Hi all,

I want to find a cheap queer friendly barber for my girlfriend in London. I want to ensure she feels comfortable and safe but not pay out the nose, which seems to be the case with the places I have seen so far.

Any cheap recs would be appreciated!!

So I've [38M/bi] never been to a TG event before, but really keen to check it out for this Halloween Ball.

Is anyone else going and up for a drink/meet beforehand? I'm planning to go solo, but it'd be cool to meet some others either there or before (not looking for hookups mods!)

Also very much up for sharing costume ideas and helping each other out with outfits!

I (31F) am going out on Halloween by myself for the first time ever, to meet people to make friends! Would anyone like to grab a ticket and come with me? Or even meet up after? Let me know!

First time visiting London, solo female with luggage. Planning my transport from LHR to Shoreditch on a Friday night. Looking for the safest and fastest option. Elizabeth line seems easy and affordable but not sure if its convenient with luggage. Any recommendations from locals? Should I just do a rideshare app? If so, which do you recommend Uber, Bolt, or....?

Please contact me if u can resell or know someone. Can meet in person etc. Thanks.

Right, so I’ve been told by multiple people that if I want to meet someone, I should stop relying on dating apps and actually go out and do things where I might naturally meet people.

Annoyingly… I think they might be right 😂 I’ve just turned 30, I’m from Dorking, Surrey, and I’m looking to get more involved in the queer/LGBT community in London and meet some new people.

I’m pretty social and love talking to people (probably too much), and my hobbies are dancing, museums, singing and reading when I’m feeling particularly intellectual 😂. I’m also very much up for trying new things.

So basically, what queer/LGBT groups or activities would you recommend? Could be literally anything sports, dance, choirs, book clubs, hiking, volunteering, board games, artsy stuff, random queer meetups… whatever.

Ideally something where you actually get to TALK to people rather than standing around awkwardly holding a drink. And yes, I am single and would quite like to eventually meet someone too 👀, but mainly I’d love to make some friends and have a bit more of a social life. 🌈

I mean, seriously? The things I have to listen to!

I had a lovely, great childhood thank you!

I’ve got this colleague of mine, elderly, Nigerian and super Catholic, who was bragging about how much he loves Jesus and that Jesus used to preach about love love and love and then he thinks love is the most important thing: but then he moves on to say that if he sees gay or lesbian people doesn’t judge them but feels compassion because these are his words “you never know what they went through in life, they probably were ab***d as children by their uncle or a relative and they have AIDS because there is poo in the anus” 😂😂

I mean what the hell? I couldn’t help but laugh at him to his face, these religious people, where do they get these ideas from?

Is this what people think in Nigeria or is it a general African view? Or is this guy absolutely reta*****d?

He speaks about AIDS when Africa is full of it and the majority of infections is among straight people. Reasoning with this guy was a total waste of time !

I was shocked cuz the guy is educated and I was not expecting him having these views. I would expect that from someone who can’t even count from 1 to 10. 😂

If it was because of the poo in the anus, why do women catch it via the vagina? All questions he couldn’t answer but still believed in his own religious bullshit he came up with 😂😂😂 Science is frowned upon

Hey! I’m 26, gay, and based in London. I’m planning a day trip to Brighton this Wednesday or Thursday and would love some company!

I’ve got an itinerary planned to explore Brighton and grab some food, and I’m flexible with either day depending on what works best.

Just looking to make a friend and enjoy the day together. 😊 Happy to connect on Instagram beforehand too!

Drop me a DM if you’re interested!

PS: I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would appreciate any tips from people who know Brighton well.

Hey Reddit! We're Games Transformed, a festival happening across three venues in East London on 31 October and 1 November.

We're bringing together people who make games, play games, organise politically, and are interested in how games can help us understand the world and imagine changing it.

There'll be 80+ board games, workshops, talks, experimental games and plenty of opportunities to actually play, make things and meet people.

We've got a packed programme put together with game designers, artists, activists and organisers, exploring everything from political organising and resistance to the systems that shape our everyday lives.

We're a small team organising this independently, and we'd love to get the word out to more people who might be interested.

Tickets are available here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/gamestransformed/2328476

Happy to answer any questions about the festival or the programme!

Please contact me if u can resell or know someone. Can meet in person etc. Thanks.

Was chatting to a mate about the virtues (or otherwise) of going clubbing alone. Now that the apps supply most(?) of our hook-up needs, what does it say about a guy if he goes clubbing alone?

Not judging it at all. Merely curious if there's some quiet conclusion everybody reaches when they see a guy on his own on a nightclub.

Are you more likely to talk to someone who's on their own? Would you assume they're just there for a hook-up? Or do guys still go clubbing with the firm intention of actually meeting new friends?

Hi everyone! I’ve been living in london for 3 years now and i’m really finding it hard to find queer friends in the city. Can you please suggest ways for me to find friends or meet other queer people irl? I’m a 22 years old woman who doesn’t drink so please don’t suggest bars. I appreciate your help everyone!

Hey everyone!

We're INFERNO, a trans-led queer rave and community that's been bringing people together in London since 2015.

We know how difficult it can be to make new friends in London, especially when you're new to the city, trying to find your queer community or just don't know where to start.

Over the last few months, we've been developing something called INFERNO Community, creating opportunities for LGBTQ+ people to meet, make friends and connect outside of nightlife.

We've been organising creative workshops, life drawing classes and smaller socials where people can get to know each other without the pressure of a busy club environment.

This Monday, 26th October, we're hosting a queer social in the basement of Coven in Soho!

It's a relaxed space to meet new people, have a chat and hopefully make some new friends.

You don't need to know anyone beforehand and you're absolutely welcome to come alone. In fact, that's one of the main reasons we're organising it!

You can grab a ticket here: https://inferno.eventcube.io/

And if you're more of a dancefloor person, we're also throwing our Halloween rave, INFERNO'WEEN: Blood & Glamour, on Friday 30th October.

Expect techno, hard dance, queer performance art, lots of dressing up and a room full of wonderful weirdos.

There's no dress code (the theme is an invitation!) and you don't need to come with a group.

Halloween tickets: https://ra.co/events/2504183

Whether you're looking for new friends, somewhere to dance or just a little more queer community in your life, we'd love to welcome you into ours. ❤️

Looking for something to do in London next Friday for Halloween? Slay The Night is hosting a free Horror Disco Halloween party at Star of Bethnal Green.

Expect queer performers, a Halloween pageant, disco, house, pop anthems and a celebration of LGBTQ+ icons, including George Michael. A DJ from This Is My Culture, the Hampstead Heath rave celebrating George, will also be joining us.

We’re an independent queer nightlife project bringing together music, performers and community. Come dressed up or as you are — everyone’s welcome!

Friday 30 October, 9pm–2am. The Star of Bethnal Green. E2 6LG

Free tickets via Resident Advisor.

Hope to see you there! ❤️

so, I need friends, causes I don’t have that many, I’m 17, in London (planning to go to uni here) anyone want to be friends or know where to make some?

Hey! Is anyone else going to this? I'm around next weekend on my own so would be keen to meet someone for a drink/go along to this :)
After friendship only. Male 40, white, easy going, like cinema/horror/true crime and nights out with good people and good conversation.

hey guys, got a lot of time off work these days and it’s getting dark and gloomy, would love to meet some new people in my area rather than just sitting round inside.

i’m 29, m, based in Oval. into fitness, travel, and reading. would be up for something low-key like a coffee, walk or even a good gym session. meetup.com and those kind of socials aren't really the t for me but i'm open to checking out LGBT+ events if there’s anything good on.

if that's your vibe let me know! DMs are open

Me and partner ( bi curious couple ) are wondering where would be best in soho to have a good night ( we see from Yorkshire ) I’m 35 and my partner is 39. I went to Soho when I was in my early 20’s with my gay bestie but guessing it has changed a lot! Would love to know the best spots to have a nice chilled night but with the option for more too 😘 Thanks!

Was hoping anyone here would have some advice about how to best approach the security here for an upcoming event I will be travelling to. 🩵

Ideally looking for a bit of connection and also a bit of spice, preferably with young guys in their 20’s

Not sure how to spend it and I want to plan