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UK LGBT EVENTS - Bourne Free (Bournemouth's Pride Festival (until 2 July)
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Bourne Free (Bournemouth's Pride Festival (until 2 July)

Bourne Free is Bournemouths LGBT Pride Festival. It is an annual celebration of all diversities that live in Bournemouth and the constant strive towards universal equality for all through entertainment and awareness. This years theme is Superheroes so get your capes, masks and costumes ready and join us for this years Bourne Free celebrations. Volunteering with Bourne Free ... Without the help and support of volunteers we wouldnt have an event. Every year a great team return to give up their time to help, but we are always on the look out for new recruits. From helping with setting up & tearing down to manning a fire exits, mashing and event first aid. If you are unable to commit to Pride weekend we also have a number of other event during the year, post-pride including Dog Show. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer. Contact: 0845 463 9583 or 07872 468704 (12 noon to 8p

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Telephone : 0845 463 9583

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