Volunteers and stall-holders needed for Pride

Swindon and Wiltshire Pride was held in GWR Park for the first time last year

Volunteers and stall-holders are needed for this year's Swindon and Wiltshire Pride.

The event for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) community will return to GWR Park in Swindon on 9 August.

Organisers say they need volunteers to help run the event, with applications for stall-holders now open.

A "wide-ranging" line-up has been teased for the event, which is in its 17th year.

One of the event's organisers, Andy Midwinter, said more people have been attending each year, with 10,000 people going in 2024.

"Pride has become more important," Mr Midwinter said. "We're always looking for a safe space for people to be themselves among like-minded friends."

Drag performer The Royal Serenity was one of the hosts of last year's event

Mr Midwinter said organisers are not yet at the stage where they can announce the line-up, but said it will be "very wide-ranging".

Last year's event saw performances from Sonia, The Cheeky Girls and The Royal Serenity among others.

'Busy and vibrant'

Volunteers are needed to join the event's committee, helping with event coordination, communications, social media and community engagement.

Applications are also open for cold food and snack vendors, retail, crafts and activities, as well as stalls for business, public services, charities and other organisations.

Mr Midwinter said: "Last year our marketplace area was such a busy and vibrant area, this year we're looking for any local charities or businesses to get involved again."

Charities and businesses have until 28 April to apply for a stall.