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LGBT+ venues and groups

As part of Pride Month we are highlighting local venues and groups who provide great fun, entertainment and support for Lewisham’s LGBT+ community.

Check out the below for some summer activity inspiration!

London Trans And Gender non-conforming swimming group (TAGS)

Swimmer swimming in a swimming poolLooking for a way to make new connections and get fit?

TAGS is an internationally-recognised swimming group providing safe and inclusive swimming for the Transgender and Non-binary community in Lewisham.

TAGS was established in 2014 and now that COVID-19 restrictions allow for it, they are back swimming.

Sessions are at Glass Mill Leisure Centre and cost £5.

You can find out more about TAGS on their Facebook page.

The Llama’s Head

image of a pub outsideIt’s time to let your hair down at Lewisham’s brand new LGBT bar, the Llama’s Head.

They have an amazing array of Latin cocktails, including frozen ones for when the sun’s out! They also host an unmissable bottomless drag brunch.

Find out more about the Llama’s Head on their Instagram page.

Smash Hits London

Smash Hits Badminton logoFancy a spot of Badminton? Or maybe you’re already a pro looking for practice. Enter Smash Hits London, a friendly, sociable and competitive LGBT+ badminton club.

They meet weekly at Prendergast Vale College and welcome all members of, and those who are accepting of the LGBT+ community.

Find out more about Smash Hits London on their website.

Queer House Party

House Party logoHouse parties never grow old and Queer House Party is something you definitely don’t want to miss! It’s an award-winning virtual LGBTIQ+ party that brings you the best drag, performers, and DJs in an accessible space.

It was born at the start of lockdown when Harry Gay and his fellow DJs began weekly LGBTQ+ Zoom parties from their home in New Cross.

Since then they have hosted 15 parties and thankfully plan to continue Queer House Party beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.

Find out more and join the next Queer House Party on its Facebook page.

You can also read an interview with Harry Gay about Queer House Party on the Time Out London website.

Find out about how we are celebrating Pride Month in our news story.

Lewisham LGBT Forum

Lewisham LGBT Forum logoLewisham LGBT Forum provides a safe and inclusive space for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Trans + people, and friends and allies, who live, work, study or socialise in Lewisham.

The forum is run by LGBT+ community members and provides a platform to discuss and coordinate LGBT+ voices.

Its website also has links to local support services and groups, as well as other helpful information.

Find out more about the Lewisham LGBT Forum on its website.

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