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Sunday, September 28, 2025 somerset football homophobia abuse discrimination chewmagna inclusion lgbtq+ kickitout grassroots sport

A grassroots football match in Somerset was abandoned after Chew Magna FC players walked off the pitch in protest against alleged homophobic abuse. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon, Saturday, September 27, during a … Read More

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 bath guildhall pride progressflag lgbtq+ inclusivity planning equality council community

Bath’s Guildhall has been officially permitted to continue flying the “progress” pride flag, following a positive ruling from council planners. Bath and North East Somerset Council applied for retrospective planning … Read More

Thursday, May 1, 2025 lesbian mp inequality mentalhealth discrimination lgbtq+ healthcare lesbianvisibilityweek socialjustice rights

During Lesbian Visibility Week, Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Dyke of Glastonbury and Somerton delivered a compelling speech at the House of Commons, highlighting the persistent inequality and challenges faced by lesbian women in … Read More

Saturday, April 19, 2025 somerset fantasy folklore history saga landscapes mythology lgbtq+ the tharion cycle legends

Somerset, with its rich history and legends, has inspired the creation of a new fantasy saga. Alexander Paul Burton, a local musician and storyteller from Catcott, has recently introduced the first installment of The Tharion … Read More

Saturday, April 19, 2025 somerset folklore fantasy history mythic legends lgbtq+ landscapes mythology tharion cycle

Somerset’s mystical allure has spawned a new fantasy series by local musician and storyteller, Alexander Paul Burton. The first installment, The Hollow Vale: Act I of The Tharion Cycle, draws from the county’s … Read More