Gloucestershire Pride also aims to act as an anchor for the LGBT&I community in Gloucestershire.

Holocaust memorial day

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Holocaust Memorial Day takes place on 27 January each year. It’s a time for everyone to pause to remember the millions of people who have been murdered or whose lives have been changed beyond recognition during the Holocaust and in subsequent genocides Trans Day of Remembrance(TDOR) www.outbristol.co.uk/tdor

(TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of those whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Started by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith. Bi Visibility day www.bivisibilityday.com Bi Visibility Day, also known as International Celebrate Bisexuality Day, has been marked each year since 1999 to highlight biphobia and to help people find the bisexual community. Student Pride

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Held in London the three day spectacle celebrates our mission to be the pride of conversation. Centered around a daytime festival free at the point of entry with panels, the largest free LGBT job fair, a performance stage and so much more. This is the centrepiece of a whole weekend of events held in February each year.

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FEBRUARY

lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk

darklands.be

easterberlin.de

birminghampride.com

www.gaysitgespride.com

www.stpaulscarnival.net prideinlondon.org

bristolharbourfestival.co.uk

www.bathcarnival.co.uk

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bristolballoonfiesta.co.uk

www.fetishweek.com

bristolpride.co.uk

WWW.UKBLACKPRIDE.ORG.UK

www.manchesterpride.com

www.fetisheurope.berlin

manchesterleathermen.com