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NEWCASTLE

 

GAP (Young gay and bisexual men’s group)GAP Master logo
A fun, friendly and safe place to make friends, socialise and be yourself.
Open to all young men aged 13 -25 who are (or think they may be) gay or bisexual.
The group meets on a weekly basis, offering a safe space to discuss coming out, gay men and the law, HIV, safer sex, relationships. Social activities and trips out.
For more information call MESMAC North East on: 0191 233 1333.

 

MARRIED MEN’S SUPPORT
Offers confidential support in one-to-one sessions and advice on topics such as the law, safer sex, and relationship difficulties.
Contact Steve  at MESMAC on: 0191 233 1333.
There’s also a national website for gay fathers at www.gaydads.co.uk

 

GAY MEN TYNESIDE (GMT)GMT
An independant social group for gay/bi men who are 20 and over.
Offers social activities as an alternative to the commercial gay scene.
Meets Wednesday evenings, aiming to provide a relaxed & welcoming atmosphere.
No current phone number but you can contact them through the contact us section on their website.
Website: www.gay-men-tyneside.org.uk

 

GASBAGS Gasbags Logo
A new social support group for gay/bisexual men over the age of 25.
Byker Community Centre, Headlam Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne. NE6 2DX.
Meets Tuesday evenings between 7pm and 9pm.
The group is funded by Byker Community Trust.
Contact either Keith or Aly by calling: 0191 2655777.
Website: www.gasbags-byker.weebly.com

 

 

GAY OUTDOOR CLUB
GOC is a national organisation with several regional groups, as well as specialist groups covering interests such as caving, cycling, swimming, etc.
As well as day walks many weekends away are organised in different parts of the country and abroad.
Local contact Ivor, email 
The new website is: www.goc.org.uk

 

NEWCASTLE RAVENS RUGBY TEAMNewcastle Ravens
Newcastle’s Gay Rugby team, meet weekly.
Follow the link below to find details.
Website: www.newcastleravens.co.uk
Twitter: @newcastleravens
Facebook: Facebook.com/newcastleravens

 

OUTDOOR LADS
New weekly indoor climbing group for gay/bi men aged 18-35.
Contact: fabian001 on www.outdoorlads.com
Website: www.outdoorlads.com

 

COUNTY DURHAM

G.A.D.D (GAY ADVICE DARLINGTON & DURHAM)GADD
Offers information, support and advice. G.A.D.D also facilitates various groups.
‘Open House’ afternoon drop-in runs Tuesday 2:00pm – 4:00pm and Thursdays 2:00 – 4:00pm, also ‘internet café’ free internet access. Mainly Men drop-in from 7:00pm – 9:30pm Friday evenings. G.A.D.D. Helpline: 01325 355551. Admin: 01325 252522.
Emma Roebuck (Criminal Justice Worker) 07950 920261.
Address: GADD, 9 Duke Street, Darlington, Co Durham DL3 7RX
Website: www.gayadvicedarlington.co.uk
E-mail: 

 

TEESSIDE

JIGSAW
“Putting your life back together” This is a service for all (heterosexual/gay/bisexual) adult male survivors of rape or sexual abuse, andtheirpartners and families.
Helpline: 07768806331 Tuesdays 12.00-2.00 p.m.
1-1 counselling is also available.
This service is part of Middlesbrough Victim Support.

 

 

HART GABLESHart Gables Hartlepool
A community based project for LGBT people that provides a wide range of services in Hartlepool and Middlesbrough.
Services include: Day-time drop-in: Mon, Tues, Wed 10.30-4.30pm (Hartlepool) & Thurs 11-4pm, Fri 11-2pm (Middlesbrough), telephone advice, support and information, social support groups, one-to-one support, counselling service.

Hartlepool.
220 York Road, Hartlepool, TS26 9BE
Call: 01429 236790.

Middlesbrough.
Floor 9, 73/75 Albert Road, Middlesbrough. TS1 2RU
Call: 01642 247117

Email: info@hartgables.org.uk
Website: www.hartgables.org.uk