LGBT+ life in Sheffield

Sheffield has lots of LGBT+ events, clubs and inclusive spaces throughout the city.

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Events and inclusive spaces

Welcome to Sheffield have created an alternative guide to Sheffield’s LGBT+ scene, including cafes, clubs, bars and theatre events.

Mind Sheffield have also put together a list of LGBT+ events and groups across the city, including writing groups, swim sessions and support groups. 

Grapefruit is the Student's Union's LGBT+ club night. Everyone is welcome at Grapefruit, students & non-students from the community & allies!

Andro & Eve celebrate LGBT+ culture through accessible events and workshops in Sheffield.

Pride events


Sport

While you’re always welcome in University sports, Trans Active is a great trans+ specific company that organises sports for trans+ people in and around Sheffield, such as swimming and climbing. 

Rainbow Owls is the independent and officially recognised LGBT+ supporters’ group for Sheffield Wednesday Football Club, and Rainbow Blades is the official LGBT+ and allies supporters’ group for Sheffield United Football Club. 

Sheffield Vulcans run LGBTQ+ inclusive rugby in Sheffield.

The Sheffield and Hallamshire County Football Association run a Rainbow Laces campaign every year in support of LGBT+ inclusion in sport .

Report + Support

Report and Support allows staff and students to report concerns, anonymously or with their contact details, about an experience they have had or witnessed at the University.

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