Hundreds of people came out for the event, held in Cemetery Park, Sharrow, which aimed at promoting equality and getting rid of discrimination.

South Yorkshire Pride was organised by members of the region's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.

It was also supported by the Centre for HIV and Sexual Health, Sheffield Council, South Yorkshire Police, South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue and both the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.

And there was loads of fun with performances on the main stage from comedians, poets, singers, dancers and Sheffield's own 'Out Aloud' choir - the only lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender choir in the city.

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Members of the gay community could also seek advice from the huge variety of stallholders, including the Centre for HIV and Sexual Health, which was giving out information about support services across Sheffield for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.

Visitors were also advised on how to look after their sexual health.

The event was opened by comedienne Claire Summerskill - once described by Radio 4 Women's Hour as a 'lesbian Victoria Wood' - who was due to perform in Sheffield later the same evening as part of a UK tour.

Attractions on the main stage included top punk band Axe Kid, and there were break dancing classes and drag king workshops.

Lisa White, from South Yorkshire Pride Committee, said: "We were thrilled that we have been able to follow cities such as Manchester and London and host our own gay pride event in South Yorkshire.

"South Yorkshire Pride has received a lot of support from many organisations and individuals, including Sheffield Council and the Centre for HIV and Sexual Health. We were delighted that so many people were able to join in the fun and entertainment to make South Yorkshire Pride a huge success."

Steve Slack, director for the Centre for HIV and Sexual Health, said: "We applaud all the hard work which was put into this event by a group of dedicated volunteers and were pleased that the people of Sheffield turned out to show their support.

"Everyone at the Centre for HIV and Sexual Health was very pleased to support such an inclusive event in South Yorkshire.

"To raise awareness of some of the issues that are faced on a day-to-day basis by members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community is very important, and to do this in this fun and interactive way is fantastic.

"We hope that this is the first of such events and that this will become an annual celebration."

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