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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 many! |
It is brilliant that there are a growing variety of LGBT groups catering for a range of interests/needs, both local, regional and national. If you know a LGBT group we have not list here, especially a Dorset one, please do tell us!
We welcome the groups who visit our area each year. Examples being Gay West, GLUG & ODL info below.
This page was last updated on 27/03/2023. If any details need to be changed please contact us. email weymouthgaygroup@gmail.com Listing is not a recommendation from WGG, but just for your information.
Scroll down towards end of page for Lesbian & Transgender Groups
You might find our Helplines & Support groups page helpful.
See - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/helplinessupport-groups.html
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We welcome the groups who visit our area each year. Examples being Gay West, GLUG & ODL info below.
This page was last updated on 27/03/2023. If any details need to be changed please contact us. email weymouthgaygroup@gmail.com Listing is not a recommendation from WGG, but just for your information.
Scroll down towards end of page for Lesbian & Transgender Groups
You might find our Helplines & Support groups page helpful.
See - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/helplinessupport-groups.html
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Blackmore Vale LGBT Group (Posted here Feb 2020, updated 29/03/2021) Like many groups, they have not been meeting up during the pandemic, but it is hope they will do so once it is safe to do so.
Writing on twitter (in 2020) they said .... "We had our second meeting tonight of our LGBT support group. Such love and support in the room. These will run the second Tuesday of the month at 7pm. We feel very fortunate to have skilled facilitation from the wonderful @julie_trans"
More info on twitter - Blackmorevale GPs @blackmorevaleGP. Friendly 4 site GP practice in lovely North Dorset. We do things differently round here North Dorset blackmorevalesurgery.co.uk
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Writing on twitter (in 2020) they said .... "We had our second meeting tonight of our LGBT support group. Such love and support in the room. These will run the second Tuesday of the month at 7pm. We feel very fortunate to have skilled facilitation from the wonderful @julie_trans"
More info on twitter - Blackmorevale GPs @blackmorevaleGP. Friendly 4 site GP practice in lovely North Dorset. We do things differently round here North Dorset blackmorevalesurgery.co.uk
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Bournemouth Gay Men Social's Although most of their past events have been in the Bournemouth area, some are run in other parts 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. This is a newish group with over 500 members already!"
More info https://www.meetup.com/Bournemouth-Gay-Men-Social-Events/
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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. This is a newish group with over 500 members already!"
More info https://www.meetup.com/Bournemouth-Gay-Men-Social-Events/
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Out and about Bournemouth (posted here 27/03/2023)
Out and about Bournemouth plan social activities and events for Gay Men in Bournemouth,Christchurch,Poole. Beach walks, coffee meet ups,pub nights, day trips, Mini Breaks and Holidays. We often vary the guest list so everyone gets a chance to meet new people. There is a Meet Up Group with a diary of events. Meet Up However not everything is listed for example dinner invites so please ask to be added to the WhatsApp group or be texted. Contact page.
More info https://www.meetup.com/bournemouth-gay-men-out-and-about/ and https://www.gay-bournemouth.uk/
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Out and about Bournemouth plan social activities and events for Gay Men in Bournemouth,Christchurch,Poole. Beach walks, coffee meet ups,pub nights, day trips, Mini Breaks and Holidays. We often vary the guest list so everyone gets a chance to meet new people. There is a Meet Up Group with a diary of events. Meet Up However not everything is listed for example dinner invites so please ask to be added to the WhatsApp group or be texted. Contact page.
More info https://www.meetup.com/bournemouth-gay-men-out-and-about/ and https://www.gay-bournemouth.uk/
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Bridport "This is me" group (Formerly Bridport LGBT Group) (Posted here 30/07/2022 updated 11/03/2023)
The Bridport LGBT group also known recently as "This is Me Bridport" has closed. (11/03/2023)
On social media they said:-
"I am sorry to say the Bridport group has closed. This is due to couple of reasons 1 no body coming to the group. And also due to Steve Mears standing back from Weymouth Group (She means "This is Me in Weymouth", NOT Weymouth Gay Group) and has asked us to take over the running of the group which will happen over the next few weeks. Anybody from the Bridport area are more than welcome to join us on a Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9pm at The Royal Oak, Dorchester Road, Weymouth. This venue is far bigger than our previous venue though it is still part of the same group who took over our old venue (The Waterloo Pub) recently."
More details from Anabelle - 074114 65007 email anabellebayne@gmail.com
Below is our previous entry here about their group.
It is great when a group bounces back after an absence. This is the case with the former Bridport LGBT Group, now rebranded as "This is me" Bridport. Run by Anabelle and Debbs, they also have some great ideas for other events including a proposed Jurassic Pride in 2023!
The 11th August see's the return of their meetups at The Ropemakers Pub in Bridport (36 West St, Bridport DT6 3QP) from 7pm. Changing the name of the group to "This is me" and running it as a sister group to the Weymouth "This is me" group, it is hoped this will attract more LGBT people and allies.
More details contact Anabelle - anabellebayne@gmail.com or 07411 465007
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The Bridport LGBT group also known recently as "This is Me Bridport" has closed. (11/03/2023)
On social media they said:-
"I am sorry to say the Bridport group has closed. This is due to couple of reasons 1 no body coming to the group. And also due to Steve Mears standing back from Weymouth Group (She means "This is Me in Weymouth", NOT Weymouth Gay Group) and has asked us to take over the running of the group which will happen over the next few weeks. Anybody from the Bridport area are more than welcome to join us on a Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9pm at The Royal Oak, Dorchester Road, Weymouth. This venue is far bigger than our previous venue though it is still part of the same group who took over our old venue (The Waterloo Pub) recently."
More details from Anabelle - 074114 65007 email anabellebayne@gmail.com
Below is our previous entry here about their group.
It is great when a group bounces back after an absence. This is the case with the former Bridport LGBT Group, now rebranded as "This is me" Bridport. Run by Anabelle and Debbs, they also have some great ideas for other events including a proposed Jurassic Pride in 2023!
The 11th August see's the return of their meetups at The Ropemakers Pub in Bridport (36 West St, Bridport DT6 3QP) from 7pm. Changing the name of the group to "This is me" and running it as a sister group to the Weymouth "This is me" group, it is hoped this will attract more LGBT people and allies.
More details contact Anabelle - anabellebayne@gmail.com or 07411 465007
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Dorset County Hospital Pride Network (posted here 13/11/2021 updated 10/05/2023)
Pride Network
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 pride.network@dchft.nhs.uk 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."
See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/dorset-county-hospital-pride-network/
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Pride Network
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 pride.network@dchft.nhs.uk 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."
See - https://www.consortium.lgbt/member-directory/dorset-county-hospital-pride-network/
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Gay West Note, a group of Gay West members visit Weymouth Gay Group every year, 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.uk/
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Gay Outdoor Club. (GOC) Dorset group walk twice a month on Sundays, and a few Thursdays 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
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Gay & Lesbian Underwater Group (GLUG - Great name!) have had dive events in Weymouth & Portland.
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. https://www.glug.co.uk/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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.uk/
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Gay Outdoor Club. (GOC) Dorset group walk twice a month on Sundays, and a few Thursdays 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
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Gay & Lesbian Underwater Group (GLUG - Great name!) have had dive events in Weymouth & Portland.
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. https://www.glug.co.uk/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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Geranium Trust Stoford, near Yeovil. (updated 06/03/2023 updated 07/03/2023)
We are here to offer friendship and support to anyone regardless of age, faith, ethnicity, status or sexual orientation who is living with bereavement, loneliness or feeling isolated. We also offer our support to the family, friends and carers of those suffering from chronic or mental illness. We care!
Our friend Paul at The Geranium Trust recently said:- We have now decided to re-start the monthly 'Gay Community Coffee Mornings'. The Coffee mornings will be held on the 2nd Saturday in the month from 11 - 3 pm. We will provide tea, coffee, hot soup and rolls and cake.
We have also decided that from now on the 'Roast Dinner' for Gay & Bi guys, will ALWAYS be held on the last Sunday of every month. We do ask for a small donation to cover the cost of the food.
Weymouth Gay Group will list these dates on our Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
More info about the brilliant work of The Geranium Trust see - https://www.geraniumtrust.org You can contact Paul, for full details, via this email geraniumtrust@gmail.com
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We are here to offer friendship and support to anyone regardless of age, faith, ethnicity, status or sexual orientation who is living with bereavement, loneliness or feeling isolated. We also offer our support to the family, friends and carers of those suffering from chronic or mental illness. We care!
Our friend Paul at The Geranium Trust recently said:- We have now decided to re-start the monthly 'Gay Community Coffee Mornings'. The Coffee mornings will be held on the 2nd Saturday in the month from 11 - 3 pm. We will provide tea, coffee, hot soup and rolls and cake.
We have also decided that from now on the 'Roast Dinner' for Gay & Bi guys, will ALWAYS be held on the last Sunday of every month. We do ask for a small donation to cover the cost of the food.
Weymouth Gay Group will list these dates on our Events Diary page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
More info about the brilliant work of The Geranium Trust see - https://www.geraniumtrust.org You can contact Paul, for full details, via this email geraniumtrust@gmail.com
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Gillingham (Note August 2021:- It is not known if this group is still active). They have had news coverage in The Western Gazette, but this was some time ago. The Intercom Trust website may have more info and contacts for them. Also of interest in North Dorset was a pride event in Shafesbury 2015!
More via The Intercom Trust - website https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/
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More via The Intercom Trust - website https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/
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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. Hamilton Hall 1 Carysfort Road. Bournemouth Dorset BH1 4EJ 01202 399227 info@hamiltonhall.info
Website - https://www.hamiltonhall.info/about-hamilton-hall
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Website - https://www.hamiltonhall.info/about-hamilton-hall
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(LGBT) Sailing & Cruising Association They have had events along the South Coast.
On their website they say:- "We are a dynamic sailing and powerboat club for LGBT+ people, their families and friends. Active since 1980, the club is open to anyone who wants to get afloat with like-minded people".
Website - https://gaysailing.org.uk/
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Let’s Get Beverages Together - in Yeovil (Posted here 04/12/2021) On their website they say:-
"We are excited to announce that we are going to be starting an LGBT+ social night once a month in Yeovil, as part of our ongoing #QueerAllYear campaign. “Let’s Get Beverages Together” is a friendly, informal meet up every third Tuesday of the month. It’s important for people to have a safe space where they can connect with other people who have similar experiences. The LGBT+ community is a spectrum and no two of us are the same, but it’s great to come together and be your authentic selves in a supportive and welcoming environment."
Loads more info here - https://yeovildiversityproject.co.uk/lets-get-beverages-together/
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On their website they say:- "We are a dynamic sailing and powerboat club for LGBT+ people, their families and friends. Active since 1980, the club is open to anyone who wants to get afloat with like-minded people".
Website - https://gaysailing.org.uk/
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Let’s Get Beverages Together - in Yeovil (Posted here 04/12/2021) On their website they say:-
"We are excited to announce that we are going to be starting an LGBT+ social night once a month in Yeovil, as part of our ongoing #QueerAllYear campaign. “Let’s Get Beverages Together” is a friendly, informal meet up every third Tuesday of the month. It’s important for people to have a safe space where they can connect with other people who have similar experiences. The LGBT+ community is a spectrum and no two of us are the same, but it’s great to come together and be your authentic selves in a supportive and welcoming environment."
Loads more info here - https://yeovildiversityproject.co.uk/lets-get-beverages-together/
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Mind Out. Dorset Mind who are champions in supporting everyone's mental health and wellbeing have run two LGBT+ "Mind Out" groups. One in Bournemouth. The other one used to meet in Weymouth, but is now Pan Dorset & was running online during covid.
They said: -
The MindOut Bournemouth service is back face to face at the Dorset Mind Bournemouth office from Thursday 21st of October 2021 onwards. Every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm. You must register to access the group before attending. email adultwellbeingservices@dorsetmind.uk.
More info and programme see:- https://dorsetmind.uk/help-and-support/support-groups/lgbtiq/bournemouth/
The Pan Dorset MindOut Group currently is on hold-awaiting new facilitator. We hope to have this service operational again shortly. email us to be put on the mailing list so we can update you about changes to the group. email adultwellbeingservices@dorsetmind.uk for more information and see :- https://dorsetmind.uk/help-and-support/support-groups/lgbtiq/pan-dorset/
They said: -
The MindOut Bournemouth service is back face to face at the Dorset Mind Bournemouth office from Thursday 21st of October 2021 onwards. Every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm. You must register to access the group before attending. email adultwellbeingservices@dorsetmind.uk.
More info and programme see:- https://dorsetmind.uk/help-and-support/support-groups/lgbtiq/bournemouth/
The Pan Dorset MindOut Group currently is on hold-awaiting new facilitator. We hope to have this service operational again shortly. email us to be put on the mailing list so we can update you about changes to the group. email adultwellbeingservices@dorsetmind.uk for more information and see :- https://dorsetmind.uk/help-and-support/support-groups/lgbtiq/pan-dorset/
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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. Note - you may 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
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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. Note - you may 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
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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 newish social group.
You can see their website here ... https://tauntongaygroup.weebly.com/ they also have a Facebook page 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 newish social group.
You can see their website here ... https://tauntongaygroup.weebly.com/ they also have a Facebook page and are on twitter https://twitter.com/TauntonGayGroup
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Lesbian groups. Are their any Weymouth/Portland/Dorchester/Bridport lesbian groups now? Their have been some in the past meeting up in Weymouth pubs. We do often get requests for them, so if you know of any, or run one, please let us know so that we can list them here. Thanks!
NEW in Weymouth November 2023 -
Tuesday 21st November
At Dry Dock 6-7 St Thomas St, Weymouth DT4 8EW 7pm (opposite Post Office)
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, so we're arranging drinks at The Dry Dock on Tuesday 21st November, 7pm.
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 More info - www.facebook.com/events/241262852267417/
If you can't find anything to your liking locally, why not start up a group! That's how we - Weymouth Gay Group started back in 2008! We know there is a need for a Lesbian similar group to ours in the Weymouth area, we can help you start it! Ask us!
Many of the groups listed above welcome Lesbians. If you are searching for a Lesbian only group, try the Intercom Trust website for info https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/ Plus - Stonewall, and LGBT Consortium, links and info at the bottom of this page.
Here are some regional ones, their are more:-
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 wow.dorset@hotmail.co.uk
Tel 07580 666528
West Dorset Womens Group
Lesbian women's group for socialising, walks, activities and events. email sherry@scorp.plus.com
Dorset Roller Girls Here is a great group of girls who are very open for lesbians and others from the lgbt+ community to join them. (They have a male group too, check out the name!) The Dorset Roller Girls looked great at Bournemouth Pride in 2017. Did you see them? Search on facebook for /dorsetrollergirls Twitter @DORSETRG
Allsorts Allsorts is a social networking group for the Bournemouth and South Coast lesbian community. On their website they say:-
"All are welcome as members. 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! 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*
More info - www.meetup.com/en-AU/lesbian-allsorts/
NEW in Weymouth November 2023 -
Tuesday 21st November
At Dry Dock 6-7 St Thomas St, Weymouth DT4 8EW 7pm (opposite Post Office)
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, so we're arranging drinks at The Dry Dock on Tuesday 21st November, 7pm.
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 More info - www.facebook.com/events/241262852267417/
If you can't find anything to your liking locally, why not start up a group! That's how we - Weymouth Gay Group started back in 2008! We know there is a need for a Lesbian similar group to ours in the Weymouth area, we can help you start it! Ask us!
Many of the groups listed above welcome Lesbians. If you are searching for a Lesbian only group, try the Intercom Trust website for info https://www.intercomtrust.org.uk/directory/ Plus - Stonewall, and LGBT Consortium, links and info at the bottom of this page.
Here are some regional ones, their are more:-
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 wow.dorset@hotmail.co.uk
Tel 07580 666528
West Dorset Womens Group
Lesbian women's group for socialising, walks, activities and events. email sherry@scorp.plus.com
Dorset Roller Girls Here is a great group of girls who are very open for lesbians and others from the lgbt+ community to join them. (They have a male group too, check out the name!) The Dorset Roller Girls looked great at Bournemouth Pride in 2017. Did you see them? Search on facebook for /dorsetrollergirls Twitter @DORSETRG
Allsorts Allsorts is a social networking group for the Bournemouth and South Coast lesbian community. On their website they say:-
"All are welcome as members. 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! 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*
More info - www.meetup.com/en-AU/lesbian-allsorts/
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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 Bridport LGBT Group, Dorset Mind (Mind Out), Geranium Trust, Blackmore Vale LGBT Group, and others.
"This is me get together" In Weymouth until end of July 2023, then Dorchester - EVERY Tuesday!
(posted here Oct/2021 updated 01/01/2022 updated again 25/06/2022, more updates with venue change 06/07/2023)
"This is me" in Dorset - An informal evening for all transgender, tv's, cd's, tg's and gender diverse people, their friends & allies, every Tuesday 7pm.
Update: - 06/07/2023 - New venue - The Old Ship Inn High West Street, Dorchester DT1 1UW. (from 1st August 2023)
You can find out more by having a chat with Anabelle 074114 65007
email anabellebayne@gmail.com Website:- https://www.thisismedorset.co.uk/
(posted here Oct/2021 updated 01/01/2022 updated again 25/06/2022, more updates with venue change 06/07/2023)
"This is me" in Dorset - An informal evening for all transgender, tv's, cd's, tg's and gender diverse people, their friends & allies, every Tuesday 7pm.
Update: - 06/07/2023 - New venue - The Old Ship Inn High West Street, Dorchester DT1 1UW. (from 1st August 2023)
You can find out more by having a chat with Anabelle 074114 65007
email anabellebayne@gmail.com Website:- https://www.thisismedorset.co.uk/
Beyond Reflections (formerly Chrysalis) (Posted here 18/08/2021 updated 01/01/2022)
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 chrysalisgim.org.uk/
Twitter 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 chrysalisgim.org.uk/
Twitter 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 communit2016@gmail.com
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 communit2016@gmail.com
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/
We are most grateful to Rachel for the information about these two regular Transgender groups below (We are unsure if they are active now in 2022 ?) :-
Wimborne Girls - Trans at the Minster A group of trans girls meeting for chat and a drink in a relaxed and friendly environment. Meet on the 2nd Tuesday (19.30hrs onwards) each month at the White Hart in the centre of Wimborne Minster. Contact Tasmin on cd@qtee.biz
Kiss ‘n MakeUp Transgender support in Bournemouth online. Contact Michelle michmo@live.com Facebook page – KissNmakeup
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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/
We are most grateful to Rachel for the information about these two regular Transgender groups below (We are unsure if they are active now in 2022 ?) :-
Wimborne Girls - Trans at the Minster A group of trans girls meeting for chat and a drink in a relaxed and friendly environment. Meet on the 2nd Tuesday (19.30hrs onwards) each month at the White Hart in the centre of Wimborne Minster. Contact Tasmin on cd@qtee.biz
Kiss ‘n MakeUp Transgender support in Bournemouth online. Contact Michelle michmo@live.com Facebook page – KissNmakeup
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LGBT Youth Groups & Family support
Space Youth Project (SYP) Are you a young person reading this? Here is a brilliant group for you! Space has local groups in Weymouth on the first and third Thursdays of each month, and in Dorchester on the second and forth Thursdays of each month. In May 2021 Space Youth project started a regular group in Bridport meeting on the second Tuesday each month. (There are groups in many other Dorset towns too). More info about Space on their website. www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk
Family Gender Identity Days - In Dorchester / Bridport / Bournemouth area these are run by Space Youth Project (see above) 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
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Space Youth Project (SYP) Are you a young person reading this? Here is a brilliant group for you! Space has local groups in Weymouth on the first and third Thursdays of each month, and in Dorchester on the second and forth Thursdays of each month. In May 2021 Space Youth project started a regular group in Bridport meeting on the second Tuesday each month. (There are groups in many other Dorset towns too). More info about Space on their website. www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk
Family Gender Identity Days - In Dorchester / Bridport / Bournemouth area these are run by Space Youth Project (see above) 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
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Groups that are no longer meeting up.
Bridport LGBT Group ending? (posted here 16/02/2022)
Update - please see Bridport "This is me" group at top of this page.
Below is an older copy from our news page from early 2022 (https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/lgbt-news-weymouth-dorset-2022.)
At a recent LGBT social meet up, Annabelle and Debera, who ran the group said it was closing. Always very sad when a group that offers face to face pub meetups ends. Our community needs more groups like this, but equally they need to be supported by YOU & local LGBT+ people who wish to meet up in a public bar.
Anabelle said that they are keeping their online presence. Below is their statement:-
"This is one post i dont like making after running the group for the last few years and with declining members who are wanting to meet for a drink or coffee we have decided to close the group this will be effective immediately though the facebook page will continue just for any info which may come my way plus remember you can post events etc to the page yourselves. If you find the need to meet with others i am sure the group at Yeovil or Weymouth would make you very welcome. Thank you to all those who have visted over the time the group has run and one other thing be PROUD & LOUD. Goodbye from Anabelle & Debra."
Twitter link:- Sadly none
Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/groups/diversitybridport
For up to date info please contact - Anabelle - anabellebayne@gmail.com or 07411465007 or 01308 538897
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Bridport - Drop in LGBT support group (updated 06/03/2021, updated again 28/08/2021)
Please note, sadly this group is no longer running, (from Aug 2021) and very unlikely to re start.
Tony the organiser said in March 2021 -
"... at this moment due to the virus we are not meeting up but I'm available on the phone for anyone to get some support or advice"
Unitarian Chapel in the Gardens 5pm - 7pm. Tea with Tony, the Unitarian Chapel LGBT coordinator. Meet and chat at this (normally) weekly meet up. This is a newish group so please help them spread the word. The facebook event page is HERE. Please come to Rax Lane entrance, 49 East St Bridport Dorset DT6 3JX. Public Car Parking is opposite in East St car park. Contact Tony (organiser) for more info on 07584 958581 Website - http://www.ukunitarians.org.uk/bridport/activities.htm
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"Out in Purbeck" - No more (posted here 14/03/2019 updated 17/03/2019)
Sadly, we have had conformation that this Swanage based social group is no longer running.
Known as "Out in Purbeck", it used to meet up monthly and offered a safe place for Purbeck based LGBT people to meet up. We had confirmation in an email from the organisers on 16th March 2019.
It's a great shame when a socail group like this folds. Lets hope something new can start up for LGBT people before to long in the Purbeck area.
* NOTE - Their are occasionally LGBT events in The Purbeck area. Organised by groups like - Gay OutDoor Club (GOC), Bournemouth Gay Men's Social's, Allsorts (Lesbian group) and visiting LGBT groups like OutDoor Lads and the Gay & Lesbian Underwater Group (GLUG). Swanage Library had a LGBT display during LGBT History Month in 2019.
Pub Pride - which takes place at the of May every year, had three venues in Dorset in 2023. The Globe Pub in Swange took part with a Drag night.
You can read more about Pub Pride in Dorset on our page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/dorset-pub-prides.html
Any Purbeck / Swanage events are listed (when known) on our Events Diary Listings page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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Bridport LGBT Group ending? (posted here 16/02/2022)
Update - please see Bridport "This is me" group at top of this page.
Below is an older copy from our news page from early 2022 (https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/lgbt-news-weymouth-dorset-2022.)
At a recent LGBT social meet up, Annabelle and Debera, who ran the group said it was closing. Always very sad when a group that offers face to face pub meetups ends. Our community needs more groups like this, but equally they need to be supported by YOU & local LGBT+ people who wish to meet up in a public bar.
Anabelle said that they are keeping their online presence. Below is their statement:-
"This is one post i dont like making after running the group for the last few years and with declining members who are wanting to meet for a drink or coffee we have decided to close the group this will be effective immediately though the facebook page will continue just for any info which may come my way plus remember you can post events etc to the page yourselves. If you find the need to meet with others i am sure the group at Yeovil or Weymouth would make you very welcome. Thank you to all those who have visted over the time the group has run and one other thing be PROUD & LOUD. Goodbye from Anabelle & Debra."
Twitter link:- Sadly none
Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/groups/diversitybridport
For up to date info please contact - Anabelle - anabellebayne@gmail.com or 07411465007 or 01308 538897
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Bridport - Drop in LGBT support group (updated 06/03/2021, updated again 28/08/2021)
Please note, sadly this group is no longer running, (from Aug 2021) and very unlikely to re start.
Tony the organiser said in March 2021 -
"... at this moment due to the virus we are not meeting up but I'm available on the phone for anyone to get some support or advice"
Unitarian Chapel in the Gardens 5pm - 7pm. Tea with Tony, the Unitarian Chapel LGBT coordinator. Meet and chat at this (normally) weekly meet up. This is a newish group so please help them spread the word. The facebook event page is HERE. Please come to Rax Lane entrance, 49 East St Bridport Dorset DT6 3JX. Public Car Parking is opposite in East St car park. Contact Tony (organiser) for more info on 07584 958581 Website - http://www.ukunitarians.org.uk/bridport/activities.htm
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"Out in Purbeck" - No more (posted here 14/03/2019 updated 17/03/2019)
Sadly, we have had conformation that this Swanage based social group is no longer running.
Known as "Out in Purbeck", it used to meet up monthly and offered a safe place for Purbeck based LGBT people to meet up. We had confirmation in an email from the organisers on 16th March 2019.
It's a great shame when a socail group like this folds. Lets hope something new can start up for LGBT people before to long in the Purbeck area.
* NOTE - Their are occasionally LGBT events in The Purbeck area. Organised by groups like - Gay OutDoor Club (GOC), Bournemouth Gay Men's Social's, Allsorts (Lesbian group) and visiting LGBT groups like OutDoor Lads and the Gay & Lesbian Underwater Group (GLUG). Swanage Library had a LGBT display during LGBT History Month in 2019.
Pub Pride - which takes place at the of May every year, had three venues in Dorset in 2023. The Globe Pub in Swange took part with a Drag night.
You can read more about Pub Pride in Dorset on our page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/dorset-pub-prides.html
Any Purbeck / Swanage events are listed (when known) on our Events Diary Listings page here - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary-monthly-listings.html
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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/help-advice/whats-my-area
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/help-advice/whats-my-area
LGBT Consortium.
They list lots of both local & national groups here - http://www.lgbtconsortium.org.uk/directory
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Please make sure you check out all our other pages, lots of local lgbt events, local lgbt news, helplines and Prides in Dorset info!
This page was last updated 11/11/2023 Weymouth Gay Group 2023
email :- weymouthgaygroup@gmail.com Twitter https://twitter.com/WeymouthGayGrp and some where on facebook too !
LGBT helpline 0800 612 3010 *Confidential non-judgemental support* Run by The Intercom Trust (free from UK mobiles & landlines)
Please make sure you check out all our other pages, lots of local lgbt events, local lgbt news, helplines and Prides in Dorset info!
This page was last updated 11/11/2023 Weymouth Gay Group 2023
email :- weymouthgaygroup@gmail.com Twitter https://twitter.com/WeymouthGayGrp and some where on facebook too !
LGBT helpline 0800 612 3010 *Confidential non-judgemental support* Run by The Intercom Trust (free from UK mobiles & landlines)
