Hereford Pride is cancelled
The company which runs it is also being closed down because of a lack of funding
Last updated 9th Apr 2025
The 2025 edition of Hereford Pride - which was due to take place in the summer - has been cancelled.
The company which runs it is also being closed down because of a lack of funding.
Organisers say the current economic climate means it's become unsustainable.
'The current economic climate wasn't ultimately sustainable'
Sharing the news on their Facebook page, bosses said: "It's now also with great sadness that we announce the organisation is also in the process of being wound down to closure.
"This hasn't been an easy decision for anyone currently involved in the organisation. The current economic climate being such as it is and the dedication commitment and energy required for such a project wasn't ultimately sustainable. Like with any Pride the organisation and running relies solely on volunteers even at Director level with funding very difficult to obtain.
"All strategic options were explored and the idea of new blood taking on the project were looked into. However after much deliberation nothing could be facilitated. Now more than ever Prides all round the world are vital to giving a voice to LGBTQ plus people so this makes us very sad we've had to come to such a decision. A lot of blood sweat and tears went into the creation of Hereford Pride and that certainly wasn't lost on any one.
"Hereford Pride was formed and created by the late John Walker he was a pioneer for LGBTQ plus rights he was a passionate man who strived to make Hereford a beacon of hope for the community that he loved most dear. We are deeply saddened that we were unable to continue his legacy but hope he would understand."
They went on to pay homage to those who played a 'crucial role' in putting on their past events - adding 'multiple people' have been involved 'at various levels' - and have thanked 'every one of you from the bottom of our hearts'.
They've also paid tribute to people for attending their events 'in your droves' - adding it 'meant the world to us and was why we worked hard to make past events so special'.