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Feedback - we welcome all comments From our guys & other lgbt groups. More upto date ones welcomed ! |
During LGBT History Month (Feb 2022), we asked our guys to say something about our group in three words ......
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Enjoyable, Social Group. A
Friendship. Good company, Wine. N (1) Welcoming, Friendly, Sociable. BG Inclusive, fun, supportive. RF Friendly, Welcoming, Gay. A Welcoming, Supportive Diverse N (2) I have to ..... (think about that) S |
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Lawnmower stress decompression A
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays G Friendly, Fun, Safe SAF Happy, Safe, Friends. GM |
Regular drinking company GC
Inclusive, Accepting, welcoming. J Family. Friends. Fun C Real Ale, Real Friends C |
A person from outside our area (Jan 2023) said ...
"Great (web) site!! I’m a gay man recently widowed from my civil partnership and looking to meet new friends. I will be in Weymouth on business and would like to meet up with your group. I will definitely consider retiring there and having a gay community is a real positive"
Same person after visting our group (Feb 2023) said:-
"Thank you for making me feel welcome and relaxed in your group, You have a great comradery amongst your members and lovely to see that… I’m sure you will have more members too with all those hoverers."
"Great (web) site!! I’m a gay man recently widowed from my civil partnership and looking to meet new friends. I will be in Weymouth on business and would like to meet up with your group. I will definitely consider retiring there and having a gay community is a real positive"
Same person after visting our group (Feb 2023) said:-
"Thank you for making me feel welcome and relaxed in your group, You have a great comradery amongst your members and lovely to see that… I’m sure you will have more members too with all those hoverers."
Kim, Manager of The Swan (Wetherspons), our Thursday home said .....
(Wetherspoons magazine August 2023)
“We are always delighted to host Weymouth Gay Group at The Swan. They are a great group of friendly folk, who enjoy friendship, fun and support together."
“Our pub is an important aspect of the local Weymouth community, with WGG an integral part of the social scene.”
(Wetherspoons magazine August 2023)
“We are always delighted to host Weymouth Gay Group at The Swan. They are a great group of friendly folk, who enjoy friendship, fun and support together."
“Our pub is an important aspect of the local Weymouth community, with WGG an integral part of the social scene.”
We are very grateful for the many local, regional and national LGBT (and other) organisations for their kind comments and support. Here are a few .....
"Your website is the LGBT Bible locally"
Jonai. NHS LGBT Mental Health support worker (Feb 2022)
"I always promote your website whenever someone contacts Dorset Mind for advice and support from the LGBT+ Community, and happy to continue as it is excellent and full of incredible information."
John Nevin Adult Services Mentoring Minds Coordinator and Mindout Group Facilitator. Dorset Mind. (19/10/2023)
He added (27/02/2024) ".... your website is amazing"
"The website looks fantastic - so colourful, informative and welcoming. You do a brilliant job" (04/08/2023)
Mel Lane
(she/her)
Head of Education - Pop'n'Olly
Education and Training Lead - Space Youth Project
Professional Development Lead/ Teacher Trainer
Rights Respecting Schools Assessor - Unicef
Diversity_Mel on instagram
Website: DiversityMel.com
"For the first time I had course to use your website to search for events/support for an older trans person. Your website was so helpful"
Izzy. Dorset LGBT Voices Forum. (Feb 2022)
"Your website is a very useful resource"
Andrew Amery. Club Secretary, Sailing and Cruising Association. gaysailing.org.uk (March 2022)
"We’re always really impressed with the frequency and quality of info you share (on twitter & website).
Fab for your local community."
AskForClive 🏳️🌈@clive_ask. Ask For Clive is an inclusivity campaign, and sticker on the door that says "Everyone is Welcome Here." They also run Pub Pride. website - askforclive.com (March 2022)
"A wealth of local information that can only be gathered as the result of a long-standing commitment to the LGBT+ community in the South West. An inspiration to those of us on a journey to serve the community in our own towns".
Lou (they/she) | Chair | Yeovil Diversity Project [email protected] (March 2022)
"WGG provides much-needed regular social support in Weymouth for the LGBT+ community. It's well-established in the town and is a safe, friendly group for people to attend. WGG also help raise awareness of issues affecting the community online and signpost regularly to local help and support - an important resource for the Weymouth/Dorset area".
Dee Swinton Income Generation & Marketing Manager. Mental Health First Aider. Dorset Mind. http://dorsetmind.uk.(March 2022)
'The LGBT+ Network for Change (formerly the 'LGB&T Dorset Equality Network) has had a fantastic relationship with WGG for many years. There have been many collaborations between WGG and the Network over these years, all benefiting our community members. WGG provides an invaluable online and also direct in person support role for community members -- the LGBT+ Network for Change salutes WGG and its lead, for all you do to support our community!!'
Alan The LGBT+ Network for Change https://lgbtnetwork4change.com/ (April 2022)
I love your helpline page. Well done. Helen Walsh (She/her) CEO Space Youth Project
https://www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk/ (May 2022)
"They provide a great source of information on networks and events across Dorset" Taunton Gay Group
https://tauntongaygroup.weebly.com/other-lgbt-groups-and-networks.html (2022)
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"Your website is the LGBT Bible locally"
Jonai. NHS LGBT Mental Health support worker (Feb 2022)
"I always promote your website whenever someone contacts Dorset Mind for advice and support from the LGBT+ Community, and happy to continue as it is excellent and full of incredible information."
John Nevin Adult Services Mentoring Minds Coordinator and Mindout Group Facilitator. Dorset Mind. (19/10/2023)
He added (27/02/2024) ".... your website is amazing"
"The website looks fantastic - so colourful, informative and welcoming. You do a brilliant job" (04/08/2023)
Mel Lane
(she/her)
Head of Education - Pop'n'Olly
Education and Training Lead - Space Youth Project
Professional Development Lead/ Teacher Trainer
Rights Respecting Schools Assessor - Unicef
Diversity_Mel on instagram
Website: DiversityMel.com
"For the first time I had course to use your website to search for events/support for an older trans person. Your website was so helpful"
Izzy. Dorset LGBT Voices Forum. (Feb 2022)
"Your website is a very useful resource"
Andrew Amery. Club Secretary, Sailing and Cruising Association. gaysailing.org.uk (March 2022)
"We’re always really impressed with the frequency and quality of info you share (on twitter & website).
Fab for your local community."
AskForClive 🏳️🌈@clive_ask. Ask For Clive is an inclusivity campaign, and sticker on the door that says "Everyone is Welcome Here." They also run Pub Pride. website - askforclive.com (March 2022)
"A wealth of local information that can only be gathered as the result of a long-standing commitment to the LGBT+ community in the South West. An inspiration to those of us on a journey to serve the community in our own towns".
Lou (they/she) | Chair | Yeovil Diversity Project [email protected] (March 2022)
"WGG provides much-needed regular social support in Weymouth for the LGBT+ community. It's well-established in the town and is a safe, friendly group for people to attend. WGG also help raise awareness of issues affecting the community online and signpost regularly to local help and support - an important resource for the Weymouth/Dorset area".
Dee Swinton Income Generation & Marketing Manager. Mental Health First Aider. Dorset Mind. http://dorsetmind.uk.(March 2022)
'The LGBT+ Network for Change (formerly the 'LGB&T Dorset Equality Network) has had a fantastic relationship with WGG for many years. There have been many collaborations between WGG and the Network over these years, all benefiting our community members. WGG provides an invaluable online and also direct in person support role for community members -- the LGBT+ Network for Change salutes WGG and its lead, for all you do to support our community!!'
Alan The LGBT+ Network for Change https://lgbtnetwork4change.com/ (April 2022)
I love your helpline page. Well done. Helen Walsh (She/her) CEO Space Youth Project
https://www.spaceyouthproject.co.uk/ (May 2022)
"They provide a great source of information on networks and events across Dorset" Taunton Gay Group
https://tauntongaygroup.weebly.com/other-lgbt-groups-and-networks.html (2022)
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We are keen to update this page. So if your old comment is below and you wish to update it, and especially if you have visited our group recently (2023/ 24) for the first time, please give us your feedback about your time with us. Your honest comments help other guys before they attend, and may raise issues that we need to consider/correct. Use our contact info at the bottom of this page, or better still tell us at our events. Cheers, see you soon.
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We asked a few guys... "What events have you enjoyed the most in the last few years with Weymouth Gay Group and why?"
- here are some replies written in December 2016 & Jan 2017.
"I have enjoyed coming to the group, and thank you for the opportunity to attend.
The group has helped me to come out of my shell, and my self-esteem and self confidence has improved, thanks to you and the group. I will continue to spread the word about the group."
Charlie (a younger guy) August 2019
I think our pub evenings and dining out evenings on Thursdays and Mondays are always enjoyable and often hilarious. I must think so as I have been attending these events religiously (if that's the right word?) since March 2014. Regardless of orientation, age, politics or religion, I think anyone who comes to the group with an open mind will get a warm welcome, and find it a rewarding experience. (Graham. 22/ 12/2016)
I've only attended the pub nights so far, but everyone has been very friendly and welcoming. I hope to attend more events during 2017! (Simon Jan 2017)
The fact that on two nights each week (for over 9 years!) it's possible to enjoy the company of local gay guys in a safe and supportive group in our old town is great. Plus it's awesome to see almost 300 lgbt events in our part of sleepy old Dorset last (and this) year. I know it's hard to make that first step to join new friends, but I am so glad I did. It's been such a laugh, and such a positive experience. (no name given. Jan 2017).
"Thanks for what you do, it is a pleasure to meet such a cool gang of guys/people in a public setting and to feel so welcome. Thanks also for your website as this is so helpful and so well laid out even me finds it easy to use and informative! See you all as and when able, hopefully often. (A. 18 July 2015)
"I feel very settled in the group. I feel like I've been attending for ages when actual fact it's only been a couple of months but all of you are so friendly, so welcoming and a good gaff etc. It's great I'm really happy you invited me along (via Grindr) when you did". (B.B. 6/June/2015)
How about going bowling? It would make a change from the pub. (no name given, Jan 2017) We have done this before, but very few guys attended, but happy to try it again. Keep an eye on our events pages! More event ideas always welcomed.
For me, a huge highlight of the year was the astonishing play at Weymouth College about the Stonewall riot. "Crossing The Line". (no name given) (See our event reviews page about this event)
Christmas Party. Alcohol. Red Wine. Brandy. Cider. New locations for Mondays eg Nautico Lounge, Red Lion. (Neil) - So no change their then! He he - oh, and we do meet up in Nautico Lounge & Red Lion sometimes!
More HOTTIES please, less mention's of Philippines! (no name given). Okies .. or of hair colour? he he ha ha
It's not one event, but the fact that on two nights each week it's possible to enjoy the company of gay guys in a safe and supportive group in our s**t old town! Plus it's awesome to read almost 300 lgbt events this year in our part of sleepy old Dorset last (and this) year. I know it's hard to make that first step to join new friends, but I am so glad I did. It's been such a laugh and boosted me (no name given).
The single most enjoyable event was the play about the Stonewall Riots put on by students at Weymouth College theater. I feared it might be an embarrassing fiasco but it was brilliant. I think everyone who attended from the group was very impressed.
Otherwise I think our pub evenings and dining out evenings on Thursdays and Mondays are always enjoyable and often hilarious. I must think so as I have been attending these events religiously (if that's the right word?) since March 2014.
Many thank to our "mother hen" for his continuing and tireless efforts to keep the group going and to make it as fresh and interesting as possible. He and I are always trying to put the world to rights through a ferment of political debate, although we rarely agree on anything. But regardless of orientation, age, politics or religion, I think anyone who comes to the group with an open mind will get a warm welcome, and find it a rewarding experience.
(Graham C. 22/ Dec/2016)
I've had many enjoyable nights at the gay nights in all the different pubs and venues. I've met many nice guys over the years I've been going (since 2010) and met some nice friends, also I think it's nice that we have started going to Christmas meals. It would be nice if some more younger guys would attend, but I don't mean that as agest in any way at all just to have more different age ranges. I've always enjoyed the BourneFree at Bournemouth (Bournemouth Pride) and meeting the Gay Group there.
(Mark H. 5/1/2017)
A comment from someone who has not attended, but seen our group online.
Very impressed with your group's organisation and publicity and social media mate! My background is in local newspaper sports journalism and press officer for gay sports clubs. Kind Regards. David X (17/1/2017)
More comments here soon, don't forget to send yours in!
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- here are some replies written in December 2016 & Jan 2017.
"I have enjoyed coming to the group, and thank you for the opportunity to attend.
The group has helped me to come out of my shell, and my self-esteem and self confidence has improved, thanks to you and the group. I will continue to spread the word about the group."
Charlie (a younger guy) August 2019
I think our pub evenings and dining out evenings on Thursdays and Mondays are always enjoyable and often hilarious. I must think so as I have been attending these events religiously (if that's the right word?) since March 2014. Regardless of orientation, age, politics or religion, I think anyone who comes to the group with an open mind will get a warm welcome, and find it a rewarding experience. (Graham. 22/ 12/2016)
I've only attended the pub nights so far, but everyone has been very friendly and welcoming. I hope to attend more events during 2017! (Simon Jan 2017)
The fact that on two nights each week (for over 9 years!) it's possible to enjoy the company of local gay guys in a safe and supportive group in our old town is great. Plus it's awesome to see almost 300 lgbt events in our part of sleepy old Dorset last (and this) year. I know it's hard to make that first step to join new friends, but I am so glad I did. It's been such a laugh, and such a positive experience. (no name given. Jan 2017).
"Thanks for what you do, it is a pleasure to meet such a cool gang of guys/people in a public setting and to feel so welcome. Thanks also for your website as this is so helpful and so well laid out even me finds it easy to use and informative! See you all as and when able, hopefully often. (A. 18 July 2015)
"I feel very settled in the group. I feel like I've been attending for ages when actual fact it's only been a couple of months but all of you are so friendly, so welcoming and a good gaff etc. It's great I'm really happy you invited me along (via Grindr) when you did". (B.B. 6/June/2015)
How about going bowling? It would make a change from the pub. (no name given, Jan 2017) We have done this before, but very few guys attended, but happy to try it again. Keep an eye on our events pages! More event ideas always welcomed.
For me, a huge highlight of the year was the astonishing play at Weymouth College about the Stonewall riot. "Crossing The Line". (no name given) (See our event reviews page about this event)
Christmas Party. Alcohol. Red Wine. Brandy. Cider. New locations for Mondays eg Nautico Lounge, Red Lion. (Neil) - So no change their then! He he - oh, and we do meet up in Nautico Lounge & Red Lion sometimes!
More HOTTIES please, less mention's of Philippines! (no name given). Okies .. or of hair colour? he he ha ha
It's not one event, but the fact that on two nights each week it's possible to enjoy the company of gay guys in a safe and supportive group in our s**t old town! Plus it's awesome to read almost 300 lgbt events this year in our part of sleepy old Dorset last (and this) year. I know it's hard to make that first step to join new friends, but I am so glad I did. It's been such a laugh and boosted me (no name given).
The single most enjoyable event was the play about the Stonewall Riots put on by students at Weymouth College theater. I feared it might be an embarrassing fiasco but it was brilliant. I think everyone who attended from the group was very impressed.
Otherwise I think our pub evenings and dining out evenings on Thursdays and Mondays are always enjoyable and often hilarious. I must think so as I have been attending these events religiously (if that's the right word?) since March 2014.
Many thank to our "mother hen" for his continuing and tireless efforts to keep the group going and to make it as fresh and interesting as possible. He and I are always trying to put the world to rights through a ferment of political debate, although we rarely agree on anything. But regardless of orientation, age, politics or religion, I think anyone who comes to the group with an open mind will get a warm welcome, and find it a rewarding experience.
(Graham C. 22/ Dec/2016)
I've had many enjoyable nights at the gay nights in all the different pubs and venues. I've met many nice guys over the years I've been going (since 2010) and met some nice friends, also I think it's nice that we have started going to Christmas meals. It would be nice if some more younger guys would attend, but I don't mean that as agest in any way at all just to have more different age ranges. I've always enjoyed the BourneFree at Bournemouth (Bournemouth Pride) and meeting the Gay Group there.
(Mark H. 5/1/2017)
A comment from someone who has not attended, but seen our group online.
Very impressed with your group's organisation and publicity and social media mate! My background is in local newspaper sports journalism and press officer for gay sports clubs. Kind Regards. David X (17/1/2017)
More comments here soon, don't forget to send yours in!
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Here are some older comments from some of our early years .... The group is now 15 years old!
When asked ..... "what do you think about our Weymouth Gay Group?" The replies were.....
"Thanks for what you do, it is a pleasure to meet such a cool gang of guys/people in a public setting and to feel so welcomed. Thanks also for your website as this is so helpful and so well laid out even me finds it easy to use and informative! See you all as and when able, hopefully often. A. (18 July 2015)
I feel very settled in the group, I feel like I've been attending for ages when in actual fact it's only been a couple of months but all of you are so friendly, so welcoming and a good gaff etc. It's great. I'm really happy you invited me along when you did. B.B. (6/June/2015)
Gay group is great!! Wonderful introduction to gay Weymouth. Hardly worth going to Gran Canaria anymore.
G. (9/10/2014)
The groups friendship helped me a lot to get through a difficult week. Please pass my thanks on. I hope you all go from strength to strength. J in London (a visitor to Weymouth summer 2014).
A great place to meet new and old friends, but needs some exciting events and trips and activities. A
Just wanted to thank you for making us both so welcomed on our first night. We both really appreciated it. We were really pleased with the nature of the group. What a lovely bunch of guys you all are. So ....thanks. You'll be seeing us again. K& P.
Fantastic night OUT, love the guys, I look forward to it! K.
This group is the REAL Grindr! Wake up Weymuff! Qx
If you want to be fab be gay!! L.
Monday nights are boring we need better activities not just pub. Also need new younger members!! x M.
Great laugh always look forward to it. Needs more Lesbians! D.
Love the group, love the guys, love the girls, love c**k Ta da ! Without our "mother hen" the gays of Weymouth would have nowhere to mingle. Keep up the great work! R.
Nice group of guys, always makes you feel glad for coming out. Love the group, love the gays, love the girls, love Rob! M.
Oh my God, finally found somewhere! H.
Always nice to see you all although I do feel a bit of a spare part!! But what you're doing is important...keep it going boys! A. (a tv)
Love our new website, thanks Ash! Pls don't put my embarrassing pic there! Hope we get more guys looking at our website and joining our group. They don't know what they miss'n ! ...C.
I can't believe everyone's so badly behaved I'm a good boy I am ! D.
The groups family atmosphere is the best! M.
I love being around men all the time. I think this is very helpful, only wish I'd known about this place sooner. I love it, the people are nice and I love being able to be "out" with a group of people I don't know very well. xxx H.
Best thing that's happened to me recently. K. Been a bit down recently and this group really picked me up! FAB! We will definitely be along again. K & P.
Some of the guys alcoholic levels may have influenced their response....
Manlyness comp.... (followed by something I could not read ....and a few illustrations!) A.
Big gay orgy!! (joke) N,E,P,R,J.
Perhaps it was getting late in the evening when regular guys J & N where asked to make a written comment. A lack of co -ordination between hand, pen and paper may be their excuse, but they appeared to have a similar skill to get a drink and thus enjoy the rest of the evening! He he....!
When asked ..... "what do you think about our Weymouth Gay Group?" The replies were.....
"Thanks for what you do, it is a pleasure to meet such a cool gang of guys/people in a public setting and to feel so welcomed. Thanks also for your website as this is so helpful and so well laid out even me finds it easy to use and informative! See you all as and when able, hopefully often. A. (18 July 2015)
I feel very settled in the group, I feel like I've been attending for ages when in actual fact it's only been a couple of months but all of you are so friendly, so welcoming and a good gaff etc. It's great. I'm really happy you invited me along when you did. B.B. (6/June/2015)
Gay group is great!! Wonderful introduction to gay Weymouth. Hardly worth going to Gran Canaria anymore.
G. (9/10/2014)
The groups friendship helped me a lot to get through a difficult week. Please pass my thanks on. I hope you all go from strength to strength. J in London (a visitor to Weymouth summer 2014).
A great place to meet new and old friends, but needs some exciting events and trips and activities. A
Just wanted to thank you for making us both so welcomed on our first night. We both really appreciated it. We were really pleased with the nature of the group. What a lovely bunch of guys you all are. So ....thanks. You'll be seeing us again. K& P.
Fantastic night OUT, love the guys, I look forward to it! K.
This group is the REAL Grindr! Wake up Weymuff! Qx
If you want to be fab be gay!! L.
Monday nights are boring we need better activities not just pub. Also need new younger members!! x M.
Great laugh always look forward to it. Needs more Lesbians! D.
Love the group, love the guys, love the girls, love c**k Ta da ! Without our "mother hen" the gays of Weymouth would have nowhere to mingle. Keep up the great work! R.
Nice group of guys, always makes you feel glad for coming out. Love the group, love the gays, love the girls, love Rob! M.
Oh my God, finally found somewhere! H.
Always nice to see you all although I do feel a bit of a spare part!! But what you're doing is important...keep it going boys! A. (a tv)
Love our new website, thanks Ash! Pls don't put my embarrassing pic there! Hope we get more guys looking at our website and joining our group. They don't know what they miss'n ! ...C.
I can't believe everyone's so badly behaved I'm a good boy I am ! D.
The groups family atmosphere is the best! M.
I love being around men all the time. I think this is very helpful, only wish I'd known about this place sooner. I love it, the people are nice and I love being able to be "out" with a group of people I don't know very well. xxx H.
Best thing that's happened to me recently. K. Been a bit down recently and this group really picked me up! FAB! We will definitely be along again. K & P.
Some of the guys alcoholic levels may have influenced their response....
Manlyness comp.... (followed by something I could not read ....and a few illustrations!) A.
Big gay orgy!! (joke) N,E,P,R,J.
Perhaps it was getting late in the evening when regular guys J & N where asked to make a written comment. A lack of co -ordination between hand, pen and paper may be their excuse, but they appeared to have a similar skill to get a drink and thus enjoy the rest of the evening! He he....!
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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 02/03/2024 (also updated 28/7/2018 Reviewed 12/5/2018) Weymouth Gay Group 2024
email :- [email protected] X (akaTwitter) https://twitter.com/WeymouthGayGrp and some where on facebook too!
Looking for a helpline or support? Check out our Helplines page we have lots of helpful links, both local and national for you or someone you may know. See - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/helplinessupport-groups.html
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 02/03/2024 (also updated 28/7/2018 Reviewed 12/5/2018) Weymouth Gay Group 2024
email :- [email protected] X (akaTwitter) https://twitter.com/WeymouthGayGrp and some where on facebook too!
Looking for a helpline or support? Check out our Helplines page we have lots of helpful links, both local and national for you or someone you may know. See - https://weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/helplinessupport-groups.html
