London LGBTQ Community Centre

LGBTQ+ Morning Yoga
2024-12-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-21 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
An hour of yoga for LGBTQ+ people of all abilities

Join us for an hour of yoga at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.
Yoga is held on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11am – 12pm. Please check eventbrite for any changes and ensure you have registered before attending. Yoga mats are provided but please bring your own if you wish.
Sessions are charged on a pay-what-you-can basis. All donations go towards supporting the ongoing work of the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.
Please note that we are unable to refund donations.
About the facilitators:
Morning yoga is run by a rotating group of LGBTQ+ volunteers, all of whom are professionally qualified yoga instructors.
Accessibility at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
Masks and hand sanitiser are available for use free of charge. All yoga mats are cleaned between sessions.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Introduction to Sighted Guiding with Demonstration
2024-12-14 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Training to understand more about sight loss and its consequences and learn how to guide an adult who is blind or partially sighted. (18+)

Please note: this event is for over 18’s only.
Much like learning how to perform first aid, sighted guiding is a useful life skill. It will give you the confidence to know how to act when you meet people who are blind or partially sighted, and the guiding techniques to help them if they need it.
The training will cover most common eye conditions and their impact, emotional and physical challenges people living with sight loss face and a demonstration of sighted guiding techniques.
The training is designed to be interactive and engaging, and will not only raise your awareness on vision impairment, but it will also equip you with tips on how to provide help confidently and safely whenever needed.
We will cover:

Sight loss in the UK
Eye conditions
Potential impacts and challenges
Access rights
Practical activity
Reflection and questions

This is in-person event delivered by Guide Dogs expert staff who is available to answer questions and provide advice.
About the facilitator
Tadeja Zajec (she/her), Sighted Guide Training Officer at Guide Dogs, has been delivering trainings to different audiences for over 20 years. She is passionate about educating the public so that they will be more understanding and able to offer more support to people with sight loss.
There are currently two million people in the UK living with sight loss, with this number predicted to double by 2050.
At Guide Dogs our aim is to increase the number of people in the UK who know how to sighted guide, to help create a more inclusive society for people with vision impairment.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Please ensure you inform us prior to the session of any specific requests, preferences or needs . We want to ensure our sessions are as accessible and engaging as possible.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough and chills.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Asexual and Aromantic Meetup
2024-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A chance to meet and chat with other asexuals and aromantics

About the Meetup:
A relaxed and friendly social meetup for anyone who is, or thinks they may be, on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrums – come along for coffee, cake and a chat!
You might have already been to similar meetups, or maybe you’ve never actually met another ace or aro person in real life before – either way you’ll be made to feel very welcome.
Accessibility:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling unwell including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid-19 and Mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre:
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Queer Open Mic
2024-12-14 17:30 - 19:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
For all LGBTQ+ performers!

Come, take the mic and talk/sing/dance/perform in whichever way you see fit. All performances are welcome.
We want to cultivate a welcoming energy where we all feel comfortable to stand in front of people and just go for it!
If you want to just sit and relax or don’t know for sure whether you are up for performing with an audience, you’re also welcome to come and take a look at what’s on. Maybe you find the inspiration to take the mic next time.
Instruments aren’t available, but you’re welcome to bring your own.
Time will be limited to five minutes per appearance. You can sign up more than once if there is enough space.
Watch back previous performances on Queer Open Mic’s Instagram.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough and chills.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid-19 please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

LGBTQ+ Community Meditation
2024-12-15 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
This guided meditation group creates a unique space for LGBTQ+ people to foster friendship and practice meditation.

The sessions will feature a variety of mindfulness, loving-kindness and wisdom meditations. There’ll also be sharing & connecting, poetry and more. Through this, we’ll cultivate a warm awareness of our own experience and go beyond the individual to explore how we can grow and flourish as a community. There’ll also be the option to socialise in the cafe area after.
No prior meditation experience required. Also suitable for those who are trying to establish a regular practice within a supportive environment.
Sessions are free, with an optional donation towards establishing a permanent LGBTQ+ community centre. Please note that we are unable to refund donations.
During this session, the cafe will be closed.
Please ensure that you register before attending.
About the organisers
Our community meditation is led by a group of rotating facilitators who come from various backgrounds and practices.
Accessibility:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

LGBTQ+ Winter Market
2024-12-15 13:00 - 19:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Our LGBTQ+ Winter Market is back for another year!
We’re hosting a bunch of LGBTQ+ crafters, artists and sellers on Sunday 15 December at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre 🎁 ⁠⁠
Pick up a special gift for a loved one or a little treat for yourself!⁠ ⁠
No need to sign up – just come on down.⁠ ⁠
We’ll be posting more info about our sellers when they’re confirmed.
Feature photo from our Winter Market in 2023 taken by Levi.

Queer Weekday Minyan
2024-12-16 07:30 - 08:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Weekday Shacharit service for queer Jews and allies.

Hosted by Jewish Autonomous Queers, Queer Weekday Minyan is a weekly service starting at 7:45am at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.
We aim to offer kaddish at 8:15am. We’re currently using the British reform siddur, but are looking to develop our own minhag.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough and chills.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Sonic Hub Presents: Sonic Queermas
2024-12-16 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Sonic Hub Presents: Sonic Queermas | An end of year networking event to unify queer creatives in the music industry!
Sonic Hub is a music and culture publication based in the UK that primarily focuses on highlighting small artists and showcasing them to a new audience. Our mission is to create a safe space for all kinds of women and non-binary creatives to excel in the music industry.
The holiday season, just like the music industry, can be very isolating and daunting. For that reason, Sonic Hub is throwing one last event in 2024, a chill networking event where queer creatives in the music industry can come, hang out and meet likeminded individuals! (musicians, journalists, producers, photographers and many many others).
There will cute snacks, small little Christmas tokens, music and amazing people! The event is entirely self-funded and curated with the utmost love and care. Any donations will revert back to the magazine and go into our 2025 program! Feel free to provide any feedback or ideas to make our events even better!

Winter Wellbeing Workshop
2024-12-16 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/London)
8-week programme designed to support people to develop new skills and strengthen existing strategies to maintain wellbeing over winter.

We know that the winter months can have an impact on people’s wellbeing for multiple reasons, and that it can be a tricky time for many people. Given that this can be an isolating experience, we feel that it may be useful to meet as a group to share and develop skills and strategies to better support ourselves and each other through this time.
Ashley and Navya will facilitate an 8-week workshop grounded in ideas and techniques from Compassion Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy practices. These sessions will focus primarily on developing awareness and understanding of emotional experiences, as well as participating in experiential exercises to develop soothing skills.
It is essential that participants commit to the 8-week programme to get the most out of the workshops, as there will be a gradual development of ideas and skills over time.
Consistent attendance is also important for building group safeness and relational trust.This is not intended to be a therapy group: rather than in-depth exploration of personal experiences, these sessions will focus on skills development and coping strategies.
It is understandable that speaking about wellbeing may prompt participants to consider further support to address any difficulties. In such instances, Ashley and Navya are able to signpost to relevant services.
About the facilitators
Dr Ashley Peart (he/him) is a Black queer man and Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience in the NHS, education and voluntary sectors. He is passionate about increasing access to mental health services and the clinical psychology profession, and supporting young people and adult’s mental health through a holistic, creative, and strengths-based approach.
Dr Navya Anand (she/her) is queer Indian cisgendered woman and Clinical Psychologist, working in Children’s Social Care, Academic, and Private Practice settings.
She hopes to incorporate compassion-based practices across different levels of service provision, and to embody values of social justice in her work.
Accessibility
We hope to make this group accessible to a wider range of people in the community, and as such will be providing the workshops online in the evenings on Mondays. Closed captions will be available, and we welcome conversations about how to ensure the space is accessible to all participants.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including a headache, fever, sore throat and consistent cough.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

LGBTQ+ Ballet
2024-12-18 08:00 - 09:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
LGBTQ+ friendly beginners and intermediate ballet class. A holistic practice that will improve your strength, coordination and flexibility.

Learn the foundations of ballet in the beautiful surroundings of the Southbank.
A holistic practice that will improve your strength, coordination, flexibility and mindfulness.
Open to all body types, races, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.
Taught by two friendly professional performers and dance enthusiasts from Ballet in the Park.
Come dance your way to fitness with us!
Accessibility at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including a headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough or chills.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Wellness Hour
2024-12-18 09:30 - 10:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Meditation and light stretching to prepare you for the day ahead!

Come along for a gentle start to the day with some guided meditation and light stretching to ground and reinvigorate you midweek.
The aim is to tend to tight muscles and reduce the dread in the day ahead.
You can expect a welcoming friendly vibe, suitable for beginners, especially if sitting still for a long meditation isn’t your vibe!
Elements will include breath work, movement and stretching, but the sessions will be guided by the needs of the group and vary slightly each time.
This is a consent-guided practice.
Wellness hour will start off our Co-working Day at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, so you’re welcome to stay and work on whatever you’re working on after this morning reset.
About the facilitator
Hannah (she/they) is a London-based yoga teacher and writer.
She completed her 200-hr YTT through MoreYoga along with a 50-hr CPD in Restorative, Yin and Meditation.
Their wellness approach centres on breathwork and gentle movement with guided meditation to leave students feeling grounded.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, and chills.
For current information on Covid please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

LGBTQ+ Coworking Space
2024-12-18 09:30 - 18:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A space for LGBTQ+ freelancers, students and work-from-homers

Join us for coffee, a desk and queer business!
Every Wednesday the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre opens its space for freelancers, students and anyone that work remotely.
At 1pm we’ll have a social lunch hour so we can have an arranged time to break for lunch and have a chat. It can be tricky to fit in a proper lunch break and we are hoping this will help.
If you don’t want to join, that’s okay! It’ll just be an hour with slightly more chatting and background noise, no pressure at all. On sunny days we’ll eat outside.
This coworking space is run in partnership with Business Queers, a network of freelancers and small business operators. For more information click here.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, and chills.
For current information on Covid please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

NA Queer to Stay
2024-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
NA Queer to Stay is a weekly meeting, ran as part of UK Narcotics Anonymous. The group meets every Wednesday from 7-8pm.
There’s no need to register a place. You can drop by any time from 6:30pm.
To retain privacy, the Centre will be closed during the meeting.
Accessibility:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre:
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Tension and Trauma Release Exercises
2024-12-19 12:30 - 18:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Discover the transformative power of TRE!
TRE® (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) are a set of exercises that can release long-held tension patterns and promote new feelings of embodiment and ease.
Shaking is a new stimulus to the nervous system and when approached with curiosity and conscious awareness can support resilience and growth.TRE® is a safe, natural process to relax, reset and reframe overprotective reflexes.
Certified TRE® Provider, Michael Peck, is offering one-on-one sessions in Tension/Stress/Trauma Release Exercises.
This body-based therapy releases pent-up stress and tension stuck in the body and resets your nervous system through natural neurogenic tremors and shaking.
Connect with your body’s natural ability to release tension and anxiety through shaking and gain valuable tools for self-regulation and grounding.
The cost is £60 per one-on-one session. Discounts are available for anyone who is on a low income or no income.
The session is an hour long. Email mjpeck@me.com to book and embark on a journey towards balance and empowerment today.
Accessibility at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre:
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Intermission: Intersex Meetup
2024-12-19 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Intermission is a monthly meet-up for intersex folks and their allies hosted by intersex actor and advocate, Ki Griffin.

Intermission is a monthly meet-up for intersex folks and their allies hosted by intersex actor and advocate, Ki Griffin.
Aimed to bring together the intersex community in London, Intermission is a casual group lead session that will develop with the interests of the group.
About the facilitator:
Ki is a multidisciplinary creative practitioner from London who identifies as a Black trans-masculine non-binary, queer person with an intersex variation, using he/him and they/them pronouns.
Primarily working as an actor, he portrayed the first non-binary character in a British soap opera as his television debut, they have continued to make groundbreaking steps in the industry playing only transgender, non-binary and intersex characters in his career so far.
Outside of their acting work, they are an LGBTQIA+ advocate who has spoken at multiple panels and events including Trans+ Pride and WOW Festival as well as DJ performing across London and the North of England.
Accessibility:
The meetup will take place via Zoom. Email us at hello@londonlgbtqcentre.org if you have any access requirements.
Donate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Trans Social Meetup
2024-12-19 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A relaxed social event to meet and chat with people who identify under the trans and gender non-conforming umbrella.

A social event for all trans and gender non-conforming people to meet and get to know each other.
This will be a relaxed event with quiet space, tea, coffee, doodle table and conversation starters.
Jay (he/they) will be there to welcome you if you’re coming along and is always happy to chat.
About the organiser:
Jay (he/they) is a trans/non-binary writer, performer and group facilitator passionate about creating inclusive spaces to celebrate queer people.
Producer of the ‘Self-Made’ Trans Fashion Show, Jay is interested in the diverse styles and identities of people who identify under the trans and gender non-conforming umbrella.
Accessibility:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

50+ Friday Social
2024-12-20 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Formerly organised by Opening Doors, this is a weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50. Eventbrite link coming soon (just drop in for now!).
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough and chills.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

London Deaf Rainbow Club
2024-12-20 17:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join London Deaf Rainbow Club at the Centre!

London Deaf Rainbow Club is hosting a monthly gathering open to all deaf, hard of hearing, Cochlear Implant, CODA/DP, Hearing Signers, learners and hearing loss individuals.
This is a great way to connect, meet and socialise with other LGBTQ+ folks who are hearing impaired.
Accessibility:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Melanin Vybz (BPOC 50+ Meetup)
2024-12-20 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Formally organised by Opening Doors, Melanin Vybz is a regular group for LGBTQ+ Black people and people of colour over 50. Eventbrite page coming soon (no booking required!).
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough and chills.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Queer with OCD
2024-12-21 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A chance to meet other people with OCD in a friendly setting.

We are a peer-led group for those who’ve experienced OCD or related disorders (BDD, BFRBs) and their loved ones.
Please DM @queerswithocd on Instagram for more information, a comfort agreement for sessions and resources.
Accessibility at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Tarot Chats
2024-12-21 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join AJ for a magical tarot coven meetups to deepen your relationship with tarot.

Join AJ for a magical tarot coven meetup to deepen your relationship with tarot and explore a different topic each month!

Upcoming dates:
October 2024: Connecting with The Hierophant
December 2024: Celebrating Winter Solstice
What you’ll need:
Bring your favourite tarot deck and get ready to self-reflect and chat! No knowledge of tarot is needed, but you will need to bring your own deck with you plus a pen and paper.
Can’t make an in-person session? We also have Tarot workshops online! Check out dates here.

About the facilitator:
AJ (they/them) is a queer life coach and witch, guiding individuals on transformative journeysthrough tarot readings, workshops, and rituals that foster connection with the self and thecommunity, exploring our hopes and dreams as a collective.
Blending life coaching, witchcraft, and tarot wisdom, AJ invites others to embrace authenticity, find strength in vulnerability, and live a life true to their unique identity.
With a dedication to queering tarot, AJ challenges traditional interpretations, encouraging folks to find confidence in their intuition and reimagine archetypes through their own perspective and experience.
Accessibility:
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
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Thai Yoga Massage
2024-12-21 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Thai Yoga Massage is conducted fully clothed on the floor on a futon mat.
Thania (they/them) uses compression and passive stretching in prone, supine, side-lying and seated positions. It is as wonderful as it sounds! Thania is offering three 50min sessions every Saturday from 1 to 4:30pm.
Some benefits of Thai Yoga Massage can be:

Increases vitality
Improves range of motion
Relaxes, de-stresses and reliefs from pain
Improves physical performance
Improves circulation
Boosts the immune system
Promotes inner peace
Promotes body awareness
Deepens the connection between body and mind
Tailored to your needs
A passive yoga class

When: Every 1st and 3rd Sunday
Time: Between 1-4:30pm (space for three sessions)
Location: Quiet Room (at the Centre)
Cost: £35 (anything extra will go towards the Centre)
Book: Email Thania at thaniatymp@gmail.com

Queer Book Club
2024-12-21 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Monthly book club focused on queer authors.

Monthly book club focused on queer authors on a range of topics. Each month we’ll discuss a title and offer readers the chance to suggest the next month’s read.
There’s also the opportunity to have a non-alcoholic drink, make new friends and socialise after the book discussion.
Upcoming dates
January 2025 – Our Lady of the Flowers by Jean Genet
February 2025 – Maurice by E.M. Forster
March 2025 – Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit by Jeanette Winterson
April 2025 – The Lesbiana’s Guide To Catholic School by Sonora Reyes
May 2025 – On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong
June 2025 – Burning My Roti: Breaking Barriers as a Queer Indian Woman – Sharan Dhaliwal
July 2025 – Feminist, Queer, Crip by Alison Kafer
August 2025 – Rosewater by Liv Little
September 2025 – You Made a Fool of Death With Your Beauty by Akwaeke Emezi
October 2025 – The Color Purple by Alice Walker
November 2025 – Gender Euphoria: Stories of Joy From Trans, Non-binary and Intersex Writers by Laura Kate Dale
December 2025 – The Price of Salt/Carol – Patricia Highsmith

Previous books read

Ready to Catch Him Should He Fall by Neil Bartlett
Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
Stone Butch Blues by Leslie Feinberg
Her Majesty’s Royal Coven by Juno Dawson
Ace: What Asexuality Reveals About Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex by Angela Chen
The Bell by Iris Murdoch
Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H
Being Ace: An Anthology of Queer, Trans, Femme, and Disabled Stories of Asexual Love and Connection by Madeline Dyer (editor)
All Men Want to Know by Nina Bouraoui
Neon Roses by Rachel Dawson
Go Tell It to the Mountain by James Baldwin
This Arab is Queer by Elias Jahshan (editor)
Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia Armfield

Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the Centre
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough and chills.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Touch Grass Day-Tripper: Game and Chill
2024-12-21 15:00 - 18:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Explore, create, and connect in nature’s boundless playground. Our curated day events are designed to immerse you in the beauty of nature while igniting your creative spark.
Looking for a fun and relaxed way to spend your afternoon? Join us for our end of year social. A laid-back afternoon filled with board games, snacks, and great company! Whether you’re a board game pro or just looking to try something new, we’ve got a range of games for everyone to enjoy.
Come along to meet new people, enjoy some light bites, and dive into some friendly competition. It’s the perfect way to unwind, socialise, and connect with others in the community.
Grab your friends, or come solo and make new ones – everyone is welcome!
Location: London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
Date: Saturday 21st September 2024
Arrival time: 3pm
Age: 18+
Who is this for? This is an exclusive event for queer women and non-binary people of colour.
What to bring:
🌼 Any games
🌼 Any additional snacks
About Touch Grass
Touch Grass is an outdoor community for queer women and non-binary people of colour.
We are committed to fostering community growth through outdoor gatherings and wellness-focused trips that encourage us to rekindle our relationship with nature. Our immersive experiences go beyond relaxation—it’s about empowerment, wellness, and forging meaningful connections.
Our vision is for queer people of colour to see the outdoors as a space where we belong. A Natural England study found that White people are 70% more likely than Black and Asian people to spend time in the countryside. We want to change this. We deserve to reap the benefits of improved emotional well-being and physical health too.
We believe creativity and nature go hand in hand, which is why most of our events encourage you to embrace nature and your inner creative spirit.

LGBTQ+ Improv Workshop
2024-12-21 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A drop-in workshop for LGBTQ+ people. No experience necessary!

A drop-in workshop for LGBTQ+ people of any experience level. Improv is all about collaboration and saying yes to people’s ideas. Follow your spontaneity, trust your gut and you’ll be surprised at what worlds you can create.
Improv is not just about being funny; improv is an amazing way to help people dealing with social anxiety or for people that want some practice feeling a little more free in their public speaking.
This is a low-stakes workshop where we can share some laughs and maybe even make some new friends. Through games and exercises we’ll create stories, characters and learn the fundamentals of improvisation.
Note: Please ensure that you arrive on time for this workshop. We will cover our code of conduct and accessibility in the first five minutes.
Unfortunately we aren’t able to permit anyone who arrives late as it’s mandatory to take part in the first part of the session.
Please get in touch with us if you know you’ll be running late and we will try to accommodate where we can!
About the facilitator
Sam Roulston (he/him) is an award winning Comedian and Writer based in London.
He recently returned to the UK after living in Toronto for several years where he worked as a comedian and member of faculty at the Second City comedy theatre. Sam also performs/teaches at comedy festivals all over the world. Some of the most recent festivals include Mama City Improv Festival (Capetown), Hell Yes Fest (New Orleans), The Del Close Marathon (New York City), Detroit Improv Festival and Improv Fest Ireland (Dublin).
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough and chills.
Masks and hand sanitiser are provided free of charge.
For current information on Covid-19 please visit the NHS website.

LGBTQ+ Community Meditation
2024-12-22 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
This guided meditation group creates a unique space for LGBTQ+ people to foster friendship and practice meditation.

The sessions will feature a variety of mindfulness, loving-kindness and wisdom meditations. There’ll also be sharing and connecting, poetry and more. Through this, we’ll cultivate a warm awareness of our own experience and go beyond the individual to explore how we can grow and flourish as a community. There’ll also be the option to socialise in the cafe area after.
No prior meditation experience required. Also suitable for those who are trying to establish a regular practice within a supportive environment.
Sessions are free, with an optional donation towards establishing a permanent LGBTQ+ community centre. Please note that we are unable to refund donations.
During this session, the cafe will be closed.
Please ensure that you register before attending.
About the organisers
Community Meditation is led by a group of rotating facilitators who come from various backgrounds and practices.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:
To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough and chills.
You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.
For current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the Centre
We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.

Queer Walking Group
2024-12-22 12:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
From green spaces and forests to scenic canals, join us for a monthly Queer Walking Group across North, South, East and/or West London.

Join us on a series of engaging walks that will take you through the heart of the city and beyond, exploring green spaces, forests, and more.
These walks offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant diversity of our community, from the lush greenery of urban parks to the serene tranquillity of woodland trails.
Each session promises to be an enriching experience, as we journey together and celebrate the spirit of inclusivity and solidarity that defines the LGBTQ+ community in London.
Come along and discover new perspectives, make new connections, and enjoy the simple pleasure of walking in good company.
All are welcome to join us as we explore the wonders of London’s landscapes and celebrate the diversity that makes our community thrive.
Sunday 29th September
Bermondsey and Rotherhithe riverside walk
Sunday 27th Ocotber
Route to be confirmed
Sunday 24th November
Route to be confirmed
Sunday 22nd December
New river walk, North London section
Sunday 12th January
Southern Epping Forest – Snaresbrook to Highams Park
Sunday 26th January
Route to be confirmed
Route:
Meeting spot to be confirmed nearer the time via eventbrite email. Walk will set off a maximum of 10 minutes after event start time.

About the organisers:
Multiple community members will be leading different dates on the walk. Information on all organisers TBC.
Accessibility:
We will provide accessibility information for each walk to attendees as soon as we can.

Donate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.
To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our website.
