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Welcome to our lgbt groups page. We are not the only lgbt group in our area, and it's great to join and support many! |
It is brilliant that Dorset has a growing variety of LGBT+ groups locally catering for a range of interests /needs. We help to promote them all here. We also list some regional and national groups below, that may be of interest to you, your friends and networks.
We also welcome the growing number of LGBT+ groups who visit our area each year. Examples being OutDoor Lads, Gay West, LGBT Sailing & Cruising, GLUG, and more, infomation below. We like to list their events on our very popular The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events page.
Sroll down to see:-
Groups with regular events in Weymouth, Portland, Dorchester & Bridport
Groups slightly outside our area
Regional and National LGBT+ groups
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Interested in Dorset LGBT+ Community Events?
Wow!
Over May, June & July 2025 we listed a WHOPPING 240+ local Dorset LGBT+ Community events on our events page!
Over 110 events listed over September & October 2025!
See - The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
Dorset has a very active LGBT+ Community with lots of events! Let's celebrate, join in and enjoy!
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For all the Dorset Pride events (seven in 2025!) check out our page here - and pull down the menu (on your PC/laptop best)
See info about 16 (wow!) Dorset Prides, past, present and future - in many Dorset towns.
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Do you belong to a group missing below? - tell us, tell everyone!
Contact info - Just a suggestion - Most of the well established groups listed below as you will see, have multiple ways of contact, through websites and a range of social media as well as email. Some even have a phone contact number. If you are running a social group for our Dorset LGBT+ Community and seeking new members, then PLEASE consider having multiple ways of contact especially as not everyone does social media or are even online! PLUS they may well be the lonely people in our Dorset LGBT+ Community that are reaching out for a social group like yours to join!
This page was last updated on 30/10/2025. If any details need to be updated / changed please contact us.
email [email protected] Listing is not a recommendation from WGG, just for your information.
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We also welcome the growing number of LGBT+ groups who visit our area each year. Examples being OutDoor Lads, Gay West, LGBT Sailing & Cruising, GLUG, and more, infomation below. We like to list their events on our very popular The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events page.
Sroll down to see:-
Groups with regular events in Weymouth, Portland, Dorchester & Bridport
Groups slightly outside our area
Regional and National LGBT+ groups
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Interested in Dorset LGBT+ Community Events?
Wow!
Over May, June & July 2025 we listed a WHOPPING 240+ local Dorset LGBT+ Community events on our events page!
Over 110 events listed over September & October 2025!
See - The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
Dorset has a very active LGBT+ Community with lots of events! Let's celebrate, join in and enjoy!
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For all the Dorset Pride events (seven in 2025!) check out our page here - and pull down the menu (on your PC/laptop best)
See info about 16 (wow!) Dorset Prides, past, present and future - in many Dorset towns.
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Do you belong to a group missing below? - tell us, tell everyone!
Contact info - Just a suggestion - Most of the well established groups listed below as you will see, have multiple ways of contact, through websites and a range of social media as well as email. Some even have a phone contact number. If you are running a social group for our Dorset LGBT+ Community and seeking new members, then PLEASE consider having multiple ways of contact especially as not everyone does social media or are even online! PLUS they may well be the lonely people in our Dorset LGBT+ Community that are reaching out for a social group like yours to join!
This page was last updated on 30/10/2025. If any details need to be updated / changed please contact us.
email [email protected] Listing is not a recommendation from WGG, just for your information.
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Weymouth Gay Group (WGG)
Thats us! Weymouths longest running (18 years in 2026!) LGBT+ group. Swan Pub Mondays table 26 by fire exit, 8pm - late. Thursdays "Meals Out!" at various venues around Weymouths harbour side and seafront.
Lots more info see our page here:- https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/wgg-events.html
More info:-
Website https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/
email [email protected]
Phone ?
Address / venue The Swan (Wetherspoons) 41-43 St Thomas St, Weymouth DT4 8EH Mondays 8pm table 26 by fire exit
LGBT Consortium member Yes https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/weymouth-gay-group/
Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/weymouthgaygroup.bsky.social
WhatsApp group Yes (For guys who attend regularly )
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Thats us! Weymouths longest running (18 years in 2026!) LGBT+ group. Swan Pub Mondays table 26 by fire exit, 8pm - late. Thursdays "Meals Out!" at various venues around Weymouths harbour side and seafront.
Lots more info see our page here:- https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/wgg-events.html
More info:-
Website https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/
email [email protected]
Phone ?
Address / venue The Swan (Wetherspoons) 41-43 St Thomas St, Weymouth DT4 8EH Mondays 8pm table 26 by fire exit
LGBT Consortium member Yes https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/weymouth-gay-group/
Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/weymouthgaygroup.bsky.social
WhatsApp group Yes (For guys who attend regularly )
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Weymouth Gay Women (WGW) (updated 10/07/2025)
This much welcomed and needed new social group for LGBTQ+ Women has met up many times in Weymouth during 2023 & 2024. They now have regular weekly meetups in Weymouth during 2025, many of them around Weymouth's harbourside for "Thirsty Thursdays"! If you identify as LGBTQ+ woman, please support these meet ups and meet new friends! They also have a variety of other events during the week. Karen and Janet are organisers.
In an email (Jan 2025) to Weymouth Gay Group, Karen said:-
We are a social group for LGBTQIA+ women based in Weymouth & surrounding areas. We meet up regularly for drinks, meals, coffee, walks etc. We now tend to be meeting weekly on Thursday's, our next one is this week 30th January 2025 from 6pm, the Kings Arms, Weymouth. This event may move around, so best to check out page directly for updates.
Previusly she said:-
"Join us for an informal meet up for lesbian, bisexual and queer women and non-binary people. Several people have asked recently if there's a space for queer women to get together in Weymouth. All LGBTQ+ women and nb folks welcome!* We'd like to arrange more like this in the future and would love to meet others interested in supporting local get - togethers. Hope to see you there! *explicitly trans inclusive
Karen & Janet are organisers.
More info:-
Website ?
email ?
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member ?
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ?
FB - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280567109276343
We list their Weymouth events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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This much welcomed and needed new social group for LGBTQ+ Women has met up many times in Weymouth during 2023 & 2024. They now have regular weekly meetups in Weymouth during 2025, many of them around Weymouth's harbourside for "Thirsty Thursdays"! If you identify as LGBTQ+ woman, please support these meet ups and meet new friends! They also have a variety of other events during the week. Karen and Janet are organisers.
In an email (Jan 2025) to Weymouth Gay Group, Karen said:-
We are a social group for LGBTQIA+ women based in Weymouth & surrounding areas. We meet up regularly for drinks, meals, coffee, walks etc. We now tend to be meeting weekly on Thursday's, our next one is this week 30th January 2025 from 6pm, the Kings Arms, Weymouth. This event may move around, so best to check out page directly for updates.
Previusly she said:-
"Join us for an informal meet up for lesbian, bisexual and queer women and non-binary people. Several people have asked recently if there's a space for queer women to get together in Weymouth. All LGBTQ+ women and nb folks welcome!* We'd like to arrange more like this in the future and would love to meet others interested in supporting local get - togethers. Hope to see you there! *explicitly trans inclusive
Karen & Janet are organisers.
More info:-
Website ?
email ?
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member ?
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ?
FB - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1280567109276343
We list their Weymouth events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Open Table Weymouth - LGTBQIA+ worship
Note:- Following Juliets move away, we hope to bring you updated info here soon. The Open Table events are still running we hear. More upto date info ask Tony at our WGG pub meet ups.
09/08/2024 Juliet said:-
Here at Open Table Weymouth, we are learning from our network of churches around the UK, how to offer a safe, inclusive place for members of the LGTBQIA+ community, their friends, families and allies. We recognise that churches can sometimes be a tricky place to settle into, for anyone, and for LGTBQIA+ especially - seeking a genuine, inclusive place to explore faith, and connect with Christianity in a way that only and always speaks of LOVE.
We gather from 6pm on the first Sunday of the month. This gives us chance to catch up with one another, get parked up, and ready for worship which begins at 6.30pm. The services will vary each month. Sometimes a Holy Communion will happen, where we receive bread and wine that has been blessed and made special by one of the ministers. Other times, we will share stories, read scripture and sing songs, as we share an ‘agape’ meal. We do hope that you find a place with us, we can’t wait to welcome you, your friends, families and allies.
God bless you Rev Juliet (Vicar of Holy Trinity)
More info:-
Website https://www.holytrinityweymouth.org/open-table-network/
email [email protected]
Phone 07729 505924 or 07554 709236
Address / venue Holly Trinity Church Trinity Road, Weymouth DT4 8TJ
LGBT Consortium member ?
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ?
We list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Note:- Following Juliets move away, we hope to bring you updated info here soon. The Open Table events are still running we hear. More upto date info ask Tony at our WGG pub meet ups.
09/08/2024 Juliet said:-
Here at Open Table Weymouth, we are learning from our network of churches around the UK, how to offer a safe, inclusive place for members of the LGTBQIA+ community, their friends, families and allies. We recognise that churches can sometimes be a tricky place to settle into, for anyone, and for LGTBQIA+ especially - seeking a genuine, inclusive place to explore faith, and connect with Christianity in a way that only and always speaks of LOVE.
We gather from 6pm on the first Sunday of the month. This gives us chance to catch up with one another, get parked up, and ready for worship which begins at 6.30pm. The services will vary each month. Sometimes a Holy Communion will happen, where we receive bread and wine that has been blessed and made special by one of the ministers. Other times, we will share stories, read scripture and sing songs, as we share an ‘agape’ meal. We do hope that you find a place with us, we can’t wait to welcome you, your friends, families and allies.
God bless you Rev Juliet (Vicar of Holy Trinity)
More info:-
Website https://www.holytrinityweymouth.org/open-table-network/
email [email protected]
Phone 07729 505924 or 07554 709236
Address / venue Holly Trinity Church Trinity Road, Weymouth DT4 8TJ
LGBT Consortium member ?
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ?
We list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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LGBT+ Side - Portland meetups. NEW on Portland 2023/4
When: last Wednesday each month. 6 - 8.pm At: b-side, 77 Fortuneswell, DT5 1LY
Advance booking required!
Rocca says:- "We are a family of LGBTQIA+ people who look out for and after each other. We meet up on the last Wednesday of each month, at b-side, 77 Fortuneswell, Isle of Portland. We aim to provide a safe, creative, brave, caring, and careful space for our beautiful, broad, and diverse community. A wide variety of very interesting topics each month, with some great food too! LGBT+ Side meetups at b-side Portland has had an incredible few months of opera, salsa, performance art, film night, costume making, and Pride!" Hot food and invited guests at each session. They have a great WhatsAPP group with lots of local members, and sub groups. Well worth joining if you are local. They also run the wonderful Tiny LGBT Library at B-side.
More info:-
Websites
LGBT+ side https://b-side.org.uk/?s=LGBT
Tiny LGBT Library at B-side, little.tinylibrary.co.uk/
email ?
Phone text Rocca on 07931 183804
Address / venue b-side, 77 Fortuneswell, DT5 1LY
LGBT Consortium member ?
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ? Yes. Very active. HUGE number of local followers, also with sub groups. Well worth joining.
We Weymouth Gay Group love this group! They have achived so much for the full LGBT+ community in such a short time. We list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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When: last Wednesday each month. 6 - 8.pm At: b-side, 77 Fortuneswell, DT5 1LY
Advance booking required!
Rocca says:- "We are a family of LGBTQIA+ people who look out for and after each other. We meet up on the last Wednesday of each month, at b-side, 77 Fortuneswell, Isle of Portland. We aim to provide a safe, creative, brave, caring, and careful space for our beautiful, broad, and diverse community. A wide variety of very interesting topics each month, with some great food too! LGBT+ Side meetups at b-side Portland has had an incredible few months of opera, salsa, performance art, film night, costume making, and Pride!" Hot food and invited guests at each session. They have a great WhatsAPP group with lots of local members, and sub groups. Well worth joining if you are local. They also run the wonderful Tiny LGBT Library at B-side.
More info:-
Websites
LGBT+ side https://b-side.org.uk/?s=LGBT
Tiny LGBT Library at B-side, little.tinylibrary.co.uk/
email ?
Phone text Rocca on 07931 183804
Address / venue b-side, 77 Fortuneswell, DT5 1LY
LGBT Consortium member ?
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ? Yes. Very active. HUGE number of local followers, also with sub groups. Well worth joining.
We Weymouth Gay Group love this group! They have achived so much for the full LGBT+ community in such a short time. We list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Jurassic Pride - NEW! 2025 social meet up group Bridport (Posted on our Pride page first 03/07/2025)
Bridport now has a NEW social group called "Jurassic Pride". They have started (in 2025) having social meet ups in Bridport, and are a most welcomed addition to the family of Dorset LGBT+ groups & organisations. They are well organised, a CIC, and have some great ideas, plus brill marketing too!
They said:- Join us for an evening of fun and connection with the LGBTQ+ community. Let's celebrate love, diversity, and friendship in a welcoming environment. Don't miss out on the opportunity to meet new friends and enjoy a fantastic evening together. See you there!
Gender Neutral Toilet Map Jurassic Pride is actively collating and mapping all Gender Neutral facilities in the West Dorset area - and beyond - centering on Bridport. More info on the Jurassic Pride website.
Weymouth Gay Group love this new group! Such a pleasure to meet during Dorchesters Pop Up Pride 2025. They are such a nice welcoming group of young adults. Community focused, with lots of good ideas, great marketing, and energy to make things happen! Well worth supporting.
More info:-
Website https://jurassicpride.co.uk/
email [email protected]
Phone ?
Address / venue Goose & Badger Café & Bar 35 South Street Bridport DT6 3NY
LGBT Consortium member ?
Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/jurassicpride.bsky.social
WhatsApp group Yes (new October 2025)
We, Weymouth Gay Group list their Bridport events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Bridport now has a NEW social group called "Jurassic Pride". They have started (in 2025) having social meet ups in Bridport, and are a most welcomed addition to the family of Dorset LGBT+ groups & organisations. They are well organised, a CIC, and have some great ideas, plus brill marketing too!
They said:- Join us for an evening of fun and connection with the LGBTQ+ community. Let's celebrate love, diversity, and friendship in a welcoming environment. Don't miss out on the opportunity to meet new friends and enjoy a fantastic evening together. See you there!
Gender Neutral Toilet Map Jurassic Pride is actively collating and mapping all Gender Neutral facilities in the West Dorset area - and beyond - centering on Bridport. More info on the Jurassic Pride website.
Weymouth Gay Group love this new group! Such a pleasure to meet during Dorchesters Pop Up Pride 2025. They are such a nice welcoming group of young adults. Community focused, with lots of good ideas, great marketing, and energy to make things happen! Well worth supporting.
More info:-
Website https://jurassicpride.co.uk/
email [email protected]
Phone ?
Address / venue Goose & Badger Café & Bar 35 South Street Bridport DT6 3NY
LGBT Consortium member ?
Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/jurassicpride.bsky.social
WhatsApp group Yes (new October 2025)
We, Weymouth Gay Group list their Bridport events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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"This is Me" Dorchester Trangender+ All LGBT+ people welcome
(posted here Oct/2021 updated 01/01/2022 updated again 25/06/2022, more updates with venue change 06/07/2023 another venue change 01/05/2024, another change! meeting fortnightly 03/10/2024)
Note update 20/09/2025. "This is Me" now has a new website - see - https://thisismedorset.site.pro/ and change of venue in Dorchester to Tom Browns pub Dorchester with a monthly meet up. They have closed their Poole meet ups due to lack of attendance.
This group run by Bridport based Anabelle and Debs has been running for several years with many name and venue (not always their fault) changes recently (plus website change). Thus it has not built up the social following that it may well have benefited from.
They started as Bridport LGBT group many years ago, but when that folded took over Steves Weymouth based Crossdresing and Transgender group at a Weymouth pub. Steves orginal group was an informal evening for all transgender, tv's, cd's, tg's and gender diverse people, their friends & allies meeting up wekly in a back street pub. This thrived for a while, highlighting the need for such a group.
More recently, "This is Me" had a Poole meet up, which has also folded after a short time, due to lack of people attending.
(We are unaware of any publicity / promotion about this that they may have done to promote their Poole venue?)
They also run a "Rainbow gifts" stall selling a range of rainbow goodies and gifts at Pride events, many of which are at Prides outide Dorset.
They are also have a "shop" on their website.
Venue History:-
Presently (2025) meeting up monthly at Tom Browns Pub Dorchester.
Update (01/05/2024) New venue - Goldies, 36 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HN (from May 7th 2024)
Update: - (06/07/2023) - New venue - The Old Ship Inn High West Street, Dorchester DT1 1UW. (from 1st August 2023)
Past venues:-
Goldies, Dorchester
Old Ship Inn Dorchester
Royal Oak, Dorcherster Road, Weymouth
Waterloo Pub, Weymouth
Several Bridport pubs a few years ago.
More info:-
Website (new 2025) https://thisismedorset.site.pro/
email [email protected] or [email protected]
Phone Annabelle 074114 65007
Address / venue Tom Browns pub 47 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HU
LGBT Consortium member Yes See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/this-is-me-dorset/
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ?
We Weymouth Gay Group list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
(We have suggested that their old logo is / was not very clear, and one of our WGG guys has produced and suggested an alternative, which we use)
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(posted here Oct/2021 updated 01/01/2022 updated again 25/06/2022, more updates with venue change 06/07/2023 another venue change 01/05/2024, another change! meeting fortnightly 03/10/2024)
Note update 20/09/2025. "This is Me" now has a new website - see - https://thisismedorset.site.pro/ and change of venue in Dorchester to Tom Browns pub Dorchester with a monthly meet up. They have closed their Poole meet ups due to lack of attendance.
This group run by Bridport based Anabelle and Debs has been running for several years with many name and venue (not always their fault) changes recently (plus website change). Thus it has not built up the social following that it may well have benefited from.
They started as Bridport LGBT group many years ago, but when that folded took over Steves Weymouth based Crossdresing and Transgender group at a Weymouth pub. Steves orginal group was an informal evening for all transgender, tv's, cd's, tg's and gender diverse people, their friends & allies meeting up wekly in a back street pub. This thrived for a while, highlighting the need for such a group.
More recently, "This is Me" had a Poole meet up, which has also folded after a short time, due to lack of people attending.
(We are unaware of any publicity / promotion about this that they may have done to promote their Poole venue?)
They also run a "Rainbow gifts" stall selling a range of rainbow goodies and gifts at Pride events, many of which are at Prides outide Dorset.
They are also have a "shop" on their website.
Venue History:-
Presently (2025) meeting up monthly at Tom Browns Pub Dorchester.
Update (01/05/2024) New venue - Goldies, 36 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HN (from May 7th 2024)
Update: - (06/07/2023) - New venue - The Old Ship Inn High West Street, Dorchester DT1 1UW. (from 1st August 2023)
Past venues:-
Goldies, Dorchester
Old Ship Inn Dorchester
Royal Oak, Dorcherster Road, Weymouth
Waterloo Pub, Weymouth
Several Bridport pubs a few years ago.
More info:-
Website (new 2025) https://thisismedorset.site.pro/
email [email protected] or [email protected]
Phone Annabelle 074114 65007
Address / venue Tom Browns pub 47 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HU
LGBT Consortium member Yes See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/this-is-me-dorset/
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ?
We Weymouth Gay Group list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
(We have suggested that their old logo is / was not very clear, and one of our WGG guys has produced and suggested an alternative, which we use)
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Dorset County Hospital Pride Network
(posted here 13/11/2021 updated 10/05/2023 updated 31/08/2024)
They said:- Our Pride Network is part of our ongoing work to make DCH a fully inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcomed and valued.
It is open to all - those who identify as LGBT+ and allies - with the goals of creating a social and welcoming environment, and making DCH an organisation where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. The group will provide a social space for members as well as giving people the chance to have their say on key changes in the Trust, and offers development opportunities.
Meetings are held monthly but involvement can be through our teams group. On the SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of every month, the network chair and colleagues will be sitting in the courtyard by Costa (or in Costa if it’s raining!) during lunch times 12pm to 1pm to promote the network, answer questions, etc. If you would like more information please get in touch with Network Chair, Anthony Homer, at [email protected] or on 01305 253127.
This new and much welcomed group is a member of the LGBT Consortium. Below is a copy of their info there.
"The Pride Network is fairly new for staff within Dorset County Hospital, with the aim of provide a safe space to discuss any issues or concerns that affects our community and to provide individuals the opportunity to make a positive change in order to create a more inclusive environment.
We are currently reviewing policies and procedures to make DCH more inclusive for staff and patients."
More info:-
Website ?
email Network Chair, Anthony Homer, [email protected]
Phone Network Chair, Anthony Homer, 01305 253127.
Address / venue Dorset County Hospital Dorchester
LGBT Consortium member Yes See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/dorset-county-hospital-pride-network/
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ?
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(posted here 13/11/2021 updated 10/05/2023 updated 31/08/2024)
They said:- Our Pride Network is part of our ongoing work to make DCH a fully inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcomed and valued.
It is open to all - those who identify as LGBT+ and allies - with the goals of creating a social and welcoming environment, and making DCH an organisation where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. The group will provide a social space for members as well as giving people the chance to have their say on key changes in the Trust, and offers development opportunities.
Meetings are held monthly but involvement can be through our teams group. On the SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of every month, the network chair and colleagues will be sitting in the courtyard by Costa (or in Costa if it’s raining!) during lunch times 12pm to 1pm to promote the network, answer questions, etc. If you would like more information please get in touch with Network Chair, Anthony Homer, at [email protected] or on 01305 253127.
This new and much welcomed group is a member of the LGBT Consortium. Below is a copy of their info there.
"The Pride Network is fairly new for staff within Dorset County Hospital, with the aim of provide a safe space to discuss any issues or concerns that affects our community and to provide individuals the opportunity to make a positive change in order to create a more inclusive environment.
We are currently reviewing policies and procedures to make DCH more inclusive for staff and patients."
More info:-
Website ?
email Network Chair, Anthony Homer, [email protected]
Phone Network Chair, Anthony Homer, 01305 253127.
Address / venue Dorset County Hospital Dorchester
LGBT Consortium member Yes See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/dorset-county-hospital-pride-network/
Bluesky ?
WhatsApp group ?
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Space Youth Project (SYP)
Dorset wide group for young people under 25. Welcoming all young gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning LGBT+ people. They meet up regularly in many Dorset towns, including Weymouth, Dorchester, Bridport and more.
Family Gender Identity Days - In Dorchester / Bridport / Bournemouth area these are run by Space Youth Project. In Devon and Cornwall by The Intercom Trust. If this interests you or someone you know, contact Space Youth Project www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk or the Intercom Trust for more information. www.intercomtrust.org.uk 01392 201015
More info:-
Website www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk
email [email protected]
Phone 01202 205279
Address / venue c/o Bournemouth & Poole College, NorthRoad poole, Dorset. BH14 0LS
LGBT Consortium member Yes. See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/space-youth-project/
WhatsApp group ?
We Weymouth Gay Group list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Gay Outdoor Club (GOC) (updated 20/09/2025)
This national club has regular walks in Dorset with a very active local group. The Dorset GOC group walks are mainly on Sundays, with some on weekdays. Many of them are in our area, or other parts of Dorset.
On the GOC website they say - "Get out into the beautiful countryside & coast of Dorset on a GOC walk, and meet new friends.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".
The Dorset group organises events throughout the year, usually on the 2nd Sunday of the month and the 5th Sunday starting at 10.00hrs
The typical walk length is 6 to 9 miles with a picnic enroute getting back to our starting point in time for a meal/refreshments at a local pub; plus we are sometimes invited back to the leader's house for tea. We also often hold midweek walks on the 4th Friday of the month (which are shorter and include a pub lunch) starting a little later. Our group consists mainly of men in the 40 to 70 range. We do have women on our walks and they are always most welcome.
More info:-
Websites:-
National www.goc.org.uk
Dorset https://www.goc.org.uk/groups/dorset/
email [email protected]
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member Yes https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/gay-outdoor-club/
WhatsApp group ?
When they have events in our part of Dorset (which is often), we Weymouth Gay Group list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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This national club has regular walks in Dorset with a very active local group. The Dorset GOC group walks are mainly on Sundays, with some on weekdays. Many of them are in our area, or other parts of Dorset.
On the GOC website they say - "Get out into the beautiful countryside & coast of Dorset on a GOC walk, and meet new friends.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".
The Dorset group organises events throughout the year, usually on the 2nd Sunday of the month and the 5th Sunday starting at 10.00hrs
The typical walk length is 6 to 9 miles with a picnic enroute getting back to our starting point in time for a meal/refreshments at a local pub; plus we are sometimes invited back to the leader's house for tea. We also often hold midweek walks on the 4th Friday of the month (which are shorter and include a pub lunch) starting a little later. Our group consists mainly of men in the 40 to 70 range. We do have women on our walks and they are always most welcome.
More info:-
Websites:-
National www.goc.org.uk
Dorset https://www.goc.org.uk/groups/dorset/
email [email protected]
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member Yes https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/gay-outdoor-club/
WhatsApp group ?
When they have events in our part of Dorset (which is often), we Weymouth Gay Group list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Groups slightly outside our area .....
Bournemouth Gay Men Social's (updated 31/08/2024)
Although most of their events are in the Bournemouth area, some are run in our part of Dorset.
On thie website they say - "A group for gay men that like to meet new people, get involved with different activities, experience all the great things to do In Dorset and enjoy a lovely meal & drink along the way. The aim of the group is to get a group of gay guys together who like anything from a picnic on the beach, glorious walk through the Dorset countryside, trips to the theatre and discovering new places to eating good food to lots of other activities that we could all explore together. We would love this group to continue to grow and evolve so any ideas or suggestions are welcome"
More info:-
Website:- https://www.meetup.com/Bournemouth-Gay-Men-Social-Events/
email ?
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group like to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Although most of their events are in the Bournemouth area, some are run in our part of Dorset.
On thie website they say - "A group for gay men that like to meet new people, get involved with different activities, experience all the great things to do In Dorset and enjoy a lovely meal & drink along the way. The aim of the group is to get a group of gay guys together who like anything from a picnic on the beach, glorious walk through the Dorset countryside, trips to the theatre and discovering new places to eating good food to lots of other activities that we could all explore together. We would love this group to continue to grow and evolve so any ideas or suggestions are welcome"
More info:-
Website:- https://www.meetup.com/Bournemouth-Gay-Men-Social-Events/
email ?
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group like to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Out and about Bournemouth (updated 31/08/2024)
Although most of their events are in the Bournemouth area, some are run in our part of Dorset.
On thie website they say - "Out and about Bournemouth plan social activities and events for Gay Men and their friends in Bournemouth,Christchurch,Poole. Beach walks, coffee meet ups,pub and restaurant nights, games and quiz nights,day trips. holidays. We often vary the guest list so everyone gets a chance to meet new people.
There are three Whatsapp groups: general discussion, chat and jokes and film outings (We regularly have outings to the Odeon @ BH2) . It's definitely worth joining the Whatsapp so you can ask other people to go to things with you, post events, and if you are in a restaurant find out what table the others are on."
More info:-
Website:- https://www.meetup.com/bournemouth-gay-men-out-and-about/events/
email ?
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group like to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Although most of their events are in the Bournemouth area, some are run in our part of Dorset.
On thie website they say - "Out and about Bournemouth plan social activities and events for Gay Men and their friends in Bournemouth,Christchurch,Poole. Beach walks, coffee meet ups,pub and restaurant nights, games and quiz nights,day trips. holidays. We often vary the guest list so everyone gets a chance to meet new people.
There are three Whatsapp groups: general discussion, chat and jokes and film outings (We regularly have outings to the Odeon @ BH2) . It's definitely worth joining the Whatsapp so you can ask other people to go to things with you, post events, and if you are in a restaurant find out what table the others are on."
More info:-
Website:- https://www.meetup.com/bournemouth-gay-men-out-and-about/events/
email ?
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group like to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Hamilton Hall. Bournemouth (posted here 10/12/2022)
Although not a "group" we are listing this not for profit Hotel here as they offer a lot of servies for the gay gentleman! On their website they say - Exclusively men only. Clothing optional. Gay owened and run for all men. A not for profit venue. A hotel with a soul. Peaceful location. Diary of Events. Wednesday Coffee Mornings.
More info:-
Website:- https://www.hamiltonhall.info/
email [email protected]
Phone 01202-399227
Address / venue 1 Carysfort Road. Bournemouth. Dorset BH1 4EJ
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
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Although not a "group" we are listing this not for profit Hotel here as they offer a lot of servies for the gay gentleman! On their website they say - Exclusively men only. Clothing optional. Gay owened and run for all men. A not for profit venue. A hotel with a soul. Peaceful location. Diary of Events. Wednesday Coffee Mornings.
More info:-
Website:- https://www.hamiltonhall.info/
email [email protected]
Phone 01202-399227
Address / venue 1 Carysfort Road. Bournemouth. Dorset BH1 4EJ
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
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Allsorts Lesbian group (updated 31/08/2024)
Allsorts is a social networking group for the Bournemouth and South Coast lesbian community. On their website they say:-
Allsorts is a social networking group for the Bournemouth and South Coast lesbian and bi women community.
To ensure the continuation of this group and is purely to cover costs of maintaining the website annual fees.
* From September 2020 we’ve introduced a £5 annual membership fee*
Events will then be open to Full Members only....with the exception of some ticketed events.
All are welcome as members. Women ONLY, please. You are invited to post events and to attend any of interest. These might include dining out, theatre, cinema, walking or cycling, exhibitions....You name it!.
More info:-
Website:- www.meetup.com/en-AU/lesbian-allsorts/
email ?
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group like to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Allsorts is a social networking group for the Bournemouth and South Coast lesbian community. On their website they say:-
Allsorts is a social networking group for the Bournemouth and South Coast lesbian and bi women community.
To ensure the continuation of this group and is purely to cover costs of maintaining the website annual fees.
* From September 2020 we’ve introduced a £5 annual membership fee*
Events will then be open to Full Members only....with the exception of some ticketed events.
All are welcome as members. Women ONLY, please. You are invited to post events and to attend any of interest. These might include dining out, theatre, cinema, walking or cycling, exhibitions....You name it!.
More info:-
Website:- www.meetup.com/en-AU/lesbian-allsorts/
email ?
Phone ?
Address / venue ?
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group like to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Mind Out LGBT support group
(Posted here 20/06/2020, updated 14/05/2022, updated 22/06/22, updated 25/03/2023 updated 15/05/2023 updated 07/12/2023)
(Latest update 07/07/2025)
Dorset Mind who are champions in supporting everyone's mental health run two LGBT+ "Mind Out" support & wellbeing groups.
Mindful Rainbow (Run by Dorset Mind) is a Peer support LGBT+ Social Group aimed at people who live with low-level mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and loneliness, meeting on Tuesdays in the Poole & Bournemouth area. They meet for 2 hours per week for coffee and make friends from the LGBT+ Community.
Mindout (Run by Dorset Mind) is on a Thursday afternoon 2pm until 4pm. St Aldhelm's Church, Branksome., Poole BH13 6BT. MindOut is a safe, confidential and accepting space for LGBTQIA+ people experiencing mental health issues. It offers recovery-based peer and staff support. Each session involves a mindfulness exercise, time to share experiences and concerns, followed by discussion workshops based on group members’ requests.
Discussions cover a diverse range of topics, for example
Website:- https://dorsetmind.uk/what-we-offer/adult-services/adult-groups/mind-out-lgbtq/
email [email protected],
Phone 01202 315329
Address / venue ? Thursday afternoon 2pm until 4pm. St Aldhelm's Church, Branksome., Poole BH13 6BT
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
We, Weymouth Gay Group list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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(Posted here 20/06/2020, updated 14/05/2022, updated 22/06/22, updated 25/03/2023 updated 15/05/2023 updated 07/12/2023)
(Latest update 07/07/2025)
Dorset Mind who are champions in supporting everyone's mental health run two LGBT+ "Mind Out" support & wellbeing groups.
Mindful Rainbow (Run by Dorset Mind) is a Peer support LGBT+ Social Group aimed at people who live with low-level mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and loneliness, meeting on Tuesdays in the Poole & Bournemouth area. They meet for 2 hours per week for coffee and make friends from the LGBT+ Community.
Mindout (Run by Dorset Mind) is on a Thursday afternoon 2pm until 4pm. St Aldhelm's Church, Branksome., Poole BH13 6BT. MindOut is a safe, confidential and accepting space for LGBTQIA+ people experiencing mental health issues. It offers recovery-based peer and staff support. Each session involves a mindfulness exercise, time to share experiences and concerns, followed by discussion workshops based on group members’ requests.
Discussions cover a diverse range of topics, for example
- Coming out to friends and family;
- Developing self-compassion and building self-esteem;
- Managing anxiety;
- Mental health conditions;
- Recovery-based coping skills – like helpful ways of thinking, relaxation and mindfulness.
Website:- https://dorsetmind.uk/what-we-offer/adult-services/adult-groups/mind-out-lgbtq/
email [email protected],
Phone 01202 315329
Address / venue ? Thursday afternoon 2pm until 4pm. St Aldhelm's Church, Branksome., Poole BH13 6BT
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
We, Weymouth Gay Group list their events on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Geranium Trust Stoford, near Yeovil. (updated 06/03/2023 updated 07/03/2023 updated 07/12/2023 updated 31/08/2024)
The Geranium Trust offers its friendship and support to ALL members of the LGBT+ community.
They say:- We hold two regular monthly events in the Yeovil area. There is the very popular 'Sunday Roast Dinner' for gay men held on the last Sunday in the month and the 'Drop In Coffee Morning', for ALL members of the LGBT+ community, on the 2nd Saturday in the month. Please email:- [email protected] for more details.
They also offer: - LGBT+ Friendship Line. "For older and housebound members of the community who may find it difficult to come to the dinner, or the coffee mornings and are feeling lonely & isolated we can arrange for you to have a regular weekly phone call from someone who is also LGBT+. If you, or somebody that you know, would benefit from this service". Please email:- [email protected]
More info:-
Website:- https://www.geraniumtrust.org
and - www.geraniumtrust.org/you-are-not-alone
email [email protected]
email Separate service for members of the LGBT+ community. email: [email protected]
Phone ?
Address / venue ? Stoford, near Yeovil
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
Weymouth Gay Group list their dates on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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The Geranium Trust offers its friendship and support to ALL members of the LGBT+ community.
They say:- We hold two regular monthly events in the Yeovil area. There is the very popular 'Sunday Roast Dinner' for gay men held on the last Sunday in the month and the 'Drop In Coffee Morning', for ALL members of the LGBT+ community, on the 2nd Saturday in the month. Please email:- [email protected] for more details.
They also offer: - LGBT+ Friendship Line. "For older and housebound members of the community who may find it difficult to come to the dinner, or the coffee mornings and are feeling lonely & isolated we can arrange for you to have a regular weekly phone call from someone who is also LGBT+. If you, or somebody that you know, would benefit from this service". Please email:- [email protected]
More info:-
Website:- https://www.geraniumtrust.org
and - www.geraniumtrust.org/you-are-not-alone
email [email protected]
email Separate service for members of the LGBT+ community. email: [email protected]
Phone ?
Address / venue ? Stoford, near Yeovil
LGBT Consortium member ?
WhatsApp group ?
Weymouth Gay Group list their dates on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Let’s Get Beverages Together - in Yeovil (Posted here 04/12/2021 updated 31/08/2024)
On their website they say:-
We are a charity in Yeovil with a passion for equality and diversity. While we’re only small, we’ve got big plans to bring people together, break down barriers and foster tolerance and acceptance of differences. Our aim and motto is “Encouraging unity in Yeovil’s community”and this is at the heart of everything we do. Education is one of the best tools we have to help to reduce racism, homophobia, ableism and other forms of discrimination; building more inclusive societies.
Yeovil Diversity Project is about bringing people together to learn about and from each other, and to work together to benefit the wider community. We work towards this by amplifying voices of marginalised communities as well as creating safe spaces and platforms for those people to express their lived experiences, needs and hopes for the future. Our work to achieve this takes many forms; annual and monthly events, online and local campaigns, outreach programs, as well as working in collaboration with and supporting other local organisations whose aims are in line with our own. Have a look around to learn more about us and what we’re getting up to in our our first full year as a charity, and do get in touch if you have any questions, feedback or ideas you’d like to share
Loads more info here - https://yeovildiversityproject.co.uk/
They also run YEOVIL DOES PRIDE info - https://yeovildoespride.co.uk/
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On their website they say:-
We are a charity in Yeovil with a passion for equality and diversity. While we’re only small, we’ve got big plans to bring people together, break down barriers and foster tolerance and acceptance of differences. Our aim and motto is “Encouraging unity in Yeovil’s community”and this is at the heart of everything we do. Education is one of the best tools we have to help to reduce racism, homophobia, ableism and other forms of discrimination; building more inclusive societies.
Yeovil Diversity Project is about bringing people together to learn about and from each other, and to work together to benefit the wider community. We work towards this by amplifying voices of marginalised communities as well as creating safe spaces and platforms for those people to express their lived experiences, needs and hopes for the future. Our work to achieve this takes many forms; annual and monthly events, online and local campaigns, outreach programs, as well as working in collaboration with and supporting other local organisations whose aims are in line with our own. Have a look around to learn more about us and what we’re getting up to in our our first full year as a charity, and do get in touch if you have any questions, feedback or ideas you’d like to share
Loads more info here - https://yeovildiversityproject.co.uk/
They also run YEOVIL DOES PRIDE info - https://yeovildoespride.co.uk/
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Regional and National groups, who sometimes have events in our area....
Gay West
Note, a group of Gay West members visit Weymouth Gay Group most years, when they do, it doubles the number of our guys in the pub!
On their website they say - "We are the longest running group in the South West of England for gay men, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender people, providing a safe and supportive social group in Bath, Bristol and surrounding areas. We are here for people who wish to make new friends, are on their own, have just come out or are not 'scene' orientated".
Website https://gaywest.org/ (new website Jan 2025)
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Note, a group of Gay West members visit Weymouth Gay Group most years, when they do, it doubles the number of our guys in the pub!
On their website they say - "We are the longest running group in the South West of England for gay men, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender people, providing a safe and supportive social group in Bath, Bristol and surrounding areas. We are here for people who wish to make new friends, are on their own, have just come out or are not 'scene' orientated".
Website https://gaywest.org/ (new website Jan 2025)
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Gay & Lesbian Underwater Group (GLUG - Great name!)
They do have dive events in Weymouth & Portland most years.
On their website they say - "GLUG is a non-profit SCUBA diving club for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered divers and their friends." They organise a number of dive trips in the UK (some in Dorset) and overseas each year. They meet monthly in London and also plan other social events. You will need to join them to take part in their dives.
Website. http://www.glug.co.uk/
When they have events in our part of Dorset (which they do), we Weymouth Gay Group list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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They do have dive events in Weymouth & Portland most years.
On their website they say - "GLUG is a non-profit SCUBA diving club for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered divers and their friends." They organise a number of dive trips in the UK (some in Dorset) and overseas each year. They meet monthly in London and also plan other social events. You will need to join them to take part in their dives.
Website. http://www.glug.co.uk/
When they have events in our part of Dorset (which they do), we Weymouth Gay Group list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Gay Outdoor Club (GOC)
Dorset group walk twice a month on Sundays, and a few other days too.
Check out our WGG events diary page for their Dorset events.
On their website they say - "Get out into the beautiful countryside & coast of Dorset on a GOC walk, and meet new friends.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".
Website www.goc.org.uk
When they have events in our part of Dorset (which is often), we Weymouth Gay Group list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Dorset group walk twice a month on Sundays, and a few other days too.
Check out our WGG events diary page for their Dorset events.
On their website they say - "Get out into the beautiful countryside & coast of Dorset on a GOC walk, and meet new friends.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".
Website www.goc.org.uk
When they have events in our part of Dorset (which is often), we Weymouth Gay Group list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Gay Bikers Motorcycle Club (GBMCC) have had events in Dorset in the past, with ride outs / meet ups to places like Poole Quay.
On their website they say - "GBMCC began in 1977 as a club for gay men and women bikers in the UK. With a current membership approaching 500, we are the biggest gay biking club in Europe. Our members come from all over the UK and there are an increasing number from Europe and Overseas. 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 to advanced riders and club racers. It is our interest in motorcycling, which brings us together. The club offers its members a lively programme of events as well as support and friendship."
Website https://www.gbmcc.co.uk/
If they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group would love to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page. https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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On their website they say - "GBMCC began in 1977 as a club for gay men and women bikers in the UK. With a current membership approaching 500, we are the biggest gay biking club in Europe. Our members come from all over the UK and there are an increasing number from Europe and Overseas. 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 to advanced riders and club racers. It is our interest in motorcycling, which brings us together. The club offers its members a lively programme of events as well as support and friendship."
Website https://www.gbmcc.co.uk/
If they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group would love to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page. https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Gay Caravan & Motorhome Club (GCMC) have had events in Dorset in the past.
On their website they say - "The Gay Caravan & Motorhome Club is the longest running UK based club for the gay community; who just happen to share a common interest and own either a Caravan, Tent or Motorhome. We are a club that is run by members for members, who enjoy sharing times away with others throughout the UK and occasionally Europe."
Website - http://www.thegcmc.co.uk/
If they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group would love to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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On their website they say - "The Gay Caravan & Motorhome Club is the longest running UK based club for the gay community; who just happen to share a common interest and own either a Caravan, Tent or Motorhome. We are a club that is run by members for members, who enjoy sharing times away with others throughout the UK and occasionally Europe."
Website - http://www.thegcmc.co.uk/
If they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group would love to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Gay Classic Car Group (GCCG) has a SW England Group, and have had events in Dorset in the past.
On their website they say - "Welcome to the Gay Classic Car Group (GCCG) - the club for all LGBTQ+ classic car enthusiasts and their friends. The GCCG is a UK-based classic car club with around 1000 mainly LGBTQ+ members who enjoy a common enthusiasm for classic cars of all kinds. We organise events all year round."
Website - https://www.gccg.org.uk/
If they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group would love to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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On their website they say - "Welcome to the Gay Classic Car Group (GCCG) - the club for all LGBTQ+ classic car enthusiasts and their friends. The GCCG is a UK-based classic car club with around 1000 mainly LGBTQ+ members who enjoy a common enthusiasm for classic cars of all kinds. We organise events all year round."
Website - https://www.gccg.org.uk/
If they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group would love to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Gay Birder's Club (GBC) have had many events in Dorset in the past.
On their website they say - "If you are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender and you enjoy birdwatching, why not find out more about the Gay Birders’ Club by exploring our web site. The Gay Birders’ Club has been organising events and providing facilities for the LGBT community since 1994. We are based in the United Kingdom but have contacts throughout the world."
Website - http://www.gbc-online.org.uk/
If they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group would love to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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On their website they say - "If you are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender and you enjoy birdwatching, why not find out more about the Gay Birders’ Club by exploring our web site. The Gay Birders’ Club has been organising events and providing facilities for the LGBT community since 1994. We are based in the United Kingdom but have contacts throughout the world."
Website - http://www.gbc-online.org.uk/
If they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group would love to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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(LGBT) Sailing & Cruising Association (updated 31/08/2024)
They do have events along the South Coast, incl Dorset.
On their website they say:- "Founded in 1980, the Sailing & Cruising Association (S&CA) has been at the forefront of championing inclusivity in the world of sailing. Our core mission has always been to provide a welcoming and safe haven for the LGBT+ community to share their passion for sailing and getting out on the water. Over the years, we’ve grown into a vibrant and pivotal community, promoting LGBT+ boating across the UK and beyond, setting a standard in the sailing world for diversity and acceptance."
We’re a virtual sailing club which means we’re not restricted geographically. Our events are focused on the south coast in the Solent (around Southampton, Portsmouth, Lymington and the Isle of Wight) and on the East Coast in the Thames Estuary. We have members scattered throughout the UK, sailing in the northeast, Scotland and the West Country, and several keep their boats in the Mediterranean. We’ve a number of members who cruise the inland waterways and in the past we’ve had keen dinghy sailors on rivers and reservoirs. Each year we try to explore a new sailing area, forming a club flotilla of owned and chartered boats. Racing under the Gay UK Sailing Team banner, our members have participated in the Gay Games, Round the Island Race and Fastnet campaigns.
Our primary goal is to create a secure and inclusive environment where boating enthusiasts can freely express their love for sailing, irrespective of their gender or sexual orientation. The S&CA has evolved into a vibrant sailing community, boasting a membership of approximately 400 individuals, around 100 being boat owners. Over time, our community has become increasingly diverse, encompassing people from various backgrounds and spanning different age groups. We warmly welcome members of all genders, and sexual orientations. Our community represents a spectrum of gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals, men, women, trans individuals, and those who identify as non-binary.
Website - https://gaysailing.org.uk/ (Updated link 30/11/2024)
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group like to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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They do have events along the South Coast, incl Dorset.
On their website they say:- "Founded in 1980, the Sailing & Cruising Association (S&CA) has been at the forefront of championing inclusivity in the world of sailing. Our core mission has always been to provide a welcoming and safe haven for the LGBT+ community to share their passion for sailing and getting out on the water. Over the years, we’ve grown into a vibrant and pivotal community, promoting LGBT+ boating across the UK and beyond, setting a standard in the sailing world for diversity and acceptance."
We’re a virtual sailing club which means we’re not restricted geographically. Our events are focused on the south coast in the Solent (around Southampton, Portsmouth, Lymington and the Isle of Wight) and on the East Coast in the Thames Estuary. We have members scattered throughout the UK, sailing in the northeast, Scotland and the West Country, and several keep their boats in the Mediterranean. We’ve a number of members who cruise the inland waterways and in the past we’ve had keen dinghy sailors on rivers and reservoirs. Each year we try to explore a new sailing area, forming a club flotilla of owned and chartered boats. Racing under the Gay UK Sailing Team banner, our members have participated in the Gay Games, Round the Island Race and Fastnet campaigns.
Our primary goal is to create a secure and inclusive environment where boating enthusiasts can freely express their love for sailing, irrespective of their gender or sexual orientation. The S&CA has evolved into a vibrant sailing community, boasting a membership of approximately 400 individuals, around 100 being boat owners. Over time, our community has become increasingly diverse, encompassing people from various backgrounds and spanning different age groups. We warmly welcome members of all genders, and sexual orientations. Our community represents a spectrum of gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals, men, women, trans individuals, and those who identify as non-binary.
Website - https://gaysailing.org.uk/ (Updated link 30/11/2024)
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group like to list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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OutdoorLads (ODL) They run a variety of events around the UK and also here in Dorset. Their Dorset events are listed on our WGG events diary page. Their Dorset events as well as walks have included Rock climbing on Portland, Long weekend camping on Brownsea Island, and even a midnight hike! Note - you will need to be a member to join their events.
On their website they say - "OutdoorLads runs a range of sociable outdoor activities for gay and bisexual men right across the UK - things like hiking, climbing, camping, biking, canoeing, sailing and skiing."
Website www.outdoorlads.com
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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On their website they say - "OutdoorLads runs a range of sociable outdoor activities for gay and bisexual men right across the UK - things like hiking, climbing, camping, biking, canoeing, sailing and skiing."
Website www.outdoorlads.com
When they have events in our part of Dorset, we Weymouth Gay Group list them on The Dorset LGBT+ Community Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Taunton Gay Group. (TGG) Although outside of our area, you may be interested in this gay social group.
From their website - "Are you LGBT+ (or unsure) living in the Taunton area? Would you like to join a group of friendly gay guys up the pub to make new connections, meet new friends and socialise more? Do you want to find out what's going on in Somerset and the region for LGBT+ people? If so you've come to the right place."
We are very honored that Taunton Gay Group are modeling themselves on Weymouth Gay Group, and even with a Weebly website too! We wish them well for the future, and hope they will visit us sometime. If you are near Taunton, or passing by, why not check out this brilliant social group.
You can see their website here ... https://tauntongaygroup.weebly.com/ they also have a Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/tauntongaygroup and are on twitter https://twitter.com/TauntonGayGroup
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From their website - "Are you LGBT+ (or unsure) living in the Taunton area? Would you like to join a group of friendly gay guys up the pub to make new connections, meet new friends and socialise more? Do you want to find out what's going on in Somerset and the region for LGBT+ people? If so you've come to the right place."
We are very honored that Taunton Gay Group are modeling themselves on Weymouth Gay Group, and even with a Weebly website too! We wish them well for the future, and hope they will visit us sometime. If you are near Taunton, or passing by, why not check out this brilliant social group.
You can see their website here ... https://tauntongaygroup.weebly.com/ they also have a Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/tauntongaygroup and are on twitter https://twitter.com/TauntonGayGroup
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Women of Wessex - WOW organise events and activities for lesbian women. They have many regular events including coffee mornings, a book group, quiz nights, lunches out and film/DVD nights in etc. They have a bi monthly newsletter informing members of all the news and events and a great new website, which has a member forum. website https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/dorset/women-of-wessex email [email protected]
Tel 07580 666528
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Tel 07580 666528
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West Dorset Womens Group
Note - we are not sure if this group is still active (March 2025)
Lesbian women's group for socialising, walks, activities and events. email [email protected]
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Note - we are not sure if this group is still active (March 2025)
Lesbian women's group for socialising, walks, activities and events. email [email protected]
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Transgender & Non Binary groups It can be difficult to meet like minded Transgender & Non Binary people for peer support and social events. If you can travel it helps, the Pride events in our area may well have Transgender groups taking part, so can be a very good place to meet people and find out more. Many of the groups listed above welcome Transgender people, local examples being GayOut Door Club (GOC), Dorset Mind (Mind Out), Geranium Trust, Blackmore Vale LGBT Group, and many others.
Beyond Reflections (formerly Chrysalis) (Posted here 18/08/2021 updated 01/01/2022, updated 05/03/2024)
The mental wellbeing charity for trans, non-binary and questioning adults, their family and friends across England and Wales. They have had events in the Bournemouth area in the past. Website https://beyond-reflections.org.uk/
X (akaTwitter) twitter.com/BeyondReflectUK
The mental wellbeing charity for trans, non-binary and questioning adults, their family and friends across England and Wales. They have had events in the Bournemouth area in the past. Website https://beyond-reflections.org.uk/
X (akaTwitter) twitter.com/BeyondReflectUK
Communi-T Social group for Trans people (posted here 15/01/2022 updated 25/06/2022)
A social group for trans people welcoming anyone who is on the trans spectrum. Based in Bournemouth, they hold group sessions in social settings for people aged over 18. They invite you to "Come chat and chill with other like-minded people!" On their website they also say:- We have been running in real life, actual person to person, group sessions from May 2021 onwards, after a break due to Covid. We may have sessions outside or inside depending on the weather, and still in the Bournemouth area. Hopefully the weather will be nice to us over the Summer! Looking forward to Pride 2022 this year.
For more information on times and location and see:- communit.home.blog/ or email [email protected]
A social group for trans people welcoming anyone who is on the trans spectrum. Based in Bournemouth, they hold group sessions in social settings for people aged over 18. They invite you to "Come chat and chill with other like-minded people!" On their website they also say:- We have been running in real life, actual person to person, group sessions from May 2021 onwards, after a break due to Covid. We may have sessions outside or inside depending on the weather, and still in the Bournemouth area. Hopefully the weather will be nice to us over the Summer! Looking forward to Pride 2022 this year.
For more information on times and location and see:- communit.home.blog/ or email [email protected]
Non-Binary South West (updated 25/06/2022) is a support group for people based in the South West of England who identify beyond binary gender. Website - http://www.nbsw.org.uk/about.html
As non-binary people, we can find that although we do have a lot in common with other trans (and cis) people, we also have issues that are unique to us, whether we're transitioning or not. And it can be difficult to open up about these issues in situations where most people don't "get it", whether in support groups, with friends or family, at work, or in the healthcare system (whether or not we're transitioning). We've created Non-Binary South West to help meet this need, for non-binary people in the South West - and, increasingly, for people beyond the South West who want to join our community too (and are very welcome here). As well as hosting our "private" facebook group, we have regular meetings in Exeter, from 2-4 on the first Saturday of every month, in an accessible space (see the Home page for the next meeting date). Please email us to join our facebook group, or for more details.
You can also find them on the Intercom Trust directory page https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/
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As non-binary people, we can find that although we do have a lot in common with other trans (and cis) people, we also have issues that are unique to us, whether we're transitioning or not. And it can be difficult to open up about these issues in situations where most people don't "get it", whether in support groups, with friends or family, at work, or in the healthcare system (whether or not we're transitioning). We've created Non-Binary South West to help meet this need, for non-binary people in the South West - and, increasingly, for people beyond the South West who want to join our community too (and are very welcome here). As well as hosting our "private" facebook group, we have regular meetings in Exeter, from 2-4 on the first Saturday of every month, in an accessible space (see the Home page for the next meeting date). Please email us to join our facebook group, or for more details.
You can also find them on the Intercom Trust directory page https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/
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Nothing above for you?
You might like to check out these links ...
Intercom Trust.
Lots of groups in SW England. - https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/
Stonewall.
They list and can help put you in touch with many LGBT groups / organisations - https://www.stonewall.org.uk/resources/support-services-in-the-sector
LGBT Consortium.
They list lots of both local & national groups here - http://www.lgbtconsortium.org.uk/directory
You might like to check out these links ...
Intercom Trust.
Lots of groups in SW England. - https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/
Stonewall.
They list and can help put you in touch with many LGBT groups / organisations - https://www.stonewall.org.uk/resources/support-services-in-the-sector
LGBT Consortium.
They list lots of both local & national groups here - http://www.lgbtconsortium.org.uk/directory
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