Janine GriffithsFollowing the Pride celebrations that took place over the weekend, Seacroft is looking ahead to its own landmark event on August 15, with organisers describing it as East Leeds’ first Pride celebration.
The event will take place at Wellington Hill Residents Association and has been organised by Louise Gawthorpe and her family, with support from volunteers at the long-running community charity.
Visitors can enjoy stalls selling pizzas and cakes, while local resident Theo May will host the event throughout the day.
The entertainment line-up includes Georgia Diamond, Doll’s Nest, drag king Daddy DIY, local singers, TBL Academy Dance School and Leeds Dance Studio.
Louise Gawthorpe said: “We wanted to create East Leeds’s first Pride event because our community deserves a space where everyone feels seen, valued, and welcome.”
She added: “This isn’t just a celebration; it’s a milestone for WHRA and a statement that our charity is evolving, embracing diversity, and opening its doors wider than ever before.”
Wellington Hill Residents Association has been run entirely by volunteers for more than 70 years.
Louise and her husband, Neil, have managed bookings at the association for the past two years while serving on its management committee. Their daughter, Beth, supports the event by managing its media.
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