Welcome
Welcome to PrideWest. We're the online LGBT magazine for the Bristol, Wiltshire and Somerset areas. You'll find all the latest local gay news, and community information contained within our website, along with the Internet's most comprehensive scene guide for the area. You'll also find links to local socal groups and health information.
What's On Tonight
| When? | Event? | Where? | |
| Thu 20 Jun | Connections | QueenShilling | Bristol |
| Thu 20 Jun | Pop Tarts | OMG | Bristol |
Local News
Sophie Ellis-Bextor & Blue Headline Free Pride Festival
Disco Pop Sensation Sophie Ellis-Bextor & Boyband Blue join a packed main stage at the FREE Bristol Pride festival in Castle Park on Saturday 13 July.
THT Calls On Young People To Have Their Say
HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust is calling on young people in the Bristol area to have their say in local sexual health services and resources for young people.
Each year on May 17, this day unites millions of people in a common quest for a better world - It's the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
Community News
Support Sought For Swindon & Wiltshire Pride
In just 6 years Swindon & Wiltshire Pride has become one of the UK's leading festivals, and is the highlight in the Swindon & Wiltshire Summer Event calendar. The organisers are now looking for your help to make it bigger and better.
Indigo : In Memory of Debra Boyask
Lesbian networking group Indigo is inviting those in the lesbian community to join them to celebrate the life of Debra Boyask, a hugely important local figure in the local LGBT community who passed away recently.
Union Cup Rugby Tournament Comes To Bristol
The weekend of May 23rd to 26th will see many of the UK's and Europe's gay & gay friendly rugby teams visiting Bristol to participate in The Union Cup tournament.
ShoutOut
ShoutOut is Bristol's LGBT radio show, airing on community station BCFM in the Bristol area, and online.
Broadcasting every Thursday Night, the team aim to provide an upbeat and enjoyable programme for the LGBT community and their friends and allies covering subjects of interest to the community and details of local events and groups
Need to Talk ?
Sometimes we need to talk, things maybe on our mind, or worries could be spiralling out of control. There are many local charities and organisations in our area that can help.
Take a look at our support guide to find a range of resources from LGBT Switchboards, to Religious Groups and much more.
Do you get around a bit ?
Don't forget that we offer a unique service that no other gay website in this area does - we have a journey planner which guides you to the local venues, providing driving directions, bus or train times, and even the nearest car park !