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We're dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive space where gay, queer and bisexual people who identify as male or non-binary can connect, celebrate, and thrive without the influence of alcohol or substances.

What drives us

Our Mission

At Tonic, everything we do is built around three simple aims. Through our events and online spaces, we create ways to connect, have fun, and thrive without alcohol or drugs getting in the way.

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Building a Community

2

Celebrating Joyful Living

3

Helping Beat Loneliness

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What's On

Whether it’s beach walks or board games, our events bring people together for fun, friendship and connection. You don’t need alcohol to enjoy yourself. Just bring your whole self and come as you are.

Social
Sunday Roast
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Bottom's Rest, 16 Lower Market St, Hove BN3 1AT

Bringing people together over hearty roasts and easy conversation each month in a new venue with a warm welcome every time.

Outdoors
Heathfield Camping Weekend
Friday, August 8, 2025
Heronsdale Farm Campsite nr Heathfield

A relaxed weekend of rustic camping and connection at Heronsdale Farm

A few words from

Our Members

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It took me ages to work up the courage to go to a Tonic event, but I’m so glad I did. I’ve made lifelong friends and discovered that sober life is anything but boring.

Sam

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Tonic showed me how good it feels to connect and have fun without everything revolving around drinking. It’s helped me build a better life in so many ways.

Jonathan

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Seeing Tonic in the Pride parade gave me hope. A year later, I was marching with them and realised community and fun don’t have to revolve around drinking.

Doug

Supporting

Our Friends

Controlling Chemsex offers non-judgemental, confidential support from experienced professionals to help people struggling with chemsex access the help they need with compassion and care.
Located at the heart of Brighton, our recovery hub is a beacon of hope, offering peer-led support, guidance and connection for anyone seeking recovery from addiction.
Queer & Sober is revolutionising how the LGBTQIA+ community connects and has fun, creating genuine friendships in an alcohol and drug free environment.

Join Our Community

Become a member today!

Answer a few quick questions, and we’ll add you to the WhatsApp group so you’ll be all set to join one of our events!