We are still buzzing! Being crowned Gaydio Pride Organisation of the Year 2026 is an absolute dream come true. It has been the most incredible honour, and we are so proud to hold this title. But we aren’t ones to rest on our laurels for too long… So, what happens now? Well, GYWPride are getting […]
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Great Yarmouth and Waveney Pride Crowned ‘Pride Organisation of the Year’ at Gaydio Awards 2026 [20/03/2026 – Great Yarmouth] – The team behind Great Yarmouth and Waveney Pride are celebrating today after being named Pride Organisation of the Year at the prestigious Gaydio Pride Awards 2026. The award, supported by the London […]
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I am a trans woman in my mid-forties. This year marks a decade since I first came out to those closest to me. I am a daughter, an auntie, and a parent. After many years working in manual trades, I now work in healthcare administration—a field that has become deeply personal to me through my […]
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Big news, GYWPride family! We are absolutely buzzing to share some massive news with all of you. We have officially been nominated for “Pride Organisation of the Year” at the Gaydio Awards 2026! The ceremony is taking place in Manchester on Friday, 20th March, and we are still pinching ourselves. What This Means to us: […]
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The countdown is on! Great Yarmouth and Waveney Pride is just around the corner, and we are absolutely buzzing with excitement. Mark your calendars for next Saturday, September 6th, 2025, because it’s going to be a day filled with incredible performances, community spirit, and a whole lot of pride! We’ve got the scoop on everything […]
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Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of love, diversity, and community! Great Yarmouth and Waveney Pride (GYWPRIDE) is thrilled to announce the full line-up of incredible acts set to grace the stage at their Main Event in 2025. Prepare to be dazzled by a sensational array of talent, hosted by the fabulous Bigg Taystee, who […]
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Today, May 17th, marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). It’s a vital date in the LGBTQ+ calendar, a moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made, acknowledge the challenges that persist, and most importantly, stand in solidarity with LGBTQ+ individuals worldwide. Here in the UK, we’ve seen significant strides towards equality, […]
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Get ready to be inspired! We at Great Yarmouth Pride are thrilled to share the incredible upcoming adventure of Dex and Tom, a wonderful queer couple with deep roots in our very own Norfolk. These two intrepid individuals are about to embark on a truly monumental challenge: hiking a staggering 466 kilometers (that’s over 289 […]
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Great Yarmouth, we have a problem. And it’s not a new one. In recent times, the vitriol and bigotry directed towards the LGBTQ+ community, particularly our trans siblings, has reached a fever pitch. Our local MP, Rupert Lowe, has made his views painfully clear, peddling harmful misinformation and fueling a climate of fear and division. […]
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In a world where discussions about transgender people often get caught up in misinformation and misunderstanding, it’s crucial to cut through the noise and focus on the lived realities and fundamental truths. Inspired by the insightful information shared by TransActual UK, here are seven important things you might not know about transgender people: 1. They’ve […]
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