London LGBTQ Community Centre

In My Time, In My Body: Black History Month Panel Talk
2025-10-26 18:30 - 19:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join us for an open conversation about mental health and strategies for healing aimed at LGBTQ+ African people and diasporans.

Celebrate UK Black History Month at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre!
As part of UK Black History Month, we invite you to join us for an open conversation about mental health and strategies for healing aimed at LGBTQ+ African people and Diasporans – all within a safe, welcoming, and culturally sensitive space.
Hosted by Kayla Mae Garcia, and featuring Chloe Filani and Lauren Ige, the conversation serves to discuss access to services, support networks, and self-care practices inspired by ancestral knowledge, spirituality, and everyday rituals.
Please note this event is for Black LGBTQ+ communities.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid-19 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.

Black History Month Board Games Afternoon
2025-10-26 15:00 - 18:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Spend a chilled Sunday afternoon playing popular board games in African and Caribbean communities.

Celebrate UK Black History Month at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre!
Come spend a chilled Sunday afternoon playing popular board games in African and Caribbean communities, such as Dominoes, Oware and card games with other LGBTQ+ folks in a relaxed environment.
Some games will be provided by organisers, but you’re welcome to bring your own too!
Anyone new to board games is absolutely welcome – there is usually someone around to teach how to play.
We’re looking for two Black LGBTQ+ facilitators to host and source board games for this session. This is a paid opportunity (£50). Email jesualdo@londonlgbtqcentre.org if you’re interested in hosting.
Please note this event is for Black LGBTQ+ communities.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid-19 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.

Black History Month Community Lunch
2025-10-26 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join us for a special community lunch for Black History Month. This event is for Black LGBTQ+ people.

Celebrate UK Black History Month with us.
Join us for a special community lunch in light of Black History Month, make some new friends and feel at home.
Little Baobab is bringing a tasty meal, taking us from West Africa to the Caribbean, all under one roof.

Chicken Yassa (marinated chicken with onions caramelised with lime)
Vegetarian Mafe (peanut butter and vegetable stew)
Spinach stew
Plain rice
Millet with white beans
Salad
Little Baobab Chilli Sauce

As this event is likely to book up fast, we kindly request that guests do not book tickets unless certain they’ll be able to attend, and return any tickets ASAP if plans change so we’re able to provide slots to people on the waiting list.
Please note this event is for Black LGBTQ+ communities.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid-19 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+ Community Meditation
2025-10-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-19 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 Open Mic
2025-10-25 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.

HIV Testing with METRO
2025-10-25 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A drop-in HIV testing service with METRO Charity at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. No booking is required – pop in during the opening times.
The drop-in takes place in the Centre’s Quiet Room.
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.

PMDD Meetup
2025-10-25 12:30 - 14:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A space for anyone experiencing PMDD (diagnosed or undiagnosed) to come and meet other people experiencing this condition.

A space for people experiencing PMDD (diagnosed or undiagnosed) to come and meet other people going through this debilitating condition.
PMDD affects people’s daily lives and relationships and this meetup is to ensure nobody feels alone in what they are experiencing.
This will be a relaxed atmosphere where you can chat to one another over a tea/coffee. There will be mindfulness colouring to take part in if you’d like to.
About the facilitator
Margarita (she/her) has experienced PMDD for years before finding out about the condition itself. It has affected many aspects of her life, including the ability to work full-time and her relationships.
During her luteal phase, she often feels like a completely different person and isolates herself from others.
Margarita came across The PMDD Project (the first charity for PMDD in the UK), and after attending their first event in April, she felt so validated that she wanted to create a space where people can come together regularly and feel less alone.
Accessibility
Our full 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 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 Kizomba: 6-Week Progressive Course
2025-10-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-17 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-10 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | The Africa Centre, 66 Great Suffolk Street, London, England, SE1 0BL, United Kingdom
Queer Kizomba is back for another run in London!
Join The Blacker the Berry Project for a new 6-week journey led by the one and only Tsunami Tânia throughout 2025 UK Black History Month. This progressive course offers a welcoming space to explore the beautiful rhythms and sensual movements of Kizomba, reimagined through a queer and inclusive lens.
Each week, you will learn the fundamentals of this Angolan dance style and music genre, from its signature steps to its cultural significance, all while embracing creativity, authentic self-expression, and community.
This course is designed to build confidence and skill progressively, and open to all levels and everyone. Please note that, as always, Black LGBTQ+ people are the prioritised, as part of our mission to amplify the community through creative intervention.
Make sure to select the ticket option that most suits you:

Concession (recommended for Black LGBTQ+ and/or working class Black people)
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Solidarity

By booking the date available on Eventbrite (Wednesday 5 February) you are confirming attendance for the 6-week course:

Friday 10 October
Friday 17 October
Friday 24 October
Friday 31 October
Friday 7 November
Friday 14 November

This event is part of the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre‘s Black History Month programme, supported by Southwark Council.
Want to learn more about our collective? Visit our new website at theblackertheberryproject.org.
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 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+ Life Drawing Class
2025-10-24 18:00 - 19:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
LGBTQ+ Life Drawing Class featuring LGBTQ+ models, facilitated by Kai Kathleen.

LGBTQ+ Life Drawing Classes featuring LGBTQ+ models facilitated by Kai Kathleen (they/them). This event is for people over 18.
Basic materials will be provided (such as paper, clipboards, pencils, pastels etc.) but bringing your own is encouraged.

We will begin with an intro to the space and the model
We will explain the prompts/techniques to try, give you some guidance and we’ll get into the creating!
We will have a short break mid way and also time for sharing and socialising at the end
The class is open to all abilities (even if you think you can’t draw – you CAN!) and our aim is to create a brave and vulnerable space for us to connect and enjoy the creative process together.
For more info or any questions please message Kai at @kaikathleenn on Instagram.

About the facilitator
Kai Kathleen (they/them) is a queer Illustrator/Artist based in Surrey, whose vibrant and often political work focuses on their passion for LGBTQ+ empowerment and taboo-tackling subjects.
They use their art as activism and aim to highlight the need for inclusivity and queer representation. They aim to build community, promote equality and inspire others by sharing their work online, running creative workshops in the community and working with like-minded clients as a freelance Illustrator.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid-19 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.

50+ Friday Social
2025-10-24 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Our weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50.

Formerly organised by Opening Doors, this is a weekly meetup for LGBTQ+ people over 50.
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 and/or mpox symptoms including 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 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
2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-08 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.

Queer Weekday Minyan
2025-10-21 19:00 - 20:00 (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 and a way to start your Tuesday with fellowship and blessings!
7:30am start:

7:30am – Doors open. People can arrive and wrap tefillin (we have one set to lend
7:45am – The service starts
8:15am – We hope to reach kaddish around this time
8:30am – We must be out at this time

7pm start:

7pm – Doors open. People can arrive and wrap tefillin (we have one set to lend
7:15pm – The service starts
7:45pm – We hope to reach kaddish around this time
8pm – We must be out at this time

We ask that everyone follow our code of conduct.
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.

Revolting Gays: Film Screening and Q&A
2025-10-19 17:30 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
This film delves into the rich history of the LGBTQ+ community in Brixton, focusing primarily on the 1970s and early 1980s.

This film, led by Ian Townson, delves into the rich history of the LGBT community in Brixton, focusing primarily on the 1970s and early 1980s.
Originally a one-off event, Ian’s queer tour of Brixton has become a recurring exploration of the area’s vibrant past.
The film highlights the formation and impact of the first-ever gay community centre at 78 Railton Road, along with the development of squatted communal houses predominantly occupied by gay men.
Following the screening, a facilitated conversation and informal Q&A with Ian will take place.
About the organisers
Ian Townson (he/him) is a gay political activist and collector of Brixton gay community’s past and other gay liberation campaigns and events which otherwise would remain hidden from history. Townson was a part of the Brixton gay community initially as a resident of squats occupied by small groups of gay people for several years.
Katie Luna Goldfinch (they/them) is a creative facilitator and activist heavily involved in disability justice and queer resistance. They are a central figure in the revived London chapter of ACT UP (AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power) and champion a quietly chaotic, human and loving approach to activism and community.
Accessibility
The Centre’s accessibility statement is here.
Covid-19 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.

Mind the Gap: Intergenerational Social
2025-10-19 13:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Bridge the generation gap! Enjoy a relaxed Sunday afternoon tea and get to know older and younger people, aged 18-118.

Bridge the generation gap! Enjoy a relaxed sunday afternoon tea with the gay grandpersons. Get to know older and younger people, aged 18-118! With facilitated discussions and different topics and activities each month.
Sunday October 19 – The Gay Bar Graveyard
As the leaves begin to fall in October, we are brought to reflect on spaces, venues, events, and people who are no longer with us.
Subcultures, symbols, and spaces are what brings a lot of LGBTQ+ people together! How do you know someone is part of the community? How did you know back in the day? Were you or have you been part of any LGBTQ+ specific subcultures? Join us in this, honouring, sharing, and connect with other LGBTQ+ people of diverse generations.
Sunday 16 November – From Lonely Hearts to Grinder
A discussion about the different ways we’ve found each other for love, connection and community through time.
You can expect:

Welcome and introduction in a big group
Conversations in small groups about your experiences with dating, cruising, finding queer friends, community spaces and generally how you’ve found other lgbtq+ people
Returning to the big group to discuss all together
You are welcome to come along just to listen if you’re shy to share, but bring along your stories if you can 🙂
From the discussion we will add to a display sharing different ways of meeting other LGBTQIA+ folk

About the facilitators
Brixton Umbrella Circle is an independent, peer led, self-help group for older (50+) LGBTQ’s. It offers a forum for mutual support, socialising and addressing individual and collective experiences (past and current) in a social, cultural and political context.
Umbrellas provide shelter and is used as a term for covering all – and because our hearts and minds can be like umbrellas – useless if we do not open them.
Patrick (he/him) is a Mexican Stone Butch Drag King, facilitating the meetup on Sunday 19 October. He is passionate about queer night life and subcultures, especially intergenerational and multicultural events.
Kim (they/them) from A Whole Orange Matchmaking is facilitating the meetup on Sunday 16 November. They run events, workshops and do one-to-one dating coaching and matchmaking for LGBTQIA+ folk looking for connection.
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.

LGBTQ+ Health Outreach Drop-in
2025-10-19 13:30 - 15:30 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A monthly drop-in LGBTQ+ health outreach session offering:

Mini health checks
Gender-affirming care advice including safe DIY, sexual health and contraception advice
Advice on cancer checks including cervical, breast and bowel screening and care navigation
Healthy lifestyle advice
Signposting to other services
Chat with a nurse!

No booking required – come in during the drop-in times listed.
About the facilitator
Nurse Flora will be on hand with their team to offer all the above. Flora is a lead nurse at Bridge@Southwark, a transgender primary care service. They’re an expert in LGBTQ+ health issues.
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.

Queer Platonic Coparenting: Meetup for Prospective Coparents
2025-10-19 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Come and meet other queer people interested in platonic coparenting. Whether you want to explore the concept or you’re looking coparents, the event is open to all!
Queer Platonic Coparenting encourage attendees to fill out a Profile on qpcp.co.uk so we can match you with other people when you come along.
This will be a relaxed event where you can join and sit at a table, use our question cards to start chatting to people or take a time out in the quiet room.
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.

Thai Yoga Massage
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:30 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 two 50 min sessions every two weeks on Saturday from 1-3:30pm.
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 1-3:30pm (space for two sessions)
Location: Quiet Room (at the Centre)
Cost: £35 (anything extra will go towards the Centre)
Book: Email Thania at thaniatymp@gmail.com

Genderqueer Buddhist Book Club
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A monthly meetup to discuss extracts from Buddhist texts from different traditions through the lens of queerness, gender, race, and climate.

A monthly meetup to discuss extracts from Buddhist texts from different traditions through the lens of queerness, gender, race, and climate justice.
Click here for what we’re reading this month.
This event is for both practicing Buddhists, who may find it difficult to bring these issues into more traditional Buddhist study settings, and for anyone who would like to discuss daily life and philosophical issues through a Buddhist lens.
Gender-conforming queers and allies are also welcome!
About the facilitator
Matt (they/them) is a Buddhist and self-professed nerd who has been practicing meditation for 7 years.
They have had challenges studying in more gendered Buddhist spaces in the past and are looking forward to the opportunity to discuss the intersection between Buddhist practice and queer ways of being.
Remi (they/them) started meditating four years ago, while re-assessing life after becoming chronically ill and recovering from burnout.
They are particularly interested in how we can apply Buddhist practice and principles to create a joyous liberated future and more sustainable ways of living in the world.
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.

Archives of a Present Future
2025-10-18 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BFI Southbank, BFI Reuben Library, Belvedere Rd, London, SE1 8XT
A panel discussion and workshop led by global majority LGBTQIA+ artists, filmmakers and archivists, exploring archives as powerful tools for shaping the future.

This dynamic event, held at BFI’s Reuben Library, explores how archives can be reclaimed and reimagined as radical tools for shaping inclusive futures. Through conversation, creativity and collaboration, we’ll uncover the power of storytelling, memory and preservation in challenging dominant narratives and centering queer voices of colour. Together, we’ll examine how personal and collective histories can inspire new possibilities and spark change. From grassroots collections to experimental film, our panelists will share strategies for activating archives as living, evolving sites of resistance and imagination.Speakers/panellists

Bernice Mulenga, British-Congolese artist and photographer with a distinct aptitude for archiving, documenting and interrogating the world around them
May Ziadé, French-Lebanese filmmaker, filmworker, and co-founder of Other People’s Films
Simisolaoluwa Akande, director, The Archive: Queer Nigerians and Baby

Hosted by Jesualdo Lopes, Events and Outreach Lead, London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.
In partnership with London LGBTQ+ Community Centre.

Titan Trims: Pop-up Barber
2025-10-17 13:30 - 19:30 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Titan is QTPOC barber bringing his services to the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre every two weeks.
He has 8 years of experience in shops and freelancing with a wealth of knowledge working with all hair types. They aim to create a welcoming and safe environment for people within the LGBTQ+ community.
Services vary from tidy-ups to complete re-styles at a lower rate than most London barber shops.
Prices list:

Beard trim (30 mins) – £12
Patterns (30 mins) – £12
Undercut (30 mins) – £12
Clipper cut (45 mins) – £18
Scissor cut (45 mins) – £18
Fade (45 mins) – £22
Mullet (1hr) – 25
Restyle (long to short, 1hr) – £30
Pay it forward* – £5/£10

*Free haircuts are available for people who can’t afford them, no questions asked. Just pick up a free trim card.
No booking required – just drop-in during 1:30-7:30pm!
The drop-in is open until 7:30pm. Last appointments will be available until 7pm, as the Centre closes at 8pm. This will allow time to clean up at the end of the day.
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 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
2025-10-16 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.

E.H Counselling
2025-10-09 12:30 - 18:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
LGBTQIA+ and polyamory knowledgeable, racially conscious, sex-positive, intersectional therapy with therapist, Eunice Hung.
Eunice is a BACP registered integrative therapist, offering a warm, non-judgemental, supportive and personalised approach.
She aims to help you explore and process any significant life issues, traumatic history, unwanted thoughts and beliefs, and compulsive behaviours that are holding you back. Eunice provides an environment which is kink, sexuality, and consensual non-monogamy/polyamory positive, and LGBTQIA+ friendly.
She’s committed to creating a space that’s welcoming to anyone from a marginalised identity, especially those who are racially or culturally minoritised.
Eunice uses a combination of therapeutic strategies and specialises in working with people exploring Gender, Sex(uality), and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) issues in a trauma-informed, racially-aware context. She provides counselling for individuals, pairs and polycules of all sexualities and genders.
Find out the times Eunice is available here.
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 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 please visit the NHS website.
Donate to the London LGBTQ+ Community 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.

E.H Counselling
2025-10-09 12:30 - 18:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
LGBTQIA+ and polyamory knowledgeable, racially conscious, sex-positive, intersectional therapy with therapist, Eunice Hung.
Eunice is a BACP registered integrative therapist, offering a warm, non-judgemental, supportive and personalised approach.
She aims to help you explore and process any significant life issues, traumatic history, unwanted thoughts and beliefs, and compulsive behaviours that are holding you back. Eunice provides an environment which is kink, sexuality, and consensual non-monogamy/polyamory positive, and LGBTQIA+ friendly.
She’s committed to creating a space that’s welcoming to anyone from a marginalised identity, especially those who are racially or culturally minoritised.
Eunice uses a combination of therapeutic strategies and specialises in working with people exploring Gender, Sex(uality), and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) issues in a trauma-informed, racially-aware context. She provides counselling for individuals, pairs and polycules of all sexualities and genders.
Find out the times Eunice is available here.

Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Grab a pritt-stick and join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia, crafting & chance to create your own personal Queer Teenage History Zine!

Design the teen mag you wish you’d read
Collage your fantasy prom-night
Create a fanzine for your first crush
Write a letter to your younger self
Draw a coming-of-age cartoon

Or simply sit and doodle with a friendly queer crowd, to a throwback soundtrack.
Bring your pals, your date, or come alone to meet some new friendly faces.
All crafting materials are provided by us:
Paper + pritt stick + scissors + felt-tips + gel pens + pencils + stencils 🖍
+ a load of old teen mags to cut up & re-cycle into your own queer-tastic zine ✂️✂️
We also provide instruction (how to fold a basic zine) and zine-spiration in the form of some zines we’ve enjoyed, and some we’ve made before, along with a collaborative playlist, where you can add your own fave throwback tracks from your teenage years.
If you wanna use your own life as inspiration, we invite you to bring something you’ve kept from your past: a favourite object, a picture, a song, or treasured memory* to use as inspiration on turning them into a Queer-tastic Zine (this is not required – just if you want to!)
🎟 All tickets to this event are Pay What You Can – booking is essential and spaces are limited, if you can no longer make it, please let us know in advance so we can free up a place for somebody else.
This event is brought to you by the team behind Queer Diary (the night where LGBTQIA+ adults read their teenage diaries on stage). Find out more about us here: Instagram | TwXtter | Facebook | Linktree | TikTok
If you have any questions, concerns, or access needs you’d like us to know about, please email Beth & Josie at: hello@queerdiary.org.uk (we often miss messages sent through Outsavvy).
Queer Diary Zine-making sessions at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre are supported by funding from Southwark Council.
*Non-treasured memories also welcome! Teenage troubles, angst & cringe are all part of life. Please look after yourself & consider others if choosing to explore or share anything difficult or sensitive.
Location and access:

The LGBTQ+ Community Centre is in Central London, near the Tate Modern. The nearest stations are Blackfriars, Waterloo, London Bridge, and Southwark tube.
LGBTQ+ Community Centre has a quiet room with weighted blankets and sensory toys.
LGBTQ+ Community Centre cafe serves non-alcoholic drinks only, with Pay What You Can options available.
There is blue badge parking a few metres from the entrance.
The venue is step-free, and entirely on the ground floor with a wide entrance and a lowered counter in the cafe. However, the toilet is not wheelchair accessible. The Centre has an agreement with several nearby venues (less than 2 min away) that guests can use accessible toilets at Blackfriars Station, Starbucks, and the Founders Arms, and staff can provide an escorting service for anyone using these.
Dogs are welcome.
The LGBTQ+ Community Centre is a shared community space. During our session there may be other visitors using the centre, or other activities going on – you’ll find us by the Queer Diary signs & table of craft materials.

Full information about access at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre is on their website, and we recommend contacting the Centre directly if you have any specific questions about physical access to the building.
Covid safety:
Event organisers are fully vaccinated and use lateral flow testing regularly.
We also welcome the wearing of masks.
Do not attend this event if you have either Covid symptoms or a positive test result.
Inclusivity and community safety:
Please note this event is themed around memories of teenage years gone by, and is aimed at adult audiences.
This is an-LGBTQIA+ centred space. As hosts of this workshop, we will not assume your gender or sexuality, or apply gendered pronouns or honourifics (until we learn which ones you use). To make sure everyone feels welcome in this space, we ask attendees to do the same.
Toilet signage will be gender-neutral.
Discriminatory language or behaviour will not be tolerated (including – but not limited to – transphobia, biphobia, homophobia, sexism, racism, xenophobia, classism, ableism, fatphobia).
If anyone makes you feel uncomfortable in the space, please tell the event organisers.
We may take a few photos at this event, to publicise future workshops like this – if you’d prefer not to be in photos, or want to be anonymised in any pictures we publish on our social media, etc, please let us know, we want to make sure we respect your privacy.
