London LGBTQ Community Centre

LGBTQ+ Coworking Space
2025-04-09 09:30 - 18:00, 2025-04-02 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.

Wellness Hour
2025-04-09 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+ Ballet
2025-04-09 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.

Queer Weekday Minyan
2025-04-08 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.

50+ Trans and Non-Binary Group
2025-04-08 18:30 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A monthly meetup for trans and non-binary people over 50.

Formerly organised by Opening Doors, this is a monthly meetup for trans and non-binary people over 50.

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.

DramaQueers
2025-04-06 17:30 - 19:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A theatre group for marginalised people.

We meet every first Sunday of the month to explore different methods of performance. We usually start with some warm up games before then either devising some short scenes, reading some scripts, play with moving our bodies or whatever other creative activities take our fancy!
We are an informal group aimed at having fun and creating community and space for everyone to feel safe and be free to explore their selves through drama and performance.
The workshops are run by Beckah from the London Intersectional Arts Collective. They are trans/genderqueer and disabled and their aim is to make these workshops accessible for all.
We welcome everybody regardless of orientation, gender, age, race, ethnicity – all we require is an open mind, a desire to try, respect for pronouns and a wish to perform! Doesn’t matter if you are a newbie or pro, just wear some comfy clothes and come along.
About the organiser:
Beckah (they/them) is a theatre maker/facilitator and genderqueer person. They studied acting/singing at Sylvia Young and recently graduated from Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.
They are currently studying their Masters in Theater for Community and Education at Mountview Academy of Theater Arts and are a part of The Old Vic’s Frontline Facilitator’s.
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.

Kings for Life (Drawing) Class
2025-04-06 15:30 - 17:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A Drag King/Thing Life Drawing Workshop for artists to experience drag in a new way and drag artists to gain a new skill in life modelling.

Join us for an exciting life drawing workshop dedicated to providing a platform for Drag Kings/Things to model and offering artists a unique experience in capturing the essence of drag through art.
Our inclusive sessions cater to all skill levels, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned artist like the next David Hockney! Each pose is timed, and we may suggest different drawing techniques to inspire and warm up your artistic flow.
What You’ll Need:

Drawing Surface: Get creative—paper, an iPad, or cardboard boxes!
Drawing Materials: Anything goes—pencils, charcoal, pastels, or paints. It’s a perfect opportunity to experiment and try something new!

Pose breakdown will be 4 x 5 minutes, 2 x 10 minutes, 3 x 15 minutes, and 1 x 20 minutes (as time allows).
Come along, settle in and drawing starts just after 5.30pm.
Please bring your own materials (Although we generally have a few pads and pencils on hand in case!). All skill levels, genders and orientations are welcome.
Important: Recording of the session is not permitted.
As with all our sessions, Nudity is not part of this workshop. It is up to the model’s comfort level when posing how much or little clothing they will wear and being mindful of other patrons in the space, as it will not be private.
Our main priority is to create a safe environment for the talent.
That said, sometimes sessions do veer towards the erotic/kink based on the model. We ask that you respect the model’s privacy by NOT taking any photos or recordings during the session.
Ticket sales contribute to paying our models, covering hire fees, and ensuring we can continue providing these fantastic sessions.
Follow us on Instagram for more updates and to build a vibrant, creative community together!
About the facilitator
Matt David (they/them) is a queer artist and founder of Kings for Life (Drawing).
Kings for Life (Drawing) is a workshop allowing artists to experience drag in a few ways and be able to draw new and exciting subjects, as well as drag kings/things to gain new skills in life modelling and gain work outside of just the nightlife scene.
They have facilitated multiple creative workshops, including Self Portrait workshops for Positive East, alongside making their own artwork with a focus on portraiture and life drawing.
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.
Masks and hand sanitiser are available free of charge.
For current information on Covid 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.

Trans Self-Care
2025-04-06 13:30 - 15:30 (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 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 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.

Queer Art Social
2025-04-06 13:30 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Monthly Queer Art Club workshops that connect queer people through art and creativity.

Join us for fun relaxed workshops that are free from judgment and are suitable for all abilities. This is a safe space to create and connect with queer people.
Watch these Reels from previous Queer Art Socials:

February 2024: Botanical Life Drawing
March 2024: Painting Candles
April 2024: Make Your Own Tarot Cards (rerun in February 2025!)
July 2024: Painting Queer Nature
September 2024: Pride Flag Embroidery

Saturday 15 March: Botanical Life Drawing
To celebrate the start of spring, and longer, brighter, warmer days, this workshop will focus on botanical life drawing.
We will look at flowers and foliage, and explore different techniques to capture their beauty.
This is an inclusive workshop suitable for all levels, no prior creative experience is needed. This is a fun relaxed workshop.
All materials will be provided, including flowers and foliage. Practical tips and demonstrations will be given.
Sunday 6 April: Queer Dreams
Join Queer Art Social for this fun workshop where we will paint our queer dreams.
This could be dreams that you have for your future, your identity, the community, or you can paint that random dream that you had last night!
This workshop is suitable for all abilities, no creative experience is needed, and all materials will be provided.
About the facilitator
Queer Art Social is facilitated by Paul Madley (he/they), a queer artist and creative based in London.
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.

Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writing Group
2025-04-06 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join a two-hour Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writing Workshop!

Writing workshop for Sci-fi and Fantasy writers and fans.
Whether you’re stuck and looking for input on your WIP, or you just want to nerd out about SFF, this is the group for you! (Bring something to write/draw on)
A bout the facilitator:
Hannah is a writer and yogi based in London. They write science fiction and fantasy, having recently completed a master’s degree in creative writing. They are currently querying their first book, Affinity for Fire.
I G: thisyogiwrites
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 Walking Group
2025-04-06 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.
Watch these beautiful vids from previous Queer Walking Groups:

August 2024 (special walk to Beachy Head)
September 2024

Sunday 2 March
Hampstead Heath
Sunday 6 April
River Lea – Stratford to Walthamstow
Sunday 4 May
Tower Hamlets Cemetary Park
Sunday 1 June
Manor Park to Forest Gate – Wanstead Flats
Sunday 6 July
The Parkland Line
Sunday 3 August
Walthamstow Wetlands
Sunday 7 September
Route to be confirmed
Sunday 5 October
Route to be confirmed
Sunday 2 November
Southern Epping Forest
Sunday 7 December
Route to be confirmed
Routes
Meeting spot to be confirmed nearer the time via an Eventbrite email. Walk will set off a maximum of 10 minutes after the event start time.
About the organisers
Multiple community members will be leading different dates on the walk. Information on organisers will be shared via an Eventbrite email when we share the route.
Accessibility
We will provide accessibility information for each walk to attendees as soon as we can via an Eventbrite email.
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
2025-04-06 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.

Breathwork
2025-04-06 10:30 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
By exploring yourself through breath you’ll learn the tools which are useful every day if you find yourself in a stressful situation.

We start of by shaking off our body’s to lose tension, once we’ve done a quick shake we settle down in a sacred circle, checking the way we breathe without controlling our breath. This involves moving into just noticing where our breathe is and how it flow through our body.
Slowly we start to consciously connect your breath to the rhythm of the breathing exercise we will go through, elevating our energy of love together and connecting on a higher deeper level with oneonother.
Closing up with a sacred circle by voluntary sharing your experience, feeling oneness and a big group hug.
Disclaimer:
If you’re experiencing one of the following, please get in touch with us at hello@londonlgbtqcentre.org as we’ll need to share with the facilitator.

Pregnancy
Asthma
Epilepsy
Cardiovascular Diseases
Mental health condition
Physical injuries
Cancer
High blood pressure
Seizures

In case of not reporting, you are taking full responsibility for taking place in a breathwork session.
About the facilitator:
Iva (she/her) is a very happy, peaceful, caring and soul full of love dedicated to teaching breathwork.
She works with clients 1:2:1 and leads group sessions and workshops through Iv’s Breathwork Saturday Club.
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+ Improv Workshop
2025-04-05 17:30 - 19:30 (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.

Queer Chat and Craft
2025-04-05 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun and laid-back chat with other LGBTQ+ crafters!

This is a meetup for everyone interested in crafting and who would like to meet and chat with other craft lovers.
Bring your own craft project, and meet us at the LGBTQ+ Centre for a chat and craft time. We will share what we are crafting, ideas, tips but also just enjoy being together.
Accessibility
The Centre is wheelchair accessible but does not have wheelchair accessible toilets. However, wheelchair users are able to be escorted to a nearby off-site toilet (less than a 2 minute journey) by Centre staff.
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 chlls.
For current information on Covid, 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.

Love Empowerment Lounge
2025-04-05 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Monthly relationships and sex workshop—a sanctuary thoughtfully designed to rediscover your authentic self within a supportive community.

Discover your authentic self in our monthly Love Empowerment Lounge — a safe and supportive space.
We start with icebreakers to build connections, then explore the calming effects of breath and guided meditation for a peaceful beginning.
Dedicated to self-discovery, our sessions focus on personal growth through introspection, fostering resilience. Engage in open discussions to share experiences, creating a supportive community that values diverse perspectives.
Each session ends with unity, gratitude, and connection, leaving us with a deeper understanding of ourselves and a strengthened community bond.
About the facilitator
Imale, an accredited Relationships and Sex educator and artist, passionately guides transformative journeys, intertwining support for sexual, sensual, creative, and wellness needs.
Creating communal safe havens for exploration, fostering mycelium-like connectivity, where the personal and collective merge in harmony against the chaotic canvas of life’s challenges. Facilitating inclusive supportive environment for holistic wellness.
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.

Thai Yoga Massage
2025-04-05 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

Tarot Chats
2025-04-05 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:

April 2025: Connect with Your Card of the Year
June 2025: Queering Tarot (online)

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 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
2025-04-05 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.

Writing Club for QTIBPOC
2025-04-05 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 Writing Club for all queer, trans and intersex Black and people of colour.

Are you a QTIBPOC writer with a idea in mind? Or someone who has ideas but never had the chance to write them? Welcome to our club, where you will meet like minded people and move forward with your project with the guidance of award-wininng novelist and screenwriter Aude Konan.
These writing sessions aim to create a space where you can tap into your creativity, try new ideas, find inspiration with unique and thought-provoking writing prompts and get the advice you need to move further in your creative writing practice. It is open to all QTIBPOC writers, regardless of experience or age.
About the facilitator
Aude Konan is an experienced workshop leader who based her work on prioritizing the voices of underrepresented voices from different communities.
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+ Life Drawing Class
2025-04-04 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 Sophie Kathleen.

LGBTQ+ Life Drawing Classes featuring LGBTQ+ models facilitated by Sophie 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 email Soph at sophiekathleenstevens@gmail.com.

About the facilitator
Sophie 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
2025-04-04 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 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.

The 11th House: Yin Yoga
2025-04-04 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Join Vaun from The 11th House for Yin Yoga sessions at the Centre.

Yin Yoga is a therapeutic practice that focuses on long-held (3-5 minutes) seated and reclining postures and is aimed at promoting relaxation and enhancing flexibility, while targeting deeper layers of fascia.
It’s rooted in three key principles – finding your edge, holding poses, and relaxing.
Yin Yoga encourages practitioners to comfortably feel a stretch without discomfort, followed by a period of surrender in stillness.
This gentle approach not only improves vitality and overall well-being but also contributes to stress reduction and emotional balance.
About the facilitator
Vaun (they/them) is a London-based wellbeing facilitator with over 10 years of experience guiding Yoga, Pilates, Sound Healing, Kirtan, and Reiki in diverse environments.
Committed to honoring the origins of healing practices while adapting to modern living, Vaun emphasizes ongoing personal study and reflective practice.
They focus on enhancing accessibility and diversity through collaborations with charity initiatives such as Trans Pride, Black Pride and CIC’s (Community interest Companies) like The Black Wellbeing Collective, founding the 11th House wellbeing oriented sober spaces catering to the queer community, and co-facilitating workshops for Black men with Mandem on The Mat.
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.

Intermission: Intersex Meetup
2025-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | England
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.

Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
2025-04-03 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.

Tension and Trauma Release Exercises
2025-04-03 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.

NA Queer to Stay
2025-04-02 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.

Trans Admin Group
2025-04-02 16:00 - 18:00 (Europe/London) | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
A peer support space to tackle the sometimes stressful work of name changes, medical appointments, passport applications and more admin.

Do you have admin that you need to do around your transition? Would you like some support? Perhaps you want to legally change your name or your bank details?
These Trans Admin Group support sessions are a space where you can come to with any trans admin that you’re needing to do:
Sometimes we just need some encouragement from others, or not to be alone with this. Other times we might have very specific questions or need support with an admin task. Or someone who signs our deed poll, proof reads an email, helps us to write a complaint.
Whatever you are bringing to the sessions, chances are that someone else has experience with this or tips for you.
About the organiser
Kai is a London based psychologist and dramatherapist, and a doctoral researcher at the University of Sussex. He works therapeutically with individuals in private practice, specialising in the treatment of trauma, shame, and stigma.
Kai is passionate about community building and works with groups and organisations to facilitate collective empowerment for survivors of sexual violence, queer and trans people, and other marginalised groups. As a researcher, he works on developing anti-stigma resistance strategies for survivors of sexual violence.
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 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 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.

Grow London Local: Queer Business Networking Event
2025-04-02 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Thames Path, Bankside, London, England, SE1 9JH, United Kingdom
Grow London Local is hosting a Queer networking event for LGBTQ+ small business owners and entrepreneurs in London.
This inclusive gathering aims to help you grow your circle, share resources, and inspire collaboration among queer professionals from various industries. Whether you’re a start-up founder, freelancer, or even have a business idea brewing, this event offers a supportive and friendly space.
Expect inspiring conversations, insights from speakers, and the opportunity to share your venture, all whilst enjoying some complimentary nibbles and hot drinks. Grow London Local is dedicated to empowering the queer business community, creating safe spaces where everyone can meet like-minded founders. Join us for two hours of inspiration, community, and growth.
We will also be welcoming the Business Queers Community who promote advice sharing, connection, and collaboration. Joining their online community is a great way to access advice and support once the event is over.
