Links to our LGB/T community partners
Some of our local voluntary and community partners are listed below.
This page is still being written: please contact us to let us know of gaps you think ought to be filled. A page of links to our non-LGB/T partners and stakeholders is in preparation.
Upcoming Events
Below are a couple of upcoming events for your diaries from the local groups:
CHILLOUT in AUGUST
Get Sunday 17th August in your diary now! Join us on a picnic walk at Maiden Castle just outside Dorchester. Bring your own picnic and drink. If you want to bring along food to share -- that's great. Bring your friends, your kids, your dogs, whatever. And remember to bring good walking shoes and decent sun block (we live in hope). After a stroll round the ramparts of the castle - some of us might want to go and see Max Gate, the house that Thomas Hardy built. That's billed for later in the afternoon - and we'll get a guided tour for which a donation of £2 is suggested.
Meet in Maiden Castle carpark at 12midday. Maiden Castle is 2 miles south of Dorchester. Access off A354, north of bypass. The carpark is at the end of Maiden Castle Rd off the B3147. Admission Free.
Cornwall Pride
Saturday August 23rd in Truro. This will be the first ever Cornwall Pride so head down to Truro and join in the celebrations. It is sure to be a fantastic day, whatever the weather!
For more info check out www.cornwallpride.com
Pink Picnic Glastonbury
Saturday August 30th is the second Pink Picnic in Glastonbury and will be at Abbey Park, Fisher's Hill, Glastonbury. So fill up those hampers, pack the bubbly and head down for an informal afternoon of indulgence in those fine foods you know you want to take.
The picnic will run from 12pm - 4pm.
Links
National, and outside the peninsula
National Consortium of LGBT Community and Voluntary Organisations
FFLAG (Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gay Men)
Lesbian and Gay Christian Movement
Imaan (LGBT Muslim community)
London Lesbian and Gay Switchboard
Beaumont Society: This is the South West branch of the Beaumont Society, a national organisation for Transsexual / cross-dressing / transvestite people. Provides safe venues to socialise and helpline for info, support and details of local events around Exeter. Group meets at Clyst St George. Tel--(01398) 371142 7-9pm
FFLAG (Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gay Men): South West helpline (Sorrel),
So Out South West: Organising activities for gay men who are disabled Tel-- (01179) 560554 so.out (at) virgin.net
Western Boys: Social and support group for female to male (FTM) transexuals in the South West. Meets once a month in Taunton. Most meetings restricted to FTMs but some are open to others. Tel-- 07811 814302
Gay Cornwall: The online guide to Cornwall's LGBT venues, accomodation, businesses and social groups.
Gay Devon: Find out about LGBT life in Plymouth, Torbay, Exeter and Devon.
Gay Dorset: Covering gay life across Dorset.
Gay Somerset: The biggest online guide to LGBT Somerset
Gay Bournemouth: Bournemouth's best online gay guide. User profiles, busy forum and the latest news.
QUIP: Queers Into Performance. www.quip.org.uk myfaerieking@btinternet.com
Cornwall Gay Men's Health Programme: Offers advice regarding safe sex (including condoms by post) to gay and bisexual men. The programme aims to help mainstream services meet the health needs of gay and bisexual men, through advice and consultancy and developing appropriate resources and training. Tel--(01209) 313419
Cornwall Lesbian Line: Telephone helpline for lesbians and bisexual women in Cornwall. Tel-- (01736) 754225.
Broken Rainbow Cornwall provides help for LGB/T people in Cornwall who are affected by domestic violence and abuse within a same-sex relationship or in their family. Open weekdays 10:00-13:30, 14:30-17:00; Wednesdays open till 21:00. Tel-- 0800 5875 247. E-mail brcornwall (at) hotmail.com.
Cornwall LGB/T Switchboard: E-mail help providing information and support for LGBT people in Cornwall. gayinfocornwall (at) aol.com
CLAN (Creative Lesbians Activities Network): For lesbians who enjoy creative activities. Various events taking place. Email--creativelan (at) onetel.com
Outback: Newsletter for lesbians in Cornwall including news, listings and topical info. outbackcornwall (at) yahoo.co.uk
Pink Umbrella: Self-help group for LGBT people involved with mental health services in Cornwall. Tel--(01872) 222141
Blackdowns Social Group: Social group providing an outlet and support for gay men in the South West. Meets over a wide area - from Bradford on Tone in North to Dawlish in the South - on first Saturday of the month. Tel--(07969) 875308 Web--
Curvies: LGBT group based in Devonport, Plymouth. curvies2003devonport (at) hotmail.co.uk
Devon MALE: Domestic Violence Project for Men. Provides outreach and confidential support for gay, bisexual and transgender people in Devon. Helpline--(08450) 646800
Eddystone Trust (Plymouth): HIV / AIDS / STI support, prevention, awareness-training, LGBT info and support Tel--(01752) 257077 www.eddystone.org.uk
Eddystone Trust (Torbay): HIV / AIDS / STI support, prevention, awareness-training, LGBT info and support Tel--(01803) 380692 www.eddystone.org.uk
Gay Men Together: Social group for gay men held on the 2nd Sunday of the month usually in Totnes, meeting at 7.30pm. Tel--David on 07817 066468 and Rob on 07971 486004
GAY BAR AT TJ'S 7.30pm till late. Background music. Come and make new friends at TJ's Bar, Fore St, Tiverton. (opposite Angels Fly South - small orange and green alleyway leading down to TJ's in the basement).
Gay Men's Social Group Torquay: A place to meet away from the scene and all the pressures this can bring. Tel--07752 514574
Gay Men's Quit Smoking Group: All gay group to help gay men to quit smoking in a suitable environment. Tel--David Parkes (01392) 207462
Gay Outdoor Club Devon: Social group meeting for outdoor activities such as walks. Tel--07752 514574
Gay Tango: 1st Fri of the month. An Introduction to Argentinian Tango (an improvisational dance) set to some great music. We have a lesson of about an hour from Ruth who is a very experienced teacher, then we share food that we bring and have time for more dancing. Tel--David on 07817 066468
GLEN (Gay and Lesbian Equestrian Network): GLEN is a new club for all gay, lesbian and bisexual people with an interest in horses and horse-riding. GLENetwork (at) hotmail.co.uk
Hiking Dykes Exeter: Women going for walks around Exeter and Devon. First Sunday of the month, between 5 and 8 miles. hikingdykesexeter (at) hotmail.com
Hiking Dykes Plymouth: Women going for walks around Plymouth. First Sunday of the month, between 5 and 8 miles. hikingdykesplymouth (at) hotmail.com
Kushbai: LGBT Youth group based in Paignton. Tel--07714 411721
Lesbian & Gay Christian Movement Devon: A group for lesbians and gay Christians to meet and worship. Fully ecumenical. Group meets on the 3rd Sat of every other month. Tel--(01460) 220414
Meet in Devon: Social group meeting in Tiverton. Contact LOLA - 01884 254911
MCC Torbay: The Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan Community Churches is a Christian Church founded in and reaching beyond the Gay and Lesbian communities. Tel--(01803) 520713
Network of Sisters: Group for women in Plymouth with meetings to discuss women's issues, socialise and meet other people. Tel--(01752) 297907
LGB Health Project North & East Devon: Sexual health and LGB awareness project. Tel--(01392) 207405
Outskirts: Newsletter and Social Group for women in Devon. devon.outskirts (at) virgin.net
PALS: Lesbian Activity / Social Group. Plymouth-based social, once a month. Tel--Liz (01752) 309490
Plymouth Out Youth Project: We are a friendly group of LGBTQ young people (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Trans or those questioning their sexual orientation) aged between 13 and 25 in the Plymouth area. We meet every week between 6.00pm and 8.00pm in the city centre and provide a safe space where young people can meet other LGBTQ young people as well as getting information, advice and guidance. Oh yes, we have FUN as well !! Qualified and experienced Youth Workers are always available to support the group. Tel--(07791) 652486
Plymouth Pride Forum: Community group meeting monthly providing a safe space for LGBT people to discuss political, community and social issues. Tea/Coffee after meeting. info (at) plymouthprideforum.org.uk Tel--(07910) 154813. Website www.plymouthprideforum.org.uk.
RESPECT Youth Group: Support group in North Devon for LGB and unsure young people 16-25. The group meets weekly at a safe, welcoming and supportive location. all contact is confidential. Write to: PO Box 224, Barnstaple, EX31 2ZX www.respectlgb.org respectlgbu (at) yahoo.co.uk Tel--(07929) 829578
SWOLLOWS (South West Older Lesbians): Meet on the last Saturday of the month in Exeter, 13:30 - 17:00, starting with a shared lunch. Tel--(07792) 933162
Tiverton Coffee Morning. The last Saturday of every month Number 3, a gay B&B in Tiverton, will be holding a Coffee Morning/Afternoon where you can come and meet other guys for a chat, relax and unwind. We will be open at 10.30am but would like to know if you will be coming so it gives us some idea of interest and numbers. You can let us know through the website at www.number3.co.uk There is limited parking at Number 3 but we will reply with directions and alternative parking. Call 07977 134948 for more information.
Torbay Pride Support: Fundraising committee organising social and community events to raise money primarily for the Eddystone Trust, but also some other organisations/individuals. For people in the Torbay area. Tel--(01803) 380692
Torbay Lesbian Group: A sub-group of the newly-formed (Summer 2005) Torbay Women's Network.
Women on Wednesdays: Social group for women in Exeter. Tel--(07814) 198475
X-Plore Youth Group: LGBT youth group based in Exeter for under 25's. Tel--(07867) 570944
Bourne Free: Committee of people from the Bournemouth area who came together to organise events to celebrate equality and diversity in Bournemouth. Web--www.bournefree.co.uk
Bridport Young Gay Group: A social and support group for young gay, lesbian, bi, trans and unsure young people to meet in a safe space and enjoy each others company. Tel--07900 364351
Dorset ChillOut: An informal coffee posse where LGBT people can chat, make new friends and network. It is an alternative to the scene where you can meet up in a relaxed environment. There is a £1 door cover to help cover the costs of staffing the venue. The venue is in Dorchester and the group has exclusive use of it once a month on a Sunday. For exact dates and more information contact songtraveller@hotmail.co.uk.
Dorset Gay Mens Health: Service set up to improve the general health of gay men in Dorset. Tel--01202 257478
Dorset L&G Helpline: Helpline providing information and listening support for LGBT people in Dorset. Helpline--(01202) 318822
Dorset Gay Outdoor Club: Social group meeting for outdoor activities such as walks.
MCC Bournemouth: Church faith group open to whole community. Regular services and community work, also discussion groups, community support and events at Over the Rainbow. Tel:(01202) 430888 www.mccbournemouth.co.uk
MSC Bournemouth: The MSC Bournemouth is a place for Gay Men and Lesbians who are interested in Leather, Rubber, Uniform, Denim, Western, Biker and Skinhead gear / lifestyle.
Over The Rainbow: Community Centre in Bournemouth - offering a safe place in the centre of Bournemouth and a wide range of services to, the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gay-friendly community. Tel--(01202) 257478
Space Youth Group (Weymouth & Bournemouth): Youth group in Bournemouth meets at the Over the Rainbow Centre from 5-8pm on Fridays. Youth group in Weymouth meets at Wades (Childrens Society Building) from 6-9pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. Tel--(07973) 405280
Women of Wessex: Very active social group for all ages, monthly newsletter, regular events. Tel--(07989) 266245
Blackdowns Social Group: Social group providing an outlet and support for gay men in the South West. Meets over a wide area - from Bradford on Tone in North to Dawlish in the South - on first Saturday of the month. Tel--(07969) 875308 Web--
Gay Outdoor Club Somerset: Social group meeting for outdoor activities such as walks. Tel--(01225) 335177
Gay West: Provides a social network for Gay men, Lesbians, Bi-sexuals and the Transgendered, particularly at those who are not scene orientated. Social events (Saturday morning Rainbow Café) and links with other groups in the community. Tel--0870 811 1990
MCC Bath: Living Springs MCC Bath is a church of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered Communities welcoming all people to share in an adventure of Spirituality and Faith. Meets at the United Reformed Church Halls, Grove Street, Bath. Tel--(01225) 851676 www.mccbath.org.uk
Somerset Gay Health: LGBT sexual health and personal well being. Also runs Lesbian and Gay Switchboard Somerset, and youth groups in Taunton, Wells, and Frome. Tel--(01823) 327076
Eat Out in Taunton: Each 3rd Tuesday of the month. Group for LGBT and the open0minded. For venue, directions, menu choices and for booking your place(s), email eatoutintaunton@hotmail.co.uk.