We meet weekly at Cross Street Chapel, 29 Cross Street, Manchester M2 1NL on Thursdays from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.

However, we meet on the first Wednesday monthly at Manchester Central Library from 2.00pm to 4.00pm (see details below).

The meetings are a drop-in and there is no need to book.

OUT IN THE CITY: A Safe Space

Out In The City is a social and support group for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people over 50 years of age. Its purpose is to offer the opportunity to chat, share a joke or news, or to  make friends and strengthen companionship amongst those who attend the group's meetings and trips.

A safe space is one in which everybody is respected regardless of race, sexual orientation, gender identification, religion, political opinion, or cultural tradition. 

Respect means that nobody is misgendered, ridiculed, verbally criticised or attacked for their orientation, personal identification or opinions. Respect does not mean that we all agree with each other - our differences are our own.

The real cultural, religious, political and social differences between us represent the strength and rich diversity of Out In The City. This respect for difference makes our group safe. It makes our meetings and gatherings safe for everybody. This is because we are a diverse group and diversity is who we are.

On Wednesdays (and occasionally other days), there are different activities, but you do need to book. Please contact us here. You are welcome to attend on one or both days.

Next activities:

Wednesday, 18 May – Halle Concert – Bridgewater Hall – 2.15pm – 4.15pm (Fully booked)

Bruch – Violin Concerto No. 1 and Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 5

Thursday, 19 May – Meeting – Cross St Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Monday, 23 May – Rebel Dykes – Film and Q&A – 6.00pm

HOME Cinema (15 Free tickets – just 1 ticket available)

Wednesday, 25 May – To be arranged – steam train from Bury to Rawtenstall

Thursday, 26 May – Meeting – Cross St Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Dates for the diary:

Wednesday, 1 June – Meeting – Chief Librarian’s Office, Manchester Central Library – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Take lift to 3rd Floor, turn left towards Meeting Rooms

Wednesday, 8 June – coach trip to Holmfirth

Thursday, 9 June – Meeting – Venue to be confirmed – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Tuesday, 14 June – Community Session (Out In The City presentation) – 5.45pm – 7.30pm – People’s History Museum

Thursday, 16 June – Meeting – Cross St Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Wednesday, 22 June – Derek Jarman Pocket Park – launch event

Thursday, 23 June – Meeting – Cross St Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Wednesday, 29 June – Coach trip to Lake District

Thursday, 30 June – Meeting – Cross St Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Wednesday, 6 July – Meeting – Chief Librarian’s Office, Manchester Central Library – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Take lift to 3rd Floor, turn left towards Meeting Rooms

Thursday, 14 July – Meeting – Cross St Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Thursday, 21 July – Meeting – Cross St Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Thursday, 28 July – Meeting – Cross St Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Wednesday, 3 August – Meeting – Chief Librarian’s Office, Manchester Central Library – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Take lift to 3rd Floor, turn left towards Meeting Rooms

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