The Bad Mittens is a LGBT+ inclusive badminton group. This means that the group is open to anyone to attend, you don't have to identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Trans.

We welcome anyone from beginner to intermediate player levels, however please note that the group focus is on fun & friendly play so if you're looking for competitive games then The Bad Mittens probably isn't the right group for you.

Whether you're looking to get fit, socialise or make new friends we welcome new members into the group - and you don't have to be the best player to participate.

Join Jess Wright on the last Tuesday of every month for a few hours of focused writing time. Each session will use a couple of queer texts as jumping off points for a series of writing exercises, with opportunities (but no requirement!) to polish and share short pieces. Aimed at both poets and prose writers who want to deepen their craft in dialogue with the queer literary tradition and in connection with others.

Shake your hips, get your groove on and dance along to all your fave tunes.

Learn new skills and movements to promote body awareness, holistic health and fitness. Do as much or as little as you like, you can be seated or standing (some of our dancers choose to just do the upper body moves). The sessions are adaptable to different mobility levels and most of all, are lots of fun!

Session dates:

We're running four taster sessions in June, starting on 7th June. Sessions will run from 11am-12noon, with an opportunity for tea and a chat.

Accessibility:

In these free fortnightly sessions, you’ll get a chance to have a go at table tennis alongside other members of the LGBTQIA community and their allies.

Wether you’re a complete beginner or you’ve been playing for years, we welcome you to have a go in these sessions! This is a great chance to learn a new skill, whilst also getting to socialise with a wonderful and supportive community of people.

What to expect:

Table tennis, great conversations and lots of fun!