Stoke-on-Trent LGBT+ groups
Gaylife Men's Group
Social and support group for gay and bisexual men aged 18+ in Stoke-on-Trent.
Galaxy Youth Group
Social and support group for LGBT+ young people aged 13-18 in Stoke-on-Trent.
A social group for lesbian and bi women aged 35 and over. Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday in the month in Hanley
www.freewebs.com/pinklinkstoke/
A badminton club in Stoke-on-Trent for local LGBT+ people. All ages, standards and abilities are welcome.
www.stokepanthersbadminton.club
Trans Staffordshire
Social and support group for trans people living in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire.
www.trans-staffordshire.org.uk
North Midlands LGBT Older People's Group
The group gives people a chance to meet others and make new friends; listen to guest speakers; try new activities; exchange stories in a warm, supportive and friendly environment.
6:30pm on the fourth Monday of the month at the Community Fire Station in Hanley.
www.olgbtstoke.org.uk
LGBT+ Support Group & Proud Parents Group (Starfish)
Starfish hold 2 groups; support group for LGBT+ people and allies aged 18 in Staffordshire (including South Staffordshire), and support group for parents/carers or family members of LGBT+ people of all ages.
www.proudparentscommunity.co.uk
LGBT+ groups in surrounding areas
Body Positive (Cheshire)
A Cheshire charity who run a Gay and Bi Men's Group, Lesbian and Bi Women's Group and support group for people living with HIV.
Out in Cong
A weekly meet-up for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, intersex, asexual, queer and non-binary folk in and around Congleton.
Every Tuesday from around 8.30pm. Location and time is decided in the Facebook group.
Find them on Facebook
XYZ Club (Shropshire)
The XYZ Youth Group is for young people (ages 13-19) who describe themselves as: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Gender fluid or questioning
Derbyshire LGBT+
Derbyshire’s only LGBT specific support service, supporting anyone who is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender or anyone who is having issues with their sexual orientation or gender identity, this includes family and friends. The organisation runs a number of groups.
LGBT Foundation (Manchester)
A safe and comfortable environment for people who may feel isolated, coming out or are new to the area, and some groups offer a social environment for people who want to avoid bars and clubs. There are a number of groups available to people of all ages. Held at Number 5, Richmond Street, Manchester M1 3HF.
www.lgbt.foundation
Birmingham LGBT Centre
A wide range of independent social groups organised by LGBT people for LGBT people. So whether you’re interested in making new friends, pursuing a hobby or interest, or making your voice heard on issues that affect LGBT people, there’s a group for you.
www.blgbt.org
Local organisations
Glow offer a range of support services for people in unhealthy relationships. They work with people of all genders and ages and are an LGBT+ inclusive service. They also offer a men's support service for men in unhealthy relationships.
www.findtheglow.org.uk
Staffordshire Sexual Health Charity
Staffordshire Sexual Health Charity (formerly Staffordshire Buddies) has a new home at the Dudson Centre, Hanley, Stoke on Trent. They have rebranded as the charity has broaden its remit to encompass all elements of sexual health support, well-being, social inclusion and independence.
Grange Park
A centre which provides support services for people living in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire who have been sexually assaulted or raped.
Savana
Stoke-on-Trent Community Drug & Alcohol Service
A service which helps people struggling with the impact of drugs or alcohol. They offer support to adults, young people, carers, partners and families who live in Stoke-on-Trent to make a positive and sustainable change to their lives and the community they live in.
Other LGBT+ support and information
GIRES is a volunteer operated membership charity that, in collaboration with the other groups in its field, hears, helps, empowers and gives a voice to trans and gender non-conforming individuals, including those who are non-binary and non-gender, as well as their families.
Family and individual support for teenagers and children who are trans or gender variant.
Switchboard LGBT+ helpline
Switchboard provide an information, support and referral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual and trans people – and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity. They are welcoming, confidential, supportive and non-judgemental.
UK Lesbian & Gay Immigration Group
The UK Lesbian & Gay Immigration Group (UKLGIG) supports LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration process. They provide psychosocial and emotional support for LGBTQI+ asylum seekers to help improve their mental health and reduce isolation. They also provide legal information and advice.
Galop
An LGBT+ anti-violence charity. If you’ve experienced hate crime, sexual violence or domestic abuse, they're here for you. They also support lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer people who have had problems with the police or have questions about the criminal justice system.
Stonewall
Stonewall campaigns for the equality of lesbian, gay, bi and trans people across Britain.
Mind LGBT+ Mental Health Information
Mind, a UK mental health charity, has specialist LGBT+ mental health information, including personal experiences and useful contacts.
Broken Rainbow
An LGBT domestic violence charity.
The Proud Trust
The Proud Trust is a life saving and life enhancing organisation that helps LGBT+ young people empower themselves, to make a positive change for themselves, and their communities.
Naz and Matt Foundation
A charity based in the United Kingdom that tackles homophobia triggered by religious and cultural beliefs.
Our social groups are a fantastic way to talk to other LGBT+ people, but if you're not eligible for our groups or want to attend more around the region, here are some useful links for you to have a look through. We've also got some links to some great local organisations that might be relevant to you, national LGBT+ organisations and LGBT+ health information.
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