Volunteers, groups and performers wanted for Pride

Northampton Pride 2022 saw hundreds of people take part in events

A town's sixth Pride event is calling for volunteers, community groups and performers to take part.

Northampton Pride takes place on 8 July and features a parade from the town centre to the University of Northampton's Waterside Campus.

West Northamptonshire Council said those wanting to take part had until 12 March to register their interest.

David Smith, from the authority, said he was "looking forward to seeing even more new faces getting involved this year".

West Northamptonshire Council said the free event relied on the support of groups and organisations in the area

The event is organised by the council's LGBTQ+ and Allies Forum and the Northampton Pride Committee.

Mr Smith, the council's cabinet member for community safety and engagement, and regulatory services, said the event "provides an opportunity for us to come together and show that we value inclusivity and the contribution all communities make to our county".

The event has previously taken place in the Market Square, but it will finish at the town's university this year

Charities Q Space and The Lowdown, as well as the NHS, East Midlands Ambulance Service and Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue have been involved in previous events.

Organisers have asked local bands, performers, small businesses and residents who want to take part to contact them, alongside any potential sponsors.

Organisers hope new performers and groups will take part this year alongside those who have contributed in previous years

Matthew Toresen, co-chair of the LGBTQ+ Forum, said: "We're proud to represent our diverse community in West Northants and really excited to build on the success of last year's Pride event with an even more fantastic offer this year."