Community Directory

What: A gay, lesbian & straight theatre group for both men & women. If you would like to act, help out back stage or just find out more, it’s great fun and you will be made very welcome....

What: Birmingham Gay Symphony Orchestra was formed in 2008 and brings together orchestral musicians from across the Midlands LGBT & music communities. We are known as a truly welcoming ensemble and we enjoy giving fun & engaging performances...

What: LGBT Film Club. Bringing the Silver Screen to LGBTQ Birmingham and Friends, we show the Classics to New Releases! Journey Film Club aims to show a variety of different types of films to suit all tastes, on first and...

What: Rainbow Voices is the only West Midlands choir for gay men, lesbians, bisexuals and trans people and their friends. We are an inclusive singing group with members across all ages, who come together to celebrate our diversity...

What: We are a friendly, welcoming group who read and discuss books of interest to the LGBT community. When: first Monday of the month, 11am Where: Online (Zoom) E-mail: bardsandbooks@gmail.com Bards & Books is an Ageing Better Network   Updated: 10/11/20

What: RANG is a social support group open to South Asian & Middle Eastern men (and trans masculine men) who may identify as gay or bisexual. In some South Asian countries RANG means “Colour”. The aims of the group are: To...

What: InteGreat Theatre is a Birmingham based community theatre company for deaf and hearing adults and is open to people of any age, race, sexuality or ability. Everybody is equal. You do not need any previous experience of drama and...

What: Birmingham LGBTQ+ Writers is a space to meet other queer writers, talk about writing, and put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) for a short writing session. We usually start with introductions and a bit of...

Where: St. Georges Community Hub, Great Hampton Row, Newtown, Birmingham B19 3JG Phone: 0121 233 4295

Where: London. Phone: 0207 922 7811 – (Help Line) Monday to Friday, during office hours Web: http://uklgig.org.uk/

What:  Journey Asylum Seekers Group is an inclusive social & support group for LGBT asylum seekers, providing a safe, welcoming space in the heart of Birmingham. Where: online (via Zoom) When: Phone: 0121  453 9207 E-mail: Phil Hoar, philhoar@btinternet.com Journey Asylum...

What: ALBA is a support group for women asylum seekers or refugees. If you are a lesbian, bisexual or transgender woman and have come to the UK to seek asylum, then you will be very welcome to come and...

What: Birmingham LGBT has been working for over a decade to support and sustain a vibrant, diverse lesbian, gay, bisexual and Trans community in Birmingham. Our services and projects include LGBT Health & Wellbeing, Strategic Development, Research, Heritage, Community Infrastructure, Arts &...

This fitness studio is part of the Birmingham LGBT Centre. The Vault offers a workout space with a large mirror and a range of fitness equipment, including: Table tennis tables, bats and balls A range of medicine balls (1kg-9kg), kettlebells...

Umbrella are offering their Counselling and Psychotherapy service, the service has a long history of providing free counselling to men, women and non-binary people from the LGB&T communities. Where: Available  across the city with a choice of male or female counsellors,...

Rehab 4 Addiction offers a free helpline dedicated to assisting people suffering from drug, alcohol and mental health problems in Birmingham. Rehab 4 Addiction was founded in 2011 by people who overcame addiction themselves. You can contact Rehab 4...

What: Birmingham City Council Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Trans-persons Employees’ Network has two main objectives: to support LGBT employees within Birmingham City Council, and to provide a consultative voice on issues relating to service provision affecting the LGBT...

What: Support for LGBT employees, development and improvement of relations between the police and LGBT communities across the West Midlands and a representative voice working to shape policy and promote equality in all areas of policing. We also...

What: Whether you’re an employee or an employer, Midlands LGBT Employees’ Network offers a resource for all things Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans in the workplace – advice on company policies on LGBT issues, understanding of the law,...

What: Our aims are: The LGBT network aims to provide support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender council workers. The group holds meetings every quarter and offers members the opportunity to meet with other LGBT colleagues across the council....

What: Rainbow Friends is the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust’s LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) social and support group. The group informs LGBT policy and procedures for both staff and patients, organises social events, provides a safe...

What: The University of Birmingham Rainbow Network aims to represent staff and PhD students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, or questioning, to ensure that their voices are heard and their needs are met by the University. With...

What: Whatever your sexuality, HIV status, gender, cultural background or ethnic origin, THT has services set up with your needs in mind. If you’re affected by HIV, then we’ll try to help. Address: Rowans Court, 192 Herbert Road,...

What: Positive West Midlands is a support group for people living with HIV & our supporters & volunteers. Providing social support and sign-posting to other agencies. Come along, make new friends and share experiences, over free tea, coffee and...

What: A gay, lesbian & straight theatre group for both men & women. If you would like to act, help out back stage or just find out more, it’s great fun and you will be made very welcome....

What: LGBT Film Club. Bringing the Silver Screen to LGBTQ Birmingham and Friends, we show the Classics to New Releases! Journey Film Club aims to show a variety of different types of films to suit all tastes, on first and...

What: For older gay men, bears & daddy types and Bi Guys. Come and relax, make new friends, have a laugh. When: Every first Tuesday of the month from 20.30 onwards at The Fox Bar. Where: The Fox...

What: The spirit of friendship, sharing and support…..is a creative activities group for gay men, away from the scene. The group is related to and based on the principles of the Edward Carpenter Community, with an emphasis on...

What: We offer a range of affordable, accessible, inclusive, non-scene social events and activities open to all LGBTs regardless of age or area of residence. Activities include bowling, country walks, pub or curry nights, canal and railway trips, Queer...

What: Older Lesbian Network meets every fourth Saturday of the month at 1pm at Birmingham LGBT Centre. Each meeting starts with a chat over shared food brought by the women attending and this is followed by a led discussion...

What: Boot Women is a walking group for women, primarily lesbians, based in Birmingham and the surrounding areas. They meet on the second Sunday of every month for a walk that averages about 4-6 miles and welcome walking...

What: Brum Bi Group is a safe and friendly social and peer support group for people aged 18+, for anybody who fits under the bisexual umbrella, whether they identify or are questioning their sexuality/ romantic life. Where: Not...

What:  Journey Asylum Seekers Group is an inclusive social & support group for LGBT asylum seekers, providing a safe, welcoming space in the heart of Birmingham. Where: online (via Zoom) When: Phone: 0121  453 9207 E-mail: Phil Hoar, philhoar@btinternet.com Journey Asylum...

What: Birmingham Gays and Lesbians Against Depression is a friendly support and social group for those suffering from depression or other mental illness; all our members understand depression or other conditions like anxiety, OCD or stress. The group...

What: Trans Central is a (MtF), or Male to Female transgendered community support group providing practical help and peer support to the local Trans community, and creating the opportunity for individual members to take part in community programs...

What: Positive West Midlands is a support group for people living with HIV & our supporters & volunteers. Providing social support and sign-posting to other agencies. Come along, make new friends and share experiences, over free tea, coffee and...

Are you a LGBT+ person from a Muslim background or identifies as Muslim? What: Imaan is a charity that supports LGBTQI Muslims. Founded in London in 1999, we campaign to ensure that no LGBTQI Muslim person in Britain...

What: TranSpectrum offers a supportive space for all people of non-cis-gendered identities with a Semi-Structured discussion and/or activity at each meeting surrounding gender identity as well as time to chat, network and have some tea. When: We meet...

What: We are a friendly, welcoming group who read and discuss books of interest to the LGBT community. When: first Monday of the month, 11am Where: Online (Zoom) E-mail: bardsandbooks@gmail.com Bards & Books is an Ageing Better Network   Updated: 10/11/20

What: Ageing Better LGBT Housing Group welcomes members of the LGBT community and professionals from housing and care providers, to discuss the needs of LGBT people and support sensitive and appropriate services. We welcome new members who have an...

What: Illuminate is a non-religious space with no formal liturgy, sacred and secular music playing. Some silence is observed in a darkened room, a discussion follows led by a group member or an informal chat in the second...

What: ALBA is a support group for women asylum seekers or refugees. If you are a lesbian, bisexual or transgender woman and have come to the UK to seek asylum, then you will be very welcome to come and...

What: InteGreat Theatre is a Birmingham based community theatre company for deaf and hearing adults and is open to people of any age, race, sexuality or ability. Everybody is equal. You do not need any previous experience of drama and...

What: Birmingham LGBTQ+ Writers is a space to meet other queer writers, talk about writing, and put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) for a short writing session. We usually start with introductions and a bit of...

What: The most popular table-top role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons features a vast array of excitement, challenges and fantastically fun role play. NOW ONLINE: Due to the current circumstances the face-to-face groups are suspended but the game is...

Rehab 4 Addiction offers a free helpline dedicated to assisting people suffering from drug, alcohol and mental health problems in Birmingham. Rehab 4 Addiction was founded in 2011 by people who overcame addiction themselves. You can contact Rehab 4...

What: The Birmingham Buddhist Centre is part of the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (FWBO), a worldwide movement founded by Sangharakshita that aims to make Buddhist teachings and practices available in a form appropriate to the modern...

What: Quest exists to provide pastoral support to LGBT+ Catholics. We provide information on this website and through our members bulletin.  We also run an annual conference, and throughout the year we have opportunities for worship, spiritual retreats...

What: Journey is made up of many different people, our only goal being to create a space where we are able to explore, discuss, worship, listen and serve our community. We are welcoming and inclusive of all LGBTQ...

What: We’re a diverse church gathered together by a common dream: to become a truly inclusive faith community, where doubt and difference are a welcome part of our journey together toward Jesus. That means people of every race and ethnicity,...

What: LBGTQ+ and Gender & Sexuality Diversity (GSD) holds monthly meditation and chill evenings for all LGBTQ+ and GSD people and their friends. Bring and share vegetarian and vegan snacks. Each month has a different theme. Where: Birmingham...

What:  We tackle homophobia triggered by religion to help parents accept their children. Naz and Matt Foundation was set up in 2014 following the sad loss of Matt’s fiancé, Naz, who took his own life two days after his deeply religious family...

What: A range of sexual health and wellbeing services for LGBT people and men who have sex with men. Including testing, condoms and lube, information, support, outreach, peer mentoring and more. Phone: 0121 643 0821 E-mail: sexualhealth@blgbt.org Website: www.birminghamlgbt.org.uk

What:  Umbrella provides free and confidential sexual health services in Birmingham and Solihull, including all types of contraception and STI testing and treatment. The service is confidential, non-judgmental and for people of all ages, genders and orientations. Everyone...

What: A fast growing and very friendly Trans social group whose aim is to encourage girls to gain greater confidence. We are always happy to welcome newcomers and all of us remember both the elation and the fear...

What: The spirit of friendship, sharing and support…..is a creative activities group for gay men, away from the scene. The group is related to and based on the principles of the Edward Carpenter Community, with an emphasis on...

What: For LGBTQ+ people and allies with a shared interest in classic cars. You don’t need to own one. Regional groups, with social events both around the country and internationally. Where: Midlands group covers West Midlands and Shire...

What: A peer to peer networking and event site Additional Information: Meetups are people getting together to learn something, do something, share something…Birmingham LGBT Meetup is an active social space with a variety of activity including theatre trips, bar and restaurant meets,...

What: We offer a range of affordable, accessible, inclusive, non-scene social events and activities open to all LGBTs regardless of age or area of residence. Activities include bowling, country walks, pub or curry nights, canal and railway trips, Queer...

What: Boot Women is a walking group for women, primarily lesbians, based in Birmingham and the surrounding areas. They meet on the second Sunday of every month for a walk that averages about 4-6 miles and welcome walking...

What: Brum Bi Group is a safe and friendly social and peer support group for people aged 18+, for anybody who fits under the bisexual umbrella, whether they identify or are questioning their sexuality/ romantic life. Where: Not...

What:  Journey Asylum Seekers Group is an inclusive social & support group for LGBT asylum seekers, providing a safe, welcoming space in the heart of Birmingham. Where: online (via Zoom) When: Phone: 0121  453 9207 E-mail: Phil Hoar, philhoar@btinternet.com Journey Asylum...

What: The Western Midlands Group is a branch of the nationwide GOC. The club organises a regular programme of walks in the West Midlands, Worcestershire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Staffordshire, the Cotswolds, and occasionally further afield. There are also social...

What: Trans Masculine Birmingham is a support and advice group for all Trans guys over the age of 18, that meets once a month at LGBT Centre in Birmingham. Regardless of whether you are Gender-questioning, Transgendered, Transsexual, Gender-queer or...

What: Rainbow Rambles take place six times a year, usually on Saturdays. These are easy, short walks in and around Birmingham which are popular with a wide variety of people from beginners to more experienced walkers. The usual...

What: The Married Men’s Group meets monthly and is a friendly social support group for men who are 18+ who are gay, bisexual or transmasculine who have same sex attraction/feelings but may be married or in relationships with women;...

What:UNMUTED exists to raise the voices and representation of LGBTQI+ people of colour in Birmingham. Through regular meet ups, events and on going support, we provide safe spaces for Queer Trans Intersex people of colour (QTIPOC) to connect,...

What: Positive West Midlands is a support group for people living with HIV & our supporters & volunteers. Providing social support and sign-posting to other agencies. Come along, make new friends and share experiences, over free tea, coffee and...

What: A Birmingham-based fortnightly social gathering for anyone who identifies as non-binary, genderqueer, gender nonconforming, or whose identity does not fit the gender binary. Email: BirminghamNBgroup@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brumNBsocial/   Updated 27/03/20  

What: We are a friendly, welcoming group who read and discuss books of interest to the LGBT community. When: first Monday of the month, 11am Where: Online (Zoom) E-mail: bardsandbooks@gmail.com Bards & Books is an Ageing Better Network   Updated: 10/11/20

What: Illuminate is a non-religious space with no formal liturgy, sacred and secular music playing. Some silence is observed in a darkened room, a discussion follows led by a group member or an informal chat in the second...

What: RANG is a social support group open to South Asian & Middle Eastern men (and trans masculine men) who may identify as gay or bisexual. In some South Asian countries RANG means “Colour”. The aims of the group are: To...

What: The most popular table-top role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons features a vast array of excitement, challenges and fantastically fun role play. NOW ONLINE: Due to the current circumstances the face-to-face groups are suspended but the game is...

What: LBGTQ+ and Gender & Sexuality Diversity (GSD) holds monthly meditation and chill evenings for all LGBTQ+ and GSD people and their friends. Bring and share vegetarian and vegan snacks. Each month has a different theme. Where: Birmingham...

What:  We tackle homophobia triggered by religion to help parents accept their children. Naz and Matt Foundation was set up in 2014 following the sad loss of Matt’s fiancé, Naz, who took his own life two days after his deeply religious family...

What: A social group for LGBT+ people in Wolverhampton. Events include a weekly social on Zoom. When: Thursday afternoons at 2pm Where: Online (via Zoom) E-mail:  lgbtqsparkle@gmail.com Website: https://www.lgbtsparkle.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/739180286493194 Twitter: @SparkleLgbt       Updated 27/08/20

What: Boot Women is a walking group for women, primarily lesbians, based in Birmingham and the surrounding areas. They meet on the second Sunday of every month for a walk that averages about 4-6 miles and welcome walking...

What: LGBT-friendly football team. Blaze welcome players of all abilities! If you’ve got an interest in football, they want to hear from you. Birmingham Blaze is part of  MUL and the GFSN league. When: Wednesdays & Sundays (Training)...

What: Birmingham Bluefins is the water polo team of Moseley Shoals. Any swimmer can join and learn the rules of this fun team game. Just bring swim kit and towel. When: Usually held every other Moseley Shoals Wednesday...

What: Birmingham Bulls RFC, is the West Midland’s gay and inclusive Rugby team. The team welcomes all abilities and offers training. Website:  www.birminghambullsrfc.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/birminghambullsrfc Twitter: @BrumBullsRFC

What: The Western Midlands Group is a branch of the nationwide GOC. The club organises a regular programme of walks in the West Midlands, Worcestershire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Staffordshire, the Cotswolds, and occasionally further afield. There are also social...

What: Come along and join us for a fun night of line dancing with other LBGT people and their friends. Absolute beginners very welcome – dances are taught from scratch. We use a range of popular music to...

What: Anna Robottom teaches Sun Power Yoga, which is a blend of traditional styles, and also has training in teaching yoga for people with anxiety and PTSD. She has been leading our LGBT+ class ever since she qualified...

What: Social badminton in central Birmingham for players of all abilities. An established badminton group, aimed primarily at the LGBT community, Midlands Out Badminton have been playing in central Birmingham since 2003. They’re a friendly, sociable group, so if you’re...

What: Moseley Shoals is a mixed ability swimming group – everything from ‘splash & chat’ to competition standard swimming, and now our popular water polo. There is a social dimension to the group, including undoing all the good...

What: OutdoorLads is a friendly group of gay, bisexual and trans men who get together to enjoy adventures and activities in the UK and beyond. Website: www.outdoorlads.com Email: support@outdoorlads.com Phone: 0161 420 0001

What: Birmingham Swifts is an LGBT+ running club for Birmingham. They’re open to everyone, no matter what your ability, sexuality or gender. It’s their aim to help you achieve your running goals in a friendly and supportive environment,...

What: Rainbow Rambles take place six times a year, usually on Saturdays. These are easy, short walks in and around Birmingham which are popular with a wide variety of people from beginners to more experienced walkers. The usual...

Trans City Football Club is suitable for anyone over the age of 18 who identifies as being anywhere on the trans spectrum. It is a safe space and the group has sole access to the changing rooms during sessions....

This fitness studio is part of the Birmingham LGBT Centre. The Vault offers a workout space with a large mirror and a range of fitness equipment, including: Table tennis tables, bats and balls A range of medicine balls (1kg-9kg), kettlebells...

What: LGBT+ Indoor Climbing Group in Birmingham When: Meeting regularly at Redpoint Climbing Centre, 77 Cecil St, Birmingham B19 3ST Facebook: Climbing Out Birmingham Email: climbingoutbirmingham@gmail.com

What: Birmingham Gays and Lesbians Against Depression is a friendly support and social group for those suffering from depression or other mental illness; all our members understand depression or other conditions like anxiety, OCD or stress. The group...

What: Reach Out Recovery offers treatment and recovery services to support anyone experiencing difficulties with drugs and/or alcohol in a range of local community settings across Birmingham. Services are free and confidential. They have recovery teams across the city...

What: We are a group of parents and carers in Worcestershire and South Birmingham area, whose children have come out to them as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Non-binary or Gender-fluid. There are other categories too. We may have...

What: Trans Central is a (MtF), or Male to Female transgendered community support group providing practical help and peer support to the local Trans community, and creating the opportunity for individual members to take part in community programs...

What: The Married Men’s Group meets monthly and is a friendly social support group for men who are 18+ who are gay, bisexual or transmasculine who have same sex attraction/feelings but may be married or in relationships with women;...

What: The group is facilitated by volunteers from Prostate Cancer UK, working with the BGT community aimed at providing for gay and bisexual men affected by prostate cancer and trans women. All are welcome, as are partners and...

The group is a local support group for parents and carers of transgender children and teenagers (up to the age of 19).  It is run via Mermaids UK.  The group offers information, support, friendship and experience. To attend...

What:UNMUTED exists to raise the voices and representation of LGBTQI+ people of colour in Birmingham. Through regular meet ups, events and on going support, we provide safe spaces for Queer Trans Intersex people of colour (QTIPOC) to connect,...

What: Ageing Better LGBT Housing Group welcomes members of the LGBT community and professionals from housing and care providers, to discuss the needs of LGBT people and support sensitive and appropriate services. We welcome new members who have an...

What: ALBA is a support group for women asylum seekers or refugees. If you are a lesbian, bisexual or transgender woman and have come to the UK to seek asylum, then you will be very welcome to come and...

What:  We tackle homophobia triggered by religion to help parents accept their children. Naz and Matt Foundation was set up in 2014 following the sad loss of Matt’s fiancé, Naz, who took his own life two days after his deeply religious family...

What: Trans Masculine Birmingham is a support and advice group for all Trans guys over the age of 18, that meets once a month at LGBT Centre in Birmingham. Regardless of whether you are Gender-questioning, Transgendered, Transsexual, Gender-queer or...

What: Trans Central is a (MtF), or Male to Female transgendered community support group providing practical help and peer support to the local Trans community, and creating the opportunity for individual members to take part in community programs...

What: The Gender Identity Research and Education Society provides information for Trans people, their families and the professionals who care for them. Address: Melverley, The Warren, Ashtead, Surrey KT21 2SP Phone: 01372 801554 E-mail: info@gires.org.uk Website: http://www.gires.org.uk

What: Mermaids is a support group for gender variant children and teenagers and their families. They aim to relieve the mental and emotional stress of all persons aged 19 years and under who are in any manner affected...

Emerge is a youth group for 13-19-year olds who are trans or questioning their gender, identify as trans and/or non-binary. Young people are offered the unique opportunity to support and be supported by their peers. We provide a...

The group is a local support group for parents and carers of transgender children and teenagers (up to the age of 19).  It is run via Mermaids UK.  The group offers information, support, friendship and experience. To attend...

Trans City Football Club is suitable for anyone over the age of 18 who identifies as being anywhere on the trans spectrum. It is a safe space and the group has sole access to the changing rooms during sessions....

What: A Birmingham-based fortnightly social gathering for anyone who identifies as non-binary, genderqueer, gender nonconforming, or whose identity does not fit the gender binary. Email: BirminghamNBgroup@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brumNBsocial/   Updated 27/03/20  

What: TranSpectrum offers a supportive space for all people of non-cis-gendered identities with a Semi-Structured discussion and/or activity at each meeting surrounding gender identity as well as time to chat, network and have some tea. When: We meet...

What: TransUnite is a comprehensive resource for people in the UK searching for support in the transgender community. This easy to use, mobile friendly directory connects you to an established network of trans support groups near you. Website: https://www.transunite.co.uk/

What: Birmingham City University LGBT is a society within Birmingham City Students’ Union. It offers students support and advice on a variety of issues for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people, from sexual health and coming out to...

What: Aston LGBT+ is a society open to everyone and those who identify as a sexual or gender minority. We meet every Wednesday at 1pm in the Martin Luther-King Multi-Faith Centre (MLK) and have lunch after at Gosta...

What: Whether you’re out and proud and want to know about the gay scene and socialising or questioning your sexuality and in need of support and information, the LGBT Association is here to support all students. We actively...

What: Older Lesbian Network meets every fourth Saturday of the month at 1pm at Birmingham LGBT Centre. Each meeting starts with a chat over shared food brought by the women attending and this is followed by a led discussion...

What: Boot Women is a walking group for women, primarily lesbians, based in Birmingham and the surrounding areas. They meet on the second Sunday of every month for a walk that averages about 4-6 miles and welcome walking...

What: ALBA is a support group for women asylum seekers or refugees. If you are a lesbian, bisexual or transgender woman and have come to the UK to seek asylum, then you will be very welcome to come and...

What: Out Central is a Youth group for young people age 13-19, who are LGBT or may be questioning their sexuality. Young people take part in a range of activities including trips out and social activities. When: Meets...

Emerge is a youth group for 13-19-year olds who are trans or questioning their gender, identify as trans and/or non-binary. Young people are offered the unique opportunity to support and be supported by their peers. We provide a...