The spirit of Pride shone through Congleton on Saturday 19 July 2025, despite spells of rain and grey skies. Thousands came together in celebration of LGBTQIA+ identity, allyship, and community resilience. Undeterred by the rain, attendees arrived in full force – showing once again how Congleton turns up for its Read more
On Saturday 19 July, Congleton Pride brings people together for a joyful celebration that champions inclusion and challenges inequality. The town centre will be filled with music, colour, and community as Pride returns for its sixth year, rooted in LGBTQIA+ solidarity and fuelled by local support. The full-day event kicks Read more
As Congleton gears up for its biggest Pride celebration yet, we sat down with Ronan Clayton, founder and vice chair of Congleton Pride, to reflect on the movement’s roots, its local impact, and why Pride remains as vital as ever. Why do we need Pride? “Pride is about visibility, safety, Read more
Preparations are well underway for Congleton Pride 2025, which this year takes place on Saturday 19 July from 10am throughout the town centre. Congleton Pride is a free festival that celebrates diversity and inclusion for LGBTQIA+ people and everyone is invited to this day out for all the family. Town Read more
Congleton Pride said it is disappointed that another of its banners has been torn down and stolen. This follows a pattern of similar incidents in recent years. The latest banner was removed from a busy roundabout near the bridge over the River Dane at the end of Mountbatten Way sometime Read more
We are deeply concerned by the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s interim update following the Supreme Court’s recent ruling. This guidance, which redefines ‘sex’ in the Equality Act 2010 as strictly biological, even for those with Gender Recognition Certificates, sets a dangerous precedent. It opens the door to widespread exclusion Read more
Congleton Pride attracted thousands of people of all ages to the town on Saturday 20 July for a day jam-packed with family entertainment. The day started with a colourful parade through the town centre, led by the Mayor of Congleton, Councillor Kay Wesley, and samba band Karamba. They were joined Read more
Preparations are almost complete for Congleton Pride 2024, which this year takes place on Saturday 20th July from 10am throughout the town centre. Congleton Pride is a festival that celebrates diversity and inclusion for LGBTQIA+ people and everyone is invited to this day out for all the family. Congleton town Read more
Congleton Pride is preparing to celebrate its 5th birthday on 20th July with our annual Pride event. In preparation for the celebrations the charity has a new look that will be rolled out across its website, social media and all Pride communications. Pride worked with local agency Kanga Health Ltd, Read more
Congleton Pride has attracted a number of local businesses to be Pride Sponsors in 2022-23, organisations enthusiastic to be associated with a charity helping to drive equality and inclusion as well as being part of a popular summertime town centre event. Pride Trustees and Committee members met with local business Read more