Xmas Raffle Winners

on 12 December 2011.

Congratulations to the follwowing Winners of The Big Christmas Raffle:

1) 32" Television - Craig Willison (Ticket No: 0692)
2) Nintendo Wii - Ian Ettle (Ticket No: 0628)
3) £50 Shopping Voucher - Laura Lewis (Ticket No: 0521)
4) Pride Drinks Hamper - Ann Wells (Ticket No: 0623)
5) Mailcoach Drinks Hamper - Anna Finney (Ticket No: 0390)
6) Pink Rooms Drinks Hamper - Ian Boyd (Ticket No: 0949)
7) Chocolate Hamper - Sam Crossley (Ticket No: 0798)
8) £30 Madames Voucher - Jason (Ticket No: 0260)
9) Lush Wild Child Gift Box - Pauline Crane (Ticket No: 0844)
10) Budweiser Set - Tracey & Dee (Ticket No: 0058)
11) Yankee Candle Hamper - Oli Gemoli (Ticket No: 0758).

Also, a big thank you to all the businesses that donated some of the above prizes. and to the Fabulous Ms Bridy and Jase, plus the amazing Sister Sister.

Bar Prices

on 12 July 2011.

With the introduction of the Alcohol Policy this year, the Committe have taken the decision to bring the Bar's inhouse, this allows us to ensures that prices are kept reasonable.

As with any bar, we will be operating a strict "Challenge 25" policy, so please ensure that you have ID with you at all times when going to the bar.

As a result of bringing the bars inhouse, we are now able to confirm this years Bar Prices.

Bar Tariff

A Message from Toyah Wilcox

on 16 June 2011.

Last years headline act, Toyah Wilcox has been kind enough to put together a few words for us;

"Swindon Pride has a unique atmosphere. As well as supporting and celebrating the diverse gay and lesbian scene in the region it also welcomes everyone to what is a wonderful family day culminating in a great evening of music.

I really enjoyed my time there in 2010. the audience where incredibly welcoming and great fun. it was a true party and very friendly.

I wish you a fantastic pride in 2011.

Lots of love

Toyah x"

Booty Luv & Diva Fever to Headline Pride

on 01 June 2011.

Swindon & Wiltshire Pride 2011 are proud to announce our Headline Act for this year’s Event.

We are delighted to announce that this year will see not just one, but two Headliners.

Booty Luv & Diva Fever have been confirmed to appear at Swindon & Wiltshire Pride 2011 on the Nationwide Main Stage on Saturday 6th August.

Sexual Health Services

on 23 May 2011.

The following is from Wiltshire & Swindon Men's Sexual Health:

Men's sexual health has currently lost its funding from the NHS, and the services we provide in Wiltshire will be coming to an end as of May 31st, services in Swindon will not be affected. The lack of funding does not affect the 2BME group at present.

Our clients are our number one priority, and we will aim to signpost Wiltshire users to all relevant alternative service providers.

We have now added a donate button to the website (on the left), if you would like to help us keep our services going, please donate what you can.

The Swindon & Wiltshire Pride Committee fully support the work of WSMSH and ask everyone to help support them.

Don't tell the Bride

on 18 May 2011.

BBC three are looking for Lesbian couples who would love to get married in 2011!

Which of these two paraphrases best describe you?

Do you have a perfect vision of your wedding day?

Is it the most important day of your life?

Unison supports Pride

on 17 May 2011.

Swindon & Wiltshire Pride 2011 are proud to announce that they have secured further sponsorship for this year’s event.

After many years attending Swindon and Wiltshire Pride as stall holders, UNISON have now taken another step towards demonstrating their commitment to the LGBT community. By agreeing a sponsorship package, UNISON are assisting the organising committee to reach their £25,000 target required to hold the event.

'Unison have been supporters of Swindon & Wiltshire Pride from the start and we are delighted that they have come on board as Community Sponsors and shown their full commitment to our pride event'. - Jo Sharpe (Chair)

With the support of organisations like UNISON this year’s event is going to be bigger and better than anything Swindon has seen previously! It is the committee’s aim to continue to grow while still holding a free to attend and safe event.

Swindon & Wiltshire Pride 2011 will take place on Saturday 6th Aug 2011, Town Gardens, Quarry Road, Old Town, Swindon.

Nationwide Building Society shows it's Pride

on 10 May 2011.

Nationwide Building Society

Swindon & Wiltshire Pride 2011 are proud to announce for the second year we have successfully secured a corporate sponsor for our event.

We are delighted that Nationwide Building Society has shown their commitment to our cause and to help break down barriers in Society for the LGBT Community in Swindon.

This is the 4th Swindon & Wiltshire Pride event and the 2nd that is being supported by Nationwide, as a committee we strive to establish a Free Pride event in Swindon that everyone can be proud of and for Nationwide to yet again believe in this event is a massive boost to our 2011 campaign. Many thanks for believing in us - Jo Sharpe (Chair)

Swindon & Wilsthire Pride is dedicated to:

Promoting equality and diversity within the community;
Provides access to support groups via the event;
Works towards eliminating discrimation in relation to the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) people via education;
As a community event ensure it is free for all to attend.

With the support of Nationwide, We are planning a Free, Fun and Safe event for all! 2011 is set to be the biggest and best Pride Event that Swindon has seen.

Swindon & Wiltshire Pride 2011 will take place on Saturday 6th Aug 2011, Town Gardens, Quarry Road, Old Town, Swindon.

Cherie Blair meets the Committee

on 13 May 2010.

Cherie Blair meets members of the Swindon & Wiltshire Committee Members of the Swindon & Wiltshire Pride Committee recently met Cherie Blair, wife of former Prime Minister Tony Blair.

Cherie Blair, who was in Swindon to open the Swindon Literature Festival and to show support for Swindon South MP Anne Snelgrove, made a stop in to the Mailcoach on Bank Holiday Monday to meet supporters, where she also met with members of the Swindon & Wiltshire Pride Committee.