Reading Pride was founded in 2003. They are a registered charity run solely by volunteers, aiming to promote equality and diversity, advance education and work towards eliminating discrimination in relation to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) people, in Reading and across the Thames Valley. Reading Pride is best known for the annual festival, this free-to-enter event celebrates the local community and has made significant progress in encouraging the promotion of LGBT equality. 

Throughout the year they work to raise public awareness, and support, of their friends and colleagues at other charitable and voluntary organisations in the Thames Valley area which provide information, advice and support on a breadth of LGBT issues. Over the last 5 years they have worked tirelessly to raise funds for the community and for our annual festival where they showcase diversity and encourage acceptance throughout Berkshire. 

The next festival takes place on Saturday 5th September 2009 at Kings Meadow, Reading, and we expect over 7,000 local residents to attend this free event.

Website: www.readingpride.co.uk