Barnsley Pride in the Community

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Let’s be honest — waiting 12 months for Pride to come back is far too long. So, while we’re busy planning the big celebration, Barnsley Pride in the Community keeps things going all year round.

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From getting creative and learning something new, to meeting new people, finding your tribe or getting a bit of support when life decides to throw a spanner in the works, there’s something happening throughout the year.

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It’s community, connection and a good excuse to get out of the house — because you can never have too many reasons to put the kettle on.

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Events and Workshops

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Our events and workshops are all about bringing people together, trying new things and having a good time along the way. From creative activities and LGBTQ+ arts and culture to wellbeing sessions, educational workshops and community events, there’s plenty going on.

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You don’t need to be an expert, you don’t need to bring anything other than yourself, and nobody’s going to judge your artistic abilities — even if your masterpiece looks like something you made in primary school.

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Whether you want to learn, create, chat or simply get involved, our events are designed to be welcoming, inclusive and accessible to the LGBTQ+ community and allies.

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Social Groups

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Our social groups provide friendly spaces where LGBTQ+ people can meet others, make friends, share interests and enjoy being part of the community.

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Whether you're into sport, creativity, music, writing, games, coffee and a chat, or simply fancy meeting some new people without the awkwardness of “so… what do you do?”, there are groups and activities for different interests and ages.

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Fancy starting your own LGBTQ+ social group, activity or community project in Barnsley? We’d love to hear from you!

 

Barnsley Pride in the Community can offer a bit of backing, guidance and promotion to help turn your idea into something the community can enjoy. Whether you’re thinking about a walking group, craft club, book group, sports team, coffee morning or something completely bonkers that we’ve never thought of before — if it brings people together, we’re all ears.

 

You bring the idea and enthusiasm, and we’ll see how we can help you get it off the ground. Who knows? Your little idea could become the next big thing in Barnsley’s LGBTQ+ community!

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Support Services

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Sometimes you need a bit more than a cuppa and a chat — and that’s alright too.

Life can be complicated. Whether you’re dealing with your mental health, homelessness, domestic abuse, discrimination, isolation, financial difficulties or something else entirely, finding the right support can sometimes feel like trying to find your way through a maze.

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Our community listings help connect people with LGBTQ+-friendly organisations, support services and safe spaces across Barnsley and the surrounding area.

We’re here to help make those connections a little easier — because asking for support isn’t a weakness, and you definitely shouldn’t have to figure everything out on your own.

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