Join LonGBoaT Wakefield for
Wakefield Community Pride 2026.
12 Noon - 6pm @ WX

LonGBoaT Wakefield CIO is an LGBT+ charity based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. We create inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome and supported. Formed in 2018 to keep the spirit of Southgate Pride alive, we became a registered Charity Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in 2024.

We work to make Wakefield a place where LGBT+ people feel seen, heard, and respected. Our events and activities bring people together to celebrate, connect, and support one another.

We’re always looking for people who want to help out – whether that’s by volunteering, coming along to our events, or spreading the word. However you want to be part of it, we’d love to hear from you. Head over to our Volunteer page to find out more.

Our Latest News:

Wakefield Community Pride 2026 is fast approaching, and we're asking businesses, organisations and community groups across the District to help us make this year's event the biggest and most visible yet.

Help Us Spread the Word About Wakefield Community Pride 2026

Wakefield Community Pride 2026 is fast approaching, and we're asking businesses, organisations and community groups across the District to help us make this year's event the biggest and most visible yet. Taking place at WX in Wakefield, our annual Community Pride brings together LGBT+ people, allies, charities, community organisations, public services and local businesses for a day of celebration. As a local charity, we believe Pride is about creating a welcoming city where e

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Partnership Working in Action: Celebrating Prison Pride at HMP Wakefield

During Pride Month, LonGBoaT Wakefield was pleased to support Prison Pride at HMP Wakefield, working alongside colleagues from BHA for Equality, POPS (Partners of Prisoners) and the prison team to deliver an event celebrating the LGBT+ community and promoting inclusion. The event demonstrated the positive impact that partnership working can have in creating safe, welcoming spaces for meaningful conversations. Throughout the day, participants engaged with activities celebratin

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Join Us for the Launch of the Vico Homes Rainbow Project

The official launch event will take place on: 📅 Wednesday 24th June 2026 🕠 5:30pm – 8:00pm 📍 The Hub, Wakefield Kirkgate Railway Station This launch event will provide an opportunity to learn more about the Rainbow Project, meet representatives from Vico Homes and LonGBoaT Wakefield, and find out how the project aims to support LGBT+ people within our communities. Partnerships like this are incredibly important. By working together, organisations can help create safer, mor

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Wakefield Community Pride 2026 Needs Your Support

On Sunday 9th August 2026, Wakefield Community Pride will once again bring together LGBT+ people, allies, community groups, charities, public services and businesses from across the district for a day of celebration, visibility and community. But events like this do not happen by themselves.

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UK AIDS Memorial Quilt Display Opens at Wakefield Kirkgate Station

From today, Tuesday 2nd June until Sunday 7th June 2026, visitors to our Community Gallery can view a section of the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt, one of the most powerful memorials ever created in response to the HIV and AIDS epidemic.

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Happy Pride Month 2026 from LonGBoaT Wakefield 🌈

Happy Pride Month everyone! 🌈

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Welcome to the latest Safe Spaces in Wakefield

The LGBT+ Safe Space Scheme is open to all businesses and organisations across the district, from sole traders and community groups to large employers and public institutions. By joining, you’ll be showing a visible commitment to inclusion and support for LGBT+ customers, staff, service users and visitors. Click here to find out more.