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Bristol Jazz and Blues Festival 2017 Thu 16 - Sun 19 Mar 2017 / Colston Hall, Bristol

From swing to funk, bebop to blues, Gypsy jazz to gospel, soul to rock ‘n roll, Bristol Jazz & Blues Festival never fails to surprise and delight music lovers. The festival’s genre-traversing line-up is a ‘This is Your Life’ of jazz and blues – a journey through the decades from the birth of jazz to the current day.

This year’s line-up features the wonderful Macy Gray, a live show from prolific producer and musician Quantic featuring Alice Russell, the world premiere of Andy Sheppard’s Metropolis live score, a big band tribute to the legendary Dizzy Gillespie led by his friend and fellow be-bop founder, Bobby Shew and ‘Sounds for Spies & Private Eyes’ – a musical spectacular featuring Adrian Utley (Portishead), Will Gregory (Goldfrapp), The Army Of Generals string orchestra and an 18-piece Big Band.

If you think you know jazz and blues, you’re probably wrong! If you love music, you’ll love Bristol International Jazz & Blues Festival. We’ve dipped into every genre and traversed the globe to bring you a line-up dedicated to the incredible musical legacy of jazz and blues; from swing to funk, bebop to blues, Gypsy jazz to Gospel, soul to rock ‘n roll.

We’ll take you on a toe-tapping journey through a century of jazz and blues: starting off with the birth of jazz in New Orleans and the great blues men of the Mississippi Delta; taking in the wartime swing era and the original hipsters of the post-war beat generation; swinging by the ‘60s and ‘70s for an education in funk and finishing up in the present day when the world’s biggest jazz and blues stars are heavily influenced by these past eras.

Jazz gave birth to soul and rock ‘n roll, created blues and funk, nurtured swing and inspired some of the world’s greatest artists – from Louis Armstrong to Nina Simone, BB King to Frank Sinatra, James Brown to George Gershwin. If you think you know jazz and blues, you’re probably wrong!

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Sounds for Spies & Private Eyes Saturday, March 18th Time: 21:00-22:30 Colston Hall, Hall One Ticket price: £30/£25/£20

Our Saturday night musical spectacular, ‘Sounds for Spies & Private Eyes’, will celebrate iconic themes from movies and TV shows (including James Bond, Mission: Impossible, Get Carter and Starsky & Hutch) that dominated both big and small screens in ’60s and ’70s. Featuring the Army of Generals string orchestra and a 21-piece jazz orchestra under the baton of renowned conductor Charles Hazelwood, with special guests Adrian Utley of Portishead and Will Gregory of Goldfrapp.

Celebrating the jazz and funk genius of film score writers such as Lalo Schifrin, John Barry, Henry Mancini, Jerry Goldsmith, Roy Budd and many others, expect bombastic big band brass, soaring strings and frenzied percussion combined with electric guitars and vintage synthesisers in a melting pot of jazz and funk heaven!

Charles Hazlewood is a passionate advocate for making orchestral music more accessible to a wider audience. First assembled for the 2008 Glastonbury Festival, Charles Hazlewood’s All Star Collective is an ensemble dedicated to improvisation and features artists from across the musical spectrum.

Although best known as a member of legendary Bristol band Portishead, guitarist and producer Adrian Utley was originally a jazz musician who has performed under several pseudonyms and contributed to many live and studio collaborations over the years.

One half of electronic music duo Goldfrapp, Bristol-born Will Gregory studied classical music at York University. He is a composer and a producer who plays keyboard, saxophone and oboe and has performed with the likes of Tears for Fears, Peter Gabriel, The Cure and Tori Amos.

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Quantic Live Ft. Alice Russell Friday, March 17th Time: 20:00-22:00 The 02 Academy Ticket price: £23.65

With a treasure trove of music recorded over the last decade, Will Holland aka Quantic, musician and producer, continues to push genres and escape clichés in his very particular way. Known for his adventurous musical productions, Quantic marries a variety of sounds with the modern dance floor aesthetic. This March sees him packing up a musical picnic of new and classic Quantic material and, together with an all-star band of his regular collaborating musicians, laying out a feast for Bristol Jazz & Blues Festival. The show will feature long time Quantic accomplice Alice Russell.

This will be an unforgettable gig, celebrating the very best of Quantic’s vast catalogue.

Alice Russell is the English country woman who sings with all the force of a gospel-reared soul singer. Having made her name as the funked-up voice of a thousand (well, almost) Tru Thoughts tracks, she is one of the finest contemporary soul voices to come out of the UK

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Pete Josef is a talented multi-instrumentalist with a brilliantly soulful voice who produces immaculate electro-acoustic music. His 2015 album Colour hit a new high of soul-meets-jazz coolness. He has been recording and playing live with Roni Size, Kelis and Darren Emerson from Underworld for a number of years.

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Metropolis with Live Score by Andy Sheppard Thursday, March 16th Time: 20:00-21:30 Colston Hall, Hall One Ticket price: £18/£22/£26

Join us for the world premiere of British composer and conductor Andy Sheppard’s live score of German filmmaker Fritz Lang’s 1927 masterpiece, Metropolis.

Accompanied by his hand-picked, 10-piece band Andy has conceived a wall of brass set against wild guitars and electronica laid over percussion, computers and treated and untreated saxophones.

Andy will be playing live and conducting the band which includes Norwegian electric guitar wizard Eivind Aarsetand and Italian virtuoso percussionist Michele Rabbia.

An ECM (Edition of Contemporary Music) recording artist, bandleader and composer, Andy Sheppard is one of Europe’s leading saxophonists and one of the few British musicians to have made a significant impact on the international jazz scene, playing and writing for settings from solo to big band and chamber orchestra.

Lang’s dystopian sci-fi epic has become a cult classic but its allegory of a future where an exploited, subterranean underclass works to support a small aristocracy living in palatial skyscrapers received a mixed and puzzled reception at the time of its release. It went on to become one of the landmarks of world cinema and has influenced generations of filmmakers and musicians.

Are we facing a dystopian future? Will music save the world?

Find out at our screening of Metropolis.

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The Bobby Shew Big Band – ‘My Friend Dizzy’ Sunday, March 19th Time: 16:30-18:00 Colston Hall, Hall One Ticket price: £25/£22/£18

Veteran trumpeter Bobby Shew has shared the stage with many a musical legend over the years but none are more dear to him than old friend, trumpet genius and co-founder of the bebop style, Dizzy Gillespie.

Born John Birks Gillespie in Cheraw, South Carolina, 1917, Dizzy would have been 100 this year. To mark the centenary of his birth and to honour the enormous contribution he made to popular culture in his lifetime, Shew will join Bristol Jazz and Blues Festival Artistic Director Denny Ilett and the Bruce/Ilett Big Band for a concert celebrating the man that set the standard for jazz improvisation in the 1940’s. As a fellow trumpeter and friend, Shew was close to Dizzy both on and off the bandstand. Come and see this master at work as he plays from the best of the Dizzy songbook in heartfelt tribute to the man and the music that changed the face of the world.

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Dinosaur Saturday, March 18th Colston Hall, The Lantern

Time: 21:45-23:00 Ticket price: £19.50

Jazz ensemble Dinosaur is one of the most hotly anticipated acts of this year’s festival. Led by award-winning trumpeter, composer and BBC New Generation Artist for 2015–2017, Laura Jurd, Dinosaur is taking the global jazz scene by storm.

With her joyous spirit and undeniably unique approach to making music, Jurd has developed a formidable reputation as one of the most inventive young improvising musicians to emerge from the UK in recent years.

Dinosaur’s debut album, Together as One, released in 2016 to international acclaim, features Jurd’s longtime friends and collaborators keyboardist Elliot Galvin, electric bassist Conor Chaplin and drummer Corrie Dick.

These extraordinary young musicians have been playing together for six years and share improvisational intuition and a wide range of influences from folk to rock to jazz to minimalism. Their sound is fresh, inspired and all set to make some serious waves around the world.

“Imagine the impressionistic electric-jazz moodiness and glistening keyboard textures of Miles Davis’s In A Silent Way seamlessly wrapped around Celtic folk melodies… and you might have a feel for this superb set from Laura Jurd, the young trumpeter who has made such an impact on UK jazz over four packed years”– Guardian “Laura skilfully blends elements of folk, rock and jazz… She’s really developed a unique style of her own.”– BBC Radio 3

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Bristol Burns Sat 4 March 2017 / Trinity Centre, Bristol

DARLINGS the time has ARRIVED to step into SPRING and come out to LOVE! To wake from the slumber of seasonal doom, leap onto the runway of life and SHINE YOUR GLORIOUS LIGHT!

HALLELUJAH! For one auspicious night of heavenly magic, Bristol Burns at the Trinity Church.

Experience Jennie Livingston’s gorgeous classic Paris Is Burning as never before in the awe inspiring upstairs chapel, before immersing yourself in the ballroom for a night of spiritual music and joyful union.

A celebration of decadence, freedom and community. A celebration of you, Bristol. A celebration of fabulous.

Join us as we unite to parade in the church of the DEVIOUS and the DIVINE. Bagels and blessings. Cocktails and choirs. Categories and cabaret. Kings, kweens and communion.

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Felix Dickinson Jay L ZenZero Dis Charge Bitch+Party The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Kiki House of LaVolta VogueBristol AND INTRODUCING: Jan Kedves (House of Shade Berlin) Dane Lukic (King of M0RE) TICKETS: https://voguebristol.eventcube. io/events/5815/bristol-burnsthe-trinity-ball/ Date: Sat 4 March 2017 Time: 20:00-05:00 Venue: Trinity Centre, Tickets: 8PM - 5AM Film Screening + Ball £22.50 Ball only - Standard: £15 Ball only - OTD: £20 All Proceeds go to Prism LGBT Drugs and Alcohol servce Essential Info Who is your LGBT+ Market Coak Check Entry Cost Challenge 25 Do I need ID Public transport Nearby car park Gender neutral toilets

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Release Date: 1990 Country of Origin: USA Director: Jennie Livingston Cast: Brooke Xtravaganza, André Christian, Dorian Corey

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Film Screening Paris Is Burning is a 1990 American documentary film directed

by Jennie Livingston. Filmed in the mid-to-late 1980s, it chronicles the ball culture of New York City and the African-American, Latino, gay, and transgender communities involved in it.

Some critics consider the film to be an invaluable documentary of the end of the “Golden Age” of New York City drag balls, and a thoughtful exploration of race, class, gender, and sexuality in America.[2][3] In 2016, the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant”.

Date: Sat 4 March 2017 Time: 20:00 Venue: Trinity Centre Tickets: £22.50 Film, & Ball Essential Info Who is your LGBT+ Market Coak Check Entry Cost Challenge 25 Do I need ID Public transport Nearby car park Gender neutral lavatories

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Literature

Pride and Joy: A guide for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans parents

Authors: Sarah & Rachel Hagger-Holt Publisher: Pinter & Martin Ltd Language: English ISBN-10: 1780664206 ISBN-13: 978-1780664200

Synopsis There have always been lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) parents. But now there is a ‘gayby boom’. Changes in social attitudes, the law and medical technology mean that more LGBT people are becoming parents, and living proud and open family lives. Yet there are still few role models.

Pride and Joy is full of stories, advice and real-life experience from LGBT parents and their children.

Sometimes funny, sometimes moving, sometimes surprising, every story sheds new light on what it’s like for LGBT people raising children in the UK and Ireland today.

Pride and Joy is positive and practical. It covers everything from starting a family, dealing with schools, talking with children about different families, and maintaining an LGBT identity as a parent.

This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to better understand issues facing LGBT families including parents or prospective parents; extended families and friends; and social workers, teachers and other professionals.

About the Author Sarah and Rachel Hagger-Holt are lesbian parents with two young children. Rachel is a clinical psychologist and Sarah works in charity communications. Together, they have previously written Living It Out: A survival guide for lesbian, gay and bisexual Christians, their friends, families and churches.

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Release Date: 2016 Country of Origin: USA Director: Barry Jenkins Cast: Trevante Rhodes, André Holland, Janelle Monáe, Ashton Sanders

A timeless story of human connection and self-discovery, this exquisite coming of age drama chronicles the life of a gay black man from childhood to adulthood as he struggles to find his place in the world while growing up in Miami. An Oscar® favourite and one of the most important films of the year, Moonlight is being hailed as a masterpiece that demands to be seen.

Three actors (Alex Hibbert, Ashton Sanders, André Holland), three ages, one soul: Barry Jenkins’ beautiful, sensitive Moonlight tells its gripping story in three passages. It spans the youth, adolescence and adulthood of Chiron, growing up poor, gay and black in Florida, navigating the drug-plagued inner city, finding love in unexpected places, and discovering the possibility of change within himself.

Filled with unforgettable performances and awash in a gorgeous dreaminess, Moonlight is truly a thing of beauty that will shatter stereotype after stereotype. It is a fiercely intelligent, compassionate film that is, ultimately, about identity, about finding connections in a lonely world, and how we all try to prevent ourselves from getting hurt. This film is, as one reviewer put it, is “the reason we go to the movies: to understand, to come closer, to ache - hopefully with another”.

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Strike a Pose Screening

Release Date: 1990 Country of Origin: Belgium Director: Ester Gould, Reijer Zwaan Cast: Trevante Rhodes, André Holland, Janelle Monáe, Ashton Sanders

In 1990, seven young male dancers – 6 gay, 1 straight – joined Madonna on her most controversial tour. On stage and in the iconic Madonna film Truth or Dare they showed the world – and a whole generation of young queer people – how to “express yourself”.

Strike a Pose introduces us to the dancers 25 years later, as they reveal the truth about life during and after the tour.

A dramatic tale about family, brotherhood, overcoming shame and HIV stigma and finding the courage to be who you are, this is an unexpectedly affecting film that will take you to places you don’t expect to go and will, in doing so, warm your heart.

One of Outburst’s favourite films of 2016 and an absolute must for Madonna fans.

Thu 16 March // 20:00 Tickets: £5 www.cubecinema.com Dove Street South [off top-left of King Square] Kingsdown Bristol BS2 8JD

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Music

Macy Gray 16-19 March 2017 / www.bristoljazzandbluesfest.com

A gifted songwriter and dazzlingly singular singer, the mom of three teenagers has been overturning fan expectation and industry formula since kicking off her music career with her debut 2000 release, On How Life Is. That musical calling card kicked off a career ride that includes multiple awards, over 25 million units sold, and a thriving acting career.

What awards and sales figures fail to illustrate is the depth and breadth of Macy’s artistry. In an industry that is increasingly stifling of real artists, she’s forged her own vision, creating music that leaps genre barriers from experimental soul to alternative rock, from retro-disco to hip-hop.

In 2016, Macy Gray made her Chesky Records debut with the jazz-infused album, ‘Stripped’. Paired with an awe-inspiring jazz ensemble that includes Ari Hoenig, Daryl Johns, Russell Malone and Wallace Roney, Macy’s voice is given the space and freedom to truly shine. Featuring new songs, intriguing covers and stunning new arrangements of her classic hits like “I Try,” this show is sure to be one of this year’s highlights.

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Vonalina Cake Photographer /www.vonalinacakephotography.com

“Specialising in low light flashless photography for stage shows Vonalina captures the intermit atmospheres of her subjects with out the intrusion of flash.”

Vonalina is the talent behind so many of the images which have captured the essence of the cultural events over the last few seasons.

Her unique ability to capture the atmosphere of the moment, without the intrusion of flash and maintaining its integrity with a minimal approach to post production creates her style which is reminiscent of Leibovitz with the sense of fun of Lachapelle.

Where do you get your inspiration from ?

I’m inspired by so many things, so many other photographers and ultimately the situation I’m in.

Vivian Maier, Ansel Adams, Gary Winogrand, Dorothea Lange, Cindy Sherman, Weegee, Bruce Davidson, Christer Strömholm. (I know I could go on) And closer to home my friend Tony Barrett Powell who has been so kind and generous in his guidance and I’ve learned so much from him.

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What kind of camera do you use?

I started out doing *proper photography* with a Lumix bridge and it served me very well as a starter, I then went on to Nikon D3100 and I’ve recently upgraded to a Nikon D750, a beast of a camera!

How much creative freedom do you have on an editorial shoot?

I’ve not done much but what I have had used in websites, promo or editorial has been guided by the client but mostly I go on instinct.

How important are personal projects to you ?

Very! I like to challenge myself a little bit and try new things, I plan to work on my street photography this year...very different from the events I’ve been mostly doing.

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How much preparation goes into a shoot?

It depends, If I’m doing a show I like to find out a bit about each performer, look at what’s gone before. For a party I find out what kind of crowd it’s going to be and then get stuck in. I like to know the layout of a venue and find my spot so I don’t get in anyone’s way.

How much do you do in post production?

I like to sharpen, brighten, crop and tidy but I don’t use photoshop or try to alter anyone. I’m a kind editor of course but I want to capture the real thing.

Do you think a photographer needs a philosophy to do good work ?

I don’t know. In any job i think good manners are a must, I like to know who I’m working with, chat, be quite informal.

Among your works, which one is your favourite? Why? Favourites...would you ask me to choose my favourite chid? haha. There are some stand outs though, when going through an edit i sometimes say to myself *yes, that’s a good one*! One of the main images on my site and business cards is from a Silver Factory party for Horseplay with Lydia L’Scabies and Alfie Ordinary as Edie Sedgwick and Andy Warhol. I do really like that one.

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Vonalina Cake Photographer /www.vonalinacakephotography.com

Whose work has influenced you most?

It changes all the time, what made me get into photography was photography itself and a never ending quest to get the perfect shot. A somewhat elusive beast at times. I do get obsessed by some though...Vivian Maier and Weegee, such mysterious characters in their own ways and they produced such diverse work. The down at heel, the down and outs, the kids, the glamour and so much more. And Christer Strömholm’s work with Parisian prostitutes and trans workers is remarkable What is the one thing you wish you knew when you started taking photos?

How to do it!!! It took me a long time to get to where I am now with technical skills and I’m learning every day.

Describe your photographic style? How did you develop your style?

I like strong colours and moody backgrounds. Lighting is always a challenge, but ultimately i want to capture what my eyes see. Sounds simplistic but what I mean is I don’t like to amp it up too much. I enjoy the shapes people make, the lines of their bodies and the facial expressions. I am lucky...I’ve had some incredible subjects in the burlesque drag, LGBTQ and performance scene around Bristol. It’s rich, diverse and incredibly entertaining.

Fashion

Puckoo Couture Stokes Croft / independent boutique /http://www.puckoo.com

A UK independent clothing label based in the creative back streets of Bristol... We specialize in stretch wear and paneling. All their items are designed and handmade in our Bristol studio here in the UK. We believe in quality over quantity and aim to bring our followers creativity and beauty in a wearable fashion for whatever occasion they see fit!!

Silver Sequinned Hooded Jumper Perfect gift any time of year a Puckoo voucher.

Black Hooded, Tasselled Swimsuit/ Playsuit Extra Highwaist Black & Blue Croc Leggings

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Hatzak Online / independent boutique / www.hartzak.com

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Food & Drink

Dutch 16 West Street, Old Market Quarter, Bristol BS2 0DF Opening Hours Mon Closed , Tue - Wed 16:00-23:00 Thurs 16:00-02:00 Fri 16:00-00:00 Sat 16:00-02:00 Sun 16:00-00:00

Dutch is a new speciality Gin bar & restaurant with an event space in the heart of Old Market, Bristol.

We are hoping to stock in excess of 350 Gin’s alongside our Gin inspired menu. Come and drink and learn about Gin! We shall also be operating as a 200 capacity venue with a downstairs/separate bar with low ceilings that you may struggle to blow the roof off as it was once used as a bank vault, features of which you can still find there today.

Performance

Alyssa Edwards 18 March 2017 / Queenshilling / www.facebook.com/eatsleepdragrepeat

Eat Sleep Drag Repeat presents ALYSSA EDWARDS Alyssa Edwards is an American drag performer, dance teacher, and businesswoman. Alyssa was known for competing in drag pageantry and being dethroned from her title as Miss Gay America 2010, with the title being passed on to Coco Montrese, before gaining prominence and ultimately becoming a fan favorite on the fifth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race and the second season of RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars.

HOST: ALFIE ORDINARY is an award winning international cabaret artist and the UK’s premier Drag Prince. This “son of a drag queen” has been listed as one of the top 20 UK drag acts by HISKIND magazine and won the International Touring Bursary for his critically acclaimed debut solo show ‘Help! I Think I Might Be Fabulous’ at Brighton Fringe.

He can be found performing across the UK at drag, burlesque and cabaret shows.

Doors: 18:30 Show: 20:00 Meet & Greet 22:30 NB: This event is 18+ only and the venue operates a Challenge 25 policy.

NBB: Sometimes drag queen shows run a little later than advertised.

Because drag queens. Soz. TICKETS £21.83 General / £37.76 VIP To book to see this amazing show book online. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/esdr-presents-alyssa-edwards-tickets-29628819597?aff=efbevent

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Welcome to the biggest Girl’s Night outside London.

The girls hijack the club for Hush, a colourful club night for all you brilliant lesbian / LBTQ+ women, girls, gals & beautiful creatures. Featuring the best gal DJs, Hush promises a night of flirts, friends, laughter & unstoppable tunes.

We’re running a Singles Mingle from 9 pm – 10 pm, buy a singles mingle ticket & email anna@indigonetwork.co.uk to register.

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Welcome to Indigo

Indigo produce social & cultural events for Lesbian / LBTQ+ women from Bristol & beyond.

Renowned for their friendly atmosphere, join us solo or arrive with a pal.

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She Makes War Imaginative & fiercely funny, Laura Kidd is one of Bristol’s brightest musical talents. Join us in March for an intimate set from ‘The doe-eyed duchess of dreamy doom pop’ in the luscious Square Club. * Date: Thurs 23 March 2017 Time: 20:00-23:55 Venue: Square Bar, BS1 1HB Tickets: indigonetwork.co.uk £6 Early Bird + BF £7 Advance + BF Photo by Ila Desai.

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www.outbristol.co.uk/union

The social night for leather men of all tribes, UNION requires you to report in your leather gear to be admired by others and to sign up new members.

UNION fuses the friendliness of a social night with the horny atmosphere of a men’s leather event, accompanied by hot tracks mixed by local DJs. UNION is the ideal night for any gay man with an interest in leather. It’s the place to meet new guys, to catch up with mates and above all, have fun in leathers. There is a dresscode but we are confident you will have something in your wardrobe to wear!

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www.outbristol.co.uk/bluf-bristol

For many BLUF represents the ultimate gay leatherman fantasy – that Tom of Finland look made real. BLUF@Bristol is the west’s very own meeting exclusively for BLUF members.

It is a night where the venue is filled with the heady aroma of leather and expectation as men in full leather meet, chat, drink and get to know fellow BLUF members. It’s always a night to remember!

Now in its third year, BLUF@ Bristol has become a popular event for members of BLUF, a community of leathermen who share a love of fine leather and the realisation of a fantasy.

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WWW.MEMBERS-BRISTOL .CO.U.K Members provides friendly, fun events in chic environments for the discerning gay man for business, social and networking opportunities. Events take place throughout the year, consisting of monthly drinks evenings, occasional parties & dining events.

The team behind Members Bristol has been running and hosting events for gay professionals in Bristol and the South West since 2009. Members events are a fun, friendly, relaxed, informal way of meeting like-minded people. Our members come from a wide range backgrounds and professions, so everyone will feel at home.

If you feel you would enjoy alternative fun, friendly, stylish events in elegant surrounds then why not come along?

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Welcome to Out Bristol

Out Bristol is the definitive destination for the LGBT communities in the dual city region of the West of England established in 2008 Out Bristol is the community hub consisting of an online virtual community centre linking to all the support services and social groups for the LGBT communities.

The website is the LGBT tourism and visitor centre for the region, with information on where to stay, attractions, festivals and the LGBT Scene. Last but by no means least the website is also home to the Out Bristol magazine and supplements, with features, what’s on, fashion,listings and an extensive community section. Local or visiting Out Bristol curates the contemporary to the cultural.

Whether you are a local or visiting Bristol for the first time this guide alongside the website www.outbristol.co.uk has all you need to know about the LGBT communities, the scene, the city and the five LGBT festivals we host in the city through out the year.

We would like to thank you for visiting us and supporting Out Bristol.

Bristol

Bristol’s unconventional urbanity gives the city its distinctive character.

A City Of Urban Villages

Bristol is one of the UK’s eight core cities, home to leading companies from the creative, technological, financial, micro electronics, environmental, aerospace, advanced engineering and service industries.

Colston Hall /West End

Bedminster

Bristol is made up of several diverse urban villages with their own distinctive characteristics.

The city is constantly evolving, refusing to stand still. It’s unconventional urbanity, young and multi ethnic neighborhoods means that Bristol is a world leading resilient city.

West Street / Old Market Quarter

Stokes Croft

St Nicks Market / Old City

Bristol Shopping Quarter

Bristol is the UK’s Festival City

Carnival / St Pauls

Oh and Bristol also has......

Millenium Square / Harbourside

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Gay Village, Old Market Quarter Welcome to the Gay Village in the Old Market Quarter Centrally located within easy walking distance of the Train & Bus Stations & Bristol Shopping Quarter.

The village venues are open day & night, the area is well connected & has events planned every night of the week and festival events throughout the year.

For all the latest details check www.outbristol.co.uk 1 The Phoenix 1 Wellington Buildings, BS2 9DB Gay run & owned, this is the ONLY openly friendly bar catering to everyone who respects diversity that reflects this amazing city! Relax in a comfy friendly establishment .Opening Hours Mon-Tue 16:00-23:00 Wed-Fri 12:00-23:00 Sat 12:00-Late Sun 12:00-10:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/the-phoenix 2 Old Market Tavern 29-30 Old Market Street, BS2 0BH A traditional pub in the centre of Bristol which serves food and has a beautiful traditional British beer garden.

The pub also host quizs and events.

Opening Hours Sun-Thurs 11:30-23:00 Fri 11:30-00:00 Sat 16:00-01:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/old-market-tavern 3 Proud Bar 53 Old Market Street, BS2 0ER

www.outbristol.co.uk 6 The Retreat

16 West Street, BS2 0DF THIS VENUE IS NOW CLOSED PERMANENTLY

7 Elite Retreat

1 Alfred Street,BS2 0RF THIS VENUE IS NOW CLOSED PERMANENTLY

THIS VENUE IS NOW CLOSED PERMANENTLY

4 The Palace

8 Lads Locker room

1-3 West Street, Bristol, BS2 0DF Bristol’s very own Palace with fabulous theatrical & opulent decoration that would put the Moulin Rouge to shame, this place is the party Palace. Opening Hours Sun-Thur 17:00-00:00 Fri 17:00-02:00 Sat 17:00-02:00

www.outbristol.co.uk/the-palace 5 The Bristol Bear Bar 2-4 West Street,Bristol BS2 0BH UK’s only bespoke bear bar, with welcoming & friendly atmostphere it’s a must see for all Bears & non Bears Opening Hours Tue-Thur 19:00-23:00 Fri-Sat 19:0002:00 Sun 17:00-23:00

9 The Local

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19-21 West Street,BS2 0DF A sauna and venue that caters for all Gay, Bi-sexual and Bi-curious men who wish to have the freedom to relax.Opening Hours Mon 00:00 - 06:00 Tues 12:0000:00 Wed 12:00-06:00 Thur 12:00-00:00 Fri- Sun 00:00 00:00:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/ladslockerroom 42a Old Market Street BS2 0EZ As the name suggests this is the Local store and Off Licence. This store has everything you need whether on a night out, a house party, a quite night in or your weekly shop. LGBT friendly & safe sex supplies sold.

Opening Hours 24/7 Monday to Sunday www.oldmarketquarter.co.uk/thelocal

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Gay Village, West End Welcome to the Gay Village in the West End. Centrally located within easy walking distance of the Train & Bus Stations & Bristol Shopping Quarter.

The village venues are open day & night, the area is well connected & has events planned every night of the week.

For all the latest details check www.outbristol.co.uk

10 The Pineapple

37 St Georges Road, BS1 5UU

THIS VENUE IS NOW CLOSED PERMANENTLY

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4 Frogmore Street, BS1 5UX

OMG Bar combines a stylish, relaxed, yet lively atmosphere, an extensive cocktail menu, competitive pricing, and amazing sound system and light up dancefloor - It really is something special. Opening Times Mon - Sat:20:00-02:00 Sunday Closed www.outbristol.co.uk/bent

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9 Frogmore Street, BS1 5NA

The atmosphere in this Club is truly electric. Visit the website for up to date opening times DJ listings and details of theme nights. From stages and podiums, to comfortable seating areas, with premium drinks at reasonable prices and the friendliest staff around. www.outbristol.co.uk/queenshilling

1 Frog Lane,BS1 5UX

OMG is the South West’s busiest and biggest gay venue. It’s state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, buzzing atmosphere and competitive pricing have made OMG the incredible, lively club it is today.Opening Times: Wed - Fri:22:00-04:00 Sat:22:00-05:00. www.outbristol.co.uk/omg-club

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LGBT GUIDE FOR THE WEST OF ENGLAND

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“The definitive destination for the LGBT communities in the dual city region of the West of England.”

Club Events (Mixed)

Club Events (Mixed)

AmourAmi

Leather Wild West

BearPit@BBB

Digiloue

www.outbristol.co.uk/events www.outbristol.co.uk/amour-ami A mixture of RuPaul’s drag race/PartyMonster/ Paris is Burning meets 90’s rave realness - Here is Amour Ami Bristol’s Bi-Monthly night held in Gay Village, Lets Party....

Open Hours 22:00 till Late www.outbristol.co.uk/bearpit Monthly night of fabulousness to support Bristol Bear Fiesta & Southern HiBearnation with DJ daddi turning up the heat with His funky vibe and a few camp classics too Opening Hours 22:00-02:00 www.outbristol.co.uk/digilogue DIGILOGUE - Alternative 80s clubbing, held in various venues in Gay Village, Old Market Quarter. Opening Hours 22:00-02:00

UNION

www.outbristol.co.uk/union The ideal night for any man with an interest in leather. It’s the place to meet new guys, to catch up with mates and above all, have fun in leathers. Dresscode is minimum of one item of leather outerwear.

South West Rubber Men www.outbristol.co.uk/swrm From the curious to the connoisseur, come rubber up and socialize.

Dont Tell Your Mother www.outbristol.co.uk/DTYM Don’t Tell Your Mother is a Indie LGBT+FRIENDS club night.

Opening Hours 22:00-02:00

ByLaw

Horse Play

www.outbristol.co.uk/horseplay A Club transformed into a disco stables; it’s a dirty underground club beneath a metal bar, with cheap beer and an intimate vibe.

Opening Hours 22:00- Late

Indigo Bristol

Psychodrama

www.outbristol.co.uk/psychodrama Putting the Alt in Alternative this gay night is something very different to what you have seen before. Opening Hours 22:00-Late

People Like Us

HUN NIGHTCLUB

www.outbristol.co.uk/people-like-us

People Like Us’ main aim is to create a safe dance space, where people can completely lose themselves to our unique style in dance music. Come n get some….! ;) love love disco love PLU ♥ :) xxxxxxxxxxxxx

www.outbristol.co.uk/hunnightclub

HUN nightclub... Energetic homo discotheque for freaks like you. House, electronic and disco music in some of the most unusual venues in Bristol. Sexy and smiley crowd, All welcome. Main party usually on the first Saturday of each month from 10 - late followed by STILL UP! The official Hun afterhours.

BLUF Bristol

www.outbristol.co.uk/bluf-bristol For many BLUF represents the ultimate gay leatherman fantasy - that Tom of Finland look made real. BLUF Bristol is the west’s very own meeting exclusively for BLUF members

Gear Bristol

www.outbristol.co.uk/gear Gear Bristol is a monthly fetish club for Gay/Bi men.

Leather Market

www.outbristol.co.uk/leather-market A great way to start, expand or refresh your leather wardrobe. Choose from a wide variety of secondhand or nearly new items. The Leather Cafe will be open!

www.outbristol.co.uk/events www.outbristol.co.uk/leather-wild-west LeatherWest’s summer event that encourages all guys to saddle up in their leather chaps, jeans and waistcoats to enjoy the summer, a bbq and maybe a bit of rodeo action!

www.bylaw.org.uk Bringing together lesbian, gay and bisexual people working or intending to work in the legal community in the South West and South Wales

www.indigonetwork.co.uk Run by an all-women team, the sociable Indigo networking group offers lesbian/bi/queer women of the South West the chance to connect in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. suzanne@indigonetwork.co.uk Members www.outbristol.co.uk/members A friendly, fun events in chic environments for the discerning gay man for business, social & networking opportunities. Events take place throughout the year, & consist of a monthly Drinks Evening, Parties & Dining events.

LGBT History Month www.outbristol.co.uk/lgbthistory February each year is LGBT History Month. In Bristol a voluntary group that presents events and information about the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history of Bristol.

Bear Fiesta

www.outbristol.co.uk/bristol-bear-fiesta Held in the first weekend in June each year Bristol plays host to the Bristol Bear fiesta.these events are always well attended, check out the website for the latest information. www.outbristol.co.uk/bristol-bear-fiesta Bristol Pride www.pridebristol.co.uk A week long festival which goes out with a bang with the Parade & Pride event, hosting music & performances from local and national acts, community stands in the heart of the city.

Held first week of July.

UK Leather Pride www.ukleatherpride.com A fantastic weekend in of leather fun designed to celebrate the gay leathermen’s community.

We’ve lined up a range of events including social and workshops. 6-8 Novemeber 2015 www.outbristol.co.uk/uk-leather-pride.

Southern Hibearnation www.outbristol.co.uk/southern-hibearnation Held in the first weekend in December each year Bristol in the Old Market Quarter Gay Village plays host to Southern Hibernation Bear Fesitval. These events are always well attended.

http://www.outbristol.co.uk/listings Bristol Bisons RFC www.bisonsrfc.co.uk Bristol’s first gay and gay-friendly rugby team is always looking for new members, players and supporters. Everyone welcome regardless of experience or ability.

LGBT Services LGBT Bristol

Bristol Panthers

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Social Groups

CycleOut Bristol

http://bristolpanthersfc.weebly.com/

Bristol’s premier gay friendly football team. Bristol Panthers Football Club is Bristol’s premier openly gay friendly football club. The current incarnation of Bristol Panthers was born on the 28th March 2009, following a advert calling for interested gay footballers and supporters, to come together socially.

www.outbristol.co.uk/cycleout

The Gay Outdoor Club’s local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender cycling group for West of England cycleoutbristol@live.co.uk

The Gay Outdoor Club

www.goc.org.uk

For gay men and women and their friends. It has national membership and local groups all around the country. There are groups within GOC based around specific activities.

LGBT Fitness Class and Social www.stridefitness.co.uk If you want to look and feel great,improve your fitness, have more energy & meet other LGBT people then join our “LGBT Fitness class & Social” The workout is one hour with the option to stay and socialise Suitable for all levels here: Hamilton House, Stokes Croft, Social for lesbians, meetsmuch: every other When:network Monday, 7-8pm How ClassThurs£3

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GMG

www.gmgsouthwest.com

evenings in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare.

www.outbristol.co.uk gmgsw@hotmail.co.uk http://www.gmgsouthwest.com/

Gay Men’s Book Group

bristolbookclub@hotmail.co.uk

Meeting monthly at a member’s flat in the centre of Bristol to discuss a book written by a gay author or about gay themes.

BS3 LGBT

“The definitive destination for the LGBT communities inwww.outbristol.co.uk/bs3-lgbt the dual city region of Aims to bring together the lesbian, gay, bisexWest of England. ” ual and transthe communities that live, work and play in the Bristol BS3 area.

LGBT Brunch

Rainbow Group

www.outbristol.co.uk/LGBTbruch First Saturday of every month at Coniston Community Centre, a great way to kick start the weekend & meet new friends.

Contact David Sully email rainbow@bristol.gov.uk

Bristol City Council employees LGBT group Call Equalities on 0117 922 4446

We work in partnership with Bristol City Council to empower lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to become actively involved in community life. We pride ourselves in challenging homophobia and transphobia in the wider community and help promote understanding of equality and inclusion.

www.each.education EACH is the award-winning charity: affirming the lives of gay & transgender people & reducing discrimination. Mon-Fri: 9:00 am-5:00 pm info@each.education 0808 1000 143

The Diversity Trust www.diversitytrust.org.uk The Diversity Trust is a specialist in equality, diversity and inclusion and has a wealth of knowledge and experience in project management, evaluation, policy, research and training.

Avon & Somerset Police

www.avonandsomerset.police.uk

Official Police account for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Liaison Officers @ASPOLICELGBT Avon & somerset police LGBT Liaison Team can be found at all community events and follow their work on the main website or via twitter.

Gaydio

day evening at 8:30. Also bowling, cinema, coffee bars, theatre, concerts, discos, cycling, walks, meals out and more. www.outbristol.co.uk/pinkherrings

LGBT GUIDE FOR THE WEST ENGLAND SocialOFgroup for LGBT people. Regular social

www.outbristol.co.uk lgbtbristol.org.uk

Trans Info

www.gaydio.co.uk Gaydio is the world’s biggest LGB&T radio station. You can get Gaydio on DAB Digital Radio (London, Sussex, Glasgow, Edinburgh), 88.4FM (Greater Manchester), on mobile apps gaydio.co.uk.

http://uktrans.info Advice with practical problems such as access to healthcare & legal issues. We can guide you towards information you need and on occasion we can (with your consent) contact organizations on your behalf to resolve issues.

Bristol Crossroads http://bristol-crossroads.org.uk Meetings at Wick Village Hall Contact: Liz or Tania Informal opportunity for all transgendered people, partners & family to meet & dress in a safe and supportive environment.

Phone: 01453 757110 The Bridge, Sexual Assault Referral Centre 0117 342 6999 A support service for victims of sexual crime & provides a range of services. If you are a victim, we can tell you your options and help you in making your own decisions about your care. www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk Survivors UK www.survivorsuk.org Survivors UK support adult men who have experienced sexual violation at any time in their lives. Their Helpline Webchat service is open Monday & Tuesday 6-9pm, Wednesday 122.30pm & 6-9pm, and Thursday 12-2.30pm.

Bristol Women’s Voice www.bristolwomensvoice.org.uk Bristol Women’s Voice (BWV) provides a way for women to influence the public authorities, for example the Council, health bodies and the police in how they meet women’s needs and promote women’s equality.

Social Groups Missing Lesbians

Bi Visible Bristol

GayWest

Sing Out Bristol

http://www.outbristol.co.uk/listings www.missinglesbians.co.uk A free listing guide for lesbian events, social groups and organizations of interest to lesbians and within reach of Bristol UK.

www.outbristol.co.uk/bivisible We promote the presence of the bisexual community in Bristol and provide meet-ups as a safe space for bi people to meet, network and exchange ideas. Café Kino on Stokes Croft, on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

www.gaywest.org.uk A social group covering the South West supporting the LGBTQIAPD Community, providing a safe and secure place to meet every Saturday morning. www.singoutbristol.com A choir run by and for LGBT people who enjoy singing. We are a very social group and musical experience is not needed.

LGBT Support Services Proud 2 Serve

www.outbristol.co.uk www.proud2serve.net

Our aim is to provide support, information and networking for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender serving, ex-serving personnel and their families both at home and abroad.

Lesbian & Gay Christian Movement, Bristol lgcm.org.uk LGCM is working for love, for peace, for justice, and for the promotion of the Christian faith especially within the LGBT community.

Imaan

www.imaan.org.uk Social Support for Lesbian, Gay Bisexual and Trans Muslims. Imaan supports LGBT Muslim people, their families and friends, to address issues of sexual orientation within Islam.

Jewish Lesbian and Gay Group

www.jglg.org.uk

The longest established Jewish LGBT group in the world. Our membership is open to Jewish men and women who areLGBT including people from many different backgrounds. We welcome non-Jewish partners to all events and non-LGBT & non-Jewish guests to certain events.

Out Stories Bristol www.outstoriesbristol.org.uk We are a group who are interested in discussing and collating information about LGBT History in Bristol. admin@outstoriesbristol.org.uk

Avon Trans Women www.avontranswomen.org.uk We are a self help group serving Bristol and the surrounding area for male-to-female transsexuals & others undergoing gender reassignment.

Pink Herrings

Trans Bristol

GMG

pinkherrings@yahoo.co.uk

Social network for lesbians, meets every other Thursday evening at 8:30. Also bowling, cinema, coffee bars, theatre, concerts, discos, cycling, walks, meals out and more. www.outbristol.co.uk/pinkherrings

www.gmgsouthwest.com Social group for LGBT people. Regular social evenings in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. gmgsw@hotmail.co.uk http://www.gmgsouthwest.com/

Gay Men’s Book Group

bristolbookclub@hotmail.co.uk

Meeting monthly at a member’s flat in the centre of Bristol to discuss a book written by a gay author or about gay themes.

BS3 LGBT

www.outbristol.co.uk/bs3-lgbt Aims to bring together the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities that live, work and play in the Bristol BS3 area.

LGBT Brunch

www.outbristol.co.uk/LGBTbruch First Saturday of every month at Coniston Community Centre, a great way to kick start the weekend & meet new friends.

Contact David Sully

Rainbow Group

email rainbow@bristol.gov.uk

Bristol City Council employees LGBT group Call Equalities on 0117 922 4446

http://transbristol.wordpress.com A safe space where trans identified people in the Bristol area can share ideas, provide support and plan things. Anything under the trans umbrella should belong here.

Email:transbristol@gmail.com Trans Info http://uktrans.info Advice with practical problems such as access to healthcare & legal issues. We can guide you towards information you need and on occasion we can (with your consent) contact organizations on your behalf to resolve issues.

Bristol Crossroads http://bristol-crossroads.org.uk Meetings at Wick Village Hall Contact: Liz or Tania Informal opportunity for all transgendered people, partners & family to meet & dress in a safe and supportive environment.

Phone: 01453 757110 The Bridge, Sexual Assault Referral Centre 0117 342 6999 A support service for victims of sexual crime & provides a range of services. If you are a victim, we can tell you your options and help you in making your own decisions about your care. www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk Survivors UK www.survivorsuk.org Survivors UK support adult men who have experienced sexual violation at any time in their lives. Their Helpline Webchat service is open Monday & Tuesday 6-9pm, Wednesday 122.30pm & 6-9pm, and Thursday 12-2.30pm.

Bristol Women’s Voice www.bristolwomensvoice.org.uk Bristol Women’s Voice (BWV) provides a way for women to influence the public authorities, for example the Council, health bodies and the police in how they meet women’s needs and promote women’s equality.

LGBT Support Services www.outbristol.co.uk Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline www.switchboard.lgbt Our helpline operates from 10am to 11pm daily on 0300 330 0630. You can also access Switchboard Instant Messaging through the following link when someone is available online - www.switchboard.lgbt Stonewall

www.stonewall.org.uk An organisation working for equality and justice for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexuals.From our Diversity Champions programme offering advice to over 600 companies to our information line on 08000 50 20 20 Bristol Drugs Project www.bdp.org.uk Whether it is Alcohol, Heroin or Ketamine, Cocaine or Cannabis, Ecstasy or Amphetamine, we can help you make the changes you want reducing the risks, controlling your use or stopping using. 0117 987 6000

LGBT Support Services www.outbristol.co.uk Pace www.pacehealth.org.uk PACE is a charity promoting the mental health and emotional well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans* community. PACE provides online services that can be accessed nationally.

LGBTQ Emotional Wellness lgbthealthforumbristol.co.uk A group aimed at Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer(LGBTQ) people over 18, who are experiencing emotional distress, or coping with enduring mental health challenges. info@lgbthealthforumbristol.co.uk Fastest at Terrence Higgins Trust Call 0117 955 1000 Rapid 1 hour HIV testing and same day results, testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, Hepatitis B and C with results within a 10 days. Confidential walk in service every Monday from 5-7:30pm (ex bank holidays).

Bookable appointments Friday afternoons. . 8-10 West Street, Bristol, BS2 0BH. www.tht.org.uk

www.brokenrainbow.org.uk If you’re in a violent relationship, or care about someone who is, call Broken Rainbow on 0300 999 5428 or 0800 999 5428. The helpline is open on Mondays and Thursdays 10am–8pm and Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10am–5 pm www.facebook.com/freedomyouthlgbtq

Brigstowe Project www.brigstowe.org Housing project for people living with HIV,providing support, advice and advocacy.

176 Easton Rd, Easton, Bristol.

Call 0117 9415188 Mon-Fri: 9:00 am-5:00 pm THT Direct Helpline Call us on 0808 802 1221

LGBTQ Youth Cafe Yate facebook.com/groups/LGBTQyate Aged 14-19yrs old, an LGBTQ youth café in Yate on the last Sunday of every month from 19:00-21:00. Come along & find out more.

Contact Phone 01454 869 441 Email info@ yatearmadillo.co.uk University of Bath LGBT www.bathlgbt.co.uk

GMFA - the gay men’s health charity www.gmfa.org.uk The UK’s leading charity dedicated to gay men’s health. Our mission is to improve gay men’s health by increasing the control they have over their own lives. www.gmfa.org.uk

UWE LGBT Society

Stop Hate UK

Broken Rainbow

Freedom Youth

A weekly group for LGBTQ young people aged 14-25, held in central Bristol every Tuesday from 7-9.30pm You can contact Hannah at hannah@otrbristol.org.uk or call 07814 250 751.

A social & welfare student group here to help you get the most out of your university life & wheather you identify as gay,straight, bisexual, trans or are unsure of your sexuality or gender Join our Facebook group for all discussions and social events

www.uwesu.org/network/outuwe

Social group for LGBT students. The LGBT Society has a great line up of events through out the year what ever your interests we are sure you can find something that appeals to you. Join our Facebook group for all discussions and social events.

University of Bristol LGBT+ Society

lgbtplusbristol.org.uk

We organise regular social events for all LGBT students at Bristol University Keep up to date with cultural/ recruitment events at the Bristol University LGBT+ Society. Join our Facebook group for all discussions and social events Email ubu-lgbtplus@bristol.ac.uk

The Albert Kennedy Trust

www.akt.org.uk

1625 Independent People

www.1625ip.co.uk

AKT supports LGBT young people (aged 16-25) who are homeless or living in a hostile environment.

London: 020 7831 6562 Manchester: 0161 228 3308 Newcastle: 0191 281 0099

Independent People actively prevents youth homelessness and promotes a planned approach to independent living. By meeting young people’s needs, every young person achieves a positive outcome as a result of contacting us. 0117 317 8800

For information and support about your sexual health and for information and concerns about HIV. Lines open Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm. Free to call from landlines and mobiles in the UK.

Bristol Sexual Health Centre

www.uhbristol.nhs.uk

Bristol Sexual Health Centre provides a confidential service which anyone can self-refer to (or your GP may wish to refer you here if needed), for advice, tests and treatment if needed.

Appointments: 0117 342 69 00 Advice: 0117 342 6944

www.stophateuk.org Independent & confidential information, advice and support to anybody affected by LGB and T Hate Crime. Available across England, Wales & Scotland. We are here 24 hours a day: 08088010661 CALM www.theCALMzone.net/get-help A charity dedicated to preventing male suicide.

Helpline & webchat service for men of all ages that’s free, confidential & anonymous. 0800 585858 (national) Open 5pm-midnight, every day of the year.

NO GOING BACK http://nogoingback.org.uk A charity dedicated to helping LGBT people who may have fled their country due to persecution for their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Bristol Families & Friends bristolfamiliesandfriends.org.uk BFF is a support group for families & friends of LGB people. We meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 7pm at the Terrence Higgins Trust. Call Sue Allen on 01454 852 418. sueallenfflag@blueyonder.co.uk

BRISTOL BEAR FIESTA

BRISTOL BRIST PRIDE

2-4 JUNE 2017

www.outbristol.co.uk/bristolbearfiesta

JULY 2017

WWW.PRIDEBRISTOL.CO.UK

SOUTHERN

1-3 DECEMBER 2017

HIBEARNATION

www.outbristol.co.uk/southernhibearnation