Upcoming Events

Saturday, 14th June, 2-4pm: Big Queer Picnic at Olympic Park.

Breathe Easy London will be there with our own little masked group.

Saturday, 21st June, 12pm: London Dyke March from Westminster to Hyde Park.

Free. Masks required.

Saturday, 21st June, 7pm: Dyke Mosh in Deptford.

£5-15. Masks required.

Sunday, 29th June, 2-4pm: LGBTQ Community Centre, Blackfriars.

Free. 40 tickets AVAILABLE NOW

Sunday, 13th July 1-5pm: SickNTired Disabled Queers Social in Peckham.

Free. Masks required.

Sunday, 10th August 1-5pm: SickNTired Disabled Queers Social in Peckham.

Free. Masks required.
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How much does it cost?

Attending any of our events is completely free!! We do encourage Pay-What-You-Can tickets and accept donations at GoFundMe.com/f/covidsafeldn.

Please note that it costs us £5 per person to run these events, so we encourage a £6 donation when you reserve your ticket.

To thank you for your generosity, we are offering one mask chain for every £15 donated! DM @Greta.Mauch on Instagram with proof of donation and she will mail you a custom mask chain or have it available for you to pick up at the events. Charms are also available for every £5 donated.

9 people in masks around a table with games and crafts at The Hornbeam Centre
What safety measures are in place?
At all of our events we ensure the following:
  • All attendees and staff are required to provide proof of a negative COVID test.
  • All attendees and staff are required to wear an FFP2 or FFP3 mask. If you would like to attend our events and you have a mask exemption, please email [email protected] and we can arrange a Plus Life molecular test for you.
  • A medical-grade HEPA filter suitable to the size of the venue is running at all times.
  • All windows and doors are open to provide maximum air flow.
  • At any public events hosted by Breathe Easy London, we hire antiracist, trauma-informed security in the unlikely event of harassment.
  • We do not allow attendees who are showing any unusual symptoms.
What accessibility measures are in place?
  • All venues are wheelchair accessible with a nearby wheelchair accessible toilet.
  • Our organisers are always available to make introductions, break the ice, or be your person to talk to.
  • Our organisers are always able to escort anyone to a quiet space nearby.
  • Standing is not required for any portion of any event.
  • BSL interpreters are available on request, though please give us as much notice as possible. Access requests can be sent to [email protected]
  • On request, we can provide all attendees with lip-reading FFP2 masks. Access requests can be sent to [email protected]

Let us know if you have any specific access needs! Email [email protected]

13 people in a fun welcoming space wearing masks, many with cute mask chains
Who are we?
Breathe Easy London is run by (mostly queer and Disabled) volunteers and organised by a group of seven immunocompromised / COVID-conscious Londoners who want to create spaces for members of our community to safely socialise. Organisers include Greta Mauch (she/her), Anni Movsisyan (she/they), Georgia Newman (she/her), Daniel Wagner-Hall (he/they), and three other London-based volunteers.
What kind of events are we organising?

Right now, we’re hosting monthly socials that require (and provide) COVID tests, FFP2/3 masks, and HEPA air purifiers. These events include socialising, arts and crafts, games, music, and more.

We are looking to expand to film screenings, open mics, board game nights, swimming sessions, and more! Know of a venue or connection to make any of those happen? Please get in touch at [email protected]!

A Polaroid picture of 6 diverse meet-up organisers in masks
What should I expect at the socials?
  1. Attendees will be greeted and asked to provide photo proof of a negative COVID test in the last 24 hours. If attendees don't have the opportunity to take one beforehand, they will be provided and asked to take them outside.
  2. After confirming negative tests, attendees will be provided an FFP2/3 mask (if they do not have their own).
  3. Attendees will be invited to socialise with other attendees at various activity tables (board games, arts and crafts, conversation prompts, etc.). They will be asked if they want an introduction to any table, and our organisers will introduce everyone.
  4. After 20-30 minutes, we will invite guests to switch to a different activity or take a break if they wish, though this will not be required.
  5. The social will last 2-3 hours.
Who is welcome?
Everyone! So long as you wear an FFP2/3 masks and show us proof of a negative test, you are welcome to join! Breathe Easy London events are especially welcoming of the following groups:
  • Disabled people (4x higher COVID mortality rate)
  • People of colour (32% long COVID rate)
  • Women (36% long COVID rate)
  • Transgender people (48% long COVID rate)
  • Neurodivergent people (30% long COVID rate)
  • People with HIV (58% long COVID rate)
Why are you organising these events?
Governments and the public have decided to abandon infection control and endanger those around them, putting already-marginalised communities at risk of Long COVID, social isolation, and death. We want to create spaces for people to socialise, find community, and have fun without putting themselves or others at risk of damage to their immune, cardiovascular, or nervous systems.
Where can I hear about Breathe Easy London events?
Why are you called Breathe Easy London?
Our good friends at Breathe Easy Sheffield have let us share the name in order to encourage COVID-conscious people other UK cities to do the same! Though we are independent of each other, Breathe Easy Sheffield and Breathe Easy London are both small community groups hosting monthly COVID-Safe socials and other one-off events. Contact us at [email protected] if you want some help making your own!
To find COVID-safer events in other UK areas, check out breathe-easy.uk!
Any other questions? Contact us at [email protected]