Staff and volunteers from HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) in Telford will be out in force at Telford Pride on Sunday 9th August. From 12.30 – 5pm the team will be there promoting the safer sex message and handing out condoms to the crowds at The Three Furnaces.

THT will also be operating a stall where festival-goers can get sexual health information and advice, pick up a chlamydia test kit or help themselves to free condoms. 

Telford Pride will be opened at 1pm by Coronation Street star Anthony Cotton.  Attendees will enjoy a relaxed, fun packed day with entertainment from the stage. Pride has been set up for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community and their family and friends.  Upwards of 2,000 people are expected to attend.

Lotte Hakeman from THT in Telford said: “This is the first Pride event to be organised in Telford, and we’re delighted to be part of it. We’ve worked closely with the local LGBT community for many years to raise awareness of HIV, so we would encourage people to enjoy themselves; just don’t forget to pick up some condoms!”

For more details on Telford Pride call 01952 588 521 or email gaytelford@gmail.com There is also a Pride after party with free transport from The Three Furnaces and only £5 entry.

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