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Groups and activities

We're thrilled that so many of our face-to-face groups and activities have restarted since Covid-19 restrictions have lifted and more are restarting every month. Details of these are available through our monthly member listings, which are available as a hard copy or by email. We also hope to list these all on this page shortly.

Our activities and events are available free to all our members. Membership which is free to join.

For those members who are online, we would love to see you at one of the regular video calls listed below to help you stay connected to the wider LGBTQ+ community. 

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BAME/PoC Group

BAME/PoC Group

A monthly social group for ODL members from the BAME communities on Zoom. Second and last Friday of the month. - 16:00 to 17:00. Read more

Published: 6th July, 2020

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Bernadette Latour

Bi The Way

Bi The Way

Our monthly social meetup for our bisexual and pansexual members at a brand new LGBTQ+ space in Shoreditch and online (alternating each month). Every fourth Monday, 6.30 - 7.30 pm Read more

Published: 6th July, 2020

Updated: 23rd June, 2022

Author: Bernadette Latour

Friday Coffee Social

Friday Coffee Social

Make new friends or catch up with old ones over a cuppa with our weekly social hosted by friendly and experienced volunteers. Every Friday 1.00 to 3.00 pm. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2020

Updated: 21st June, 2022

Author: Bernadette Latour

Greenwich Pub Social

Greenwich Pub Social

After a long hiatus owing to the pandemic, we are delighted to bring back this popular social over a few drinks. Third Monday of every month, from 7.00 pm Read more

Published: 10th February, 2022

Updated: 23rd June, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

Hackney Art Group

Hackney Art Group

After a long hiatus owing to the pandemic, we are delighted to bring back this popular group for aspiring artists of all abilities. First and third Wednesday of every month, 2.00 - 4.00 pm Read more

Published: 28th January, 2022

Updated: 11th March, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

IT Drop-In Clinic

IT Drop-In Clinic

It's back and in-person! Ask an expert about that nagging problem with your laptop, phone or tablet. Every Monday, 11.00 am - 1.00 pm Read more

Published: 21st April, 2022

Updated: 3rd May, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

London Friend Drop-In

London Friend Drop-In

We have once again partnered with London Friend to relaunch this popular group. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 12.30-2.30 pm Read more

Published: 10th February, 2022

Updated: 11th March, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

London Walk and Talk

London Walk and Talk

Join us for gentle strolls and conversation around the wide variety of green spaces in the capital. Takes place most months (dates vary). Read more

Published: 22nd April, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

Out For a Song

Out For a Song

We’re looking for volunteers for our monthly singing group in central Camden, led by a professional musical director. No auditions necessary - the choir is about having fun and welcoming all colours of the LGBTQ+ rainbow. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2021

Updated: 11th May, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

Rainbow Carers Group

Rainbow Carers Group

An online support group for LGBTQ+ people over 50 who are looking after a partner, relative or friend with dementia, memory loss or cognitive problems. First Thursday of the month - 11:00 am to 12:30 pm Third Monday of the month - 3:30 to 5:00 pm Read more

Published: 6th July, 2020

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Bernadette Latour

Rainbow Memory Cafe

Rainbow Memory Cafe

A support and social group for anyone from the LGBTQ+ communities with a dementia diagnosis, concerns about memory loss or memory impairment or for anyone caring for someone with dementia. The second Monday of each month - 14:00 to 15:30. Read more

Published: 16th May, 2020

Updated: 9th June, 2022

Author: Bernadette Latour

Southwark Social

Southwark Social

After a long hiatus owing to the pandemic, we are delighted to bring back this social group for (but not exclusively) for our Southwark members. Fourth Tuesday of every month, 5.00 - 7.00 pm Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2021

Updated: 11th March, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

Speak Out with Dementia

Speak Out with Dementia

Our new, unique online peer support group for people with a diagnosis of dementia. There is no other group specifically for LGBTQ+ people who have a diagnosis of dementia to connect with and support each other, without the presence of partners and carers. Every Tuesday, 5.00 to 6:30 pm Read more

Published: 24th February, 2021

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Sunday Get Together

Sunday Get Together

A friendly meet up and chat on Zoom on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Third Sunday of the month, 12 Noon to 2.00 pm on Zoom. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2020

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Bernadette Latour

Sunday Lunch and Film Club

Sunday Lunch and Film Club

Ever popular and friendly - the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon. First Sunday of the month, from 12 Noon - 4:00 pm Read more

Published: 10th February, 2022

Updated: 11th March, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club

Not for breakfast! This group takes its name from the host cafe. First Wednesday of each month, 3.00 - 5.00 pm Read more

Published: 10th February, 2022

Updated: 27th May, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

Tower Hamlets Social

Tower Hamlets Social

After a long hiatus owing to the pandemic, we are delighted to bring back this social group for (but not exclusively) for our Tower Hamlets members. Second Friday of every month, 2.00 - 4.00 pm Read more

Published: 7th January, 2022

Updated: 11th March, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

Trans+ and Non-Binary group

Trans+ and Non-Binary group

Our regular social meet up for trans+ and non-binary people in a safe and relaxed environment is waiting for you to join in and meet up. Read more

Published: 6th July, 2020

Updated: 20th April, 2022

Author: Bernadette Latour

Women's Film Club

Women's Film Club

One of our longest running groups (since 2013). Screening a mixture of predominantly lesbian and bisexual-themed films, from classics to lesser-known gems. Every third Thursday, 6:00 to 8:30 pm in central Camden. Read more

Published: 16th November, 2021

Updated: 30th May, 2022

Author: Ian McGeough

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