The organisers of Scunthorpe Pride have received a commendation from the Police and Crime Commissioner in recognition of their work for inclusion in the region.
Since its creation in 2023, Pride has grown to be the largest annual event held in Scunthorpe, with more than 15,000 people attending the 2025 edition.
This success has come despite increasing costs and challenges with securing funding.
Pride is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, with the event open to all and with a family-friendly atmosphere throughout the day.
Commissioner Jonathan Evison met with volunteer organisers at the site of this year’s event, Church Square in Scunthorpe, to present the commendation.
Event manager Abi Pullin said: “This means a lot, especially from where it’s come from. We don’t receive any awards so this has made us smile.
“We all volunteer in our spare time and it takes all our spare time, particularly in the final few weeks before the day itself. It’s almost a full-time commitment with part-time hours.
“Before this event, people in the LGBTQ+ community were hidden but now they’ve come out and they’re more social. We have a group that meets every two weeks. It’s stopped loneliness, it’s helped with mental health. Even if it helps one person, we’ve done our job.”
The organisers of Pride were nominated for a commendation by multiple individuals. The reasons for submission included: “They have shown the community that everyone can get on together and they bring people together in a wonderful atmosphere.
“Their fundraising efforts have been excellent and they have created a safe event that has helped bring positivity to the town.”
This year’s Pride will take place on Saturday, August 29 in Church Square, Scunthorpe, between 12-7pm. Entry is free and all are welcome.
To view a video from the commendation presentation, click play below.
To see more from the Commissioner's commendation scheme, click HERE.
