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Heya it's Elliot! I've not made a gofundme before, but this is for my friend Aiden and it's really important so even if you're not a in a place to donate right now, sharing this helps.
I'd also like to recognise the massive part @abism_th played in this. Her own fundraiser ('You Owe Me a Coffee') for Zaidi, a friend in a very similar position to Aiden, and the willingness to answer my questions around the legal side of things has helped significantly! Thank you truly ❤️
I'm now going to put the same text from the post into the comments for accessibility as it doesn't all fit in the caption!
I've add the gofundme link into my bio for easy access, so please let's come together to help Aiden!
Even the smallest donations go a long way, so if you owe me a coffee then you know what to do 😉☕️
#translivesmatter

Heya it's Elliot! I've not made a gofundme before, but this is for my friend Aiden and it's really important so even if you're not a in a place to donate right now, sharing this helps.
I'd also like to recognise the massive part @abism_th played in this. Her own fundraiser ('You Owe Me a Coffee') for Zaidi, a friend in a very similar position to Aiden, and the willingness to answer my questions around the legal side of things has helped significantly! Thank you truly ❤️
I'm now going to put the same text from the post into the comments for accessibility as it doesn't all fit in the caption!
I've add the gofundme link into my bio for easy access, so please let's come together to help Aiden!
Even the smallest donations go a long way, so if you owe me a coffee then you know what to do 😉☕️
#translivesmatter

Heya it's Elliot! I've not made a gofundme before, but this is for my friend Aiden and it's really important so even if you're not a in a place to donate right now, sharing this helps.
I'd also like to recognise the massive part @abism_th played in this. Her own fundraiser ('You Owe Me a Coffee') for Zaidi, a friend in a very similar position to Aiden, and the willingness to answer my questions around the legal side of things has helped significantly! Thank you truly ❤️
I'm now going to put the same text from the post into the comments for accessibility as it doesn't all fit in the caption!
I've add the gofundme link into my bio for easy access, so please let's come together to help Aiden!
Even the smallest donations go a long way, so if you owe me a coffee then you know what to do 😉☕️
#translivesmatter

Heya it's Elliot! I've not made a gofundme before, but this is for my friend Aiden and it's really important so even if you're not a in a place to donate right now, sharing this helps.
I'd also like to recognise the massive part @abism_th played in this. Her own fundraiser ('You Owe Me a Coffee') for Zaidi, a friend in a very similar position to Aiden, and the willingness to answer my questions around the legal side of things has helped significantly! Thank you truly ❤️
I'm now going to put the same text from the post into the comments for accessibility as it doesn't all fit in the caption!
I've add the gofundme link into my bio for easy access, so please let's come together to help Aiden!
Even the smallest donations go a long way, so if you owe me a coffee then you know what to do 😉☕️
#translivesmatter

Heya it's Elliot! I've not made a gofundme before, but this is for my friend Aiden and it's really important so even if you're not a in a place to donate right now, sharing this helps.
I'd also like to recognise the massive part @abism_th played in this. Her own fundraiser ('You Owe Me a Coffee') for Zaidi, a friend in a very similar position to Aiden, and the willingness to answer my questions around the legal side of things has helped significantly! Thank you truly ❤️
I'm now going to put the same text from the post into the comments for accessibility as it doesn't all fit in the caption!
I've add the gofundme link into my bio for easy access, so please let's come together to help Aiden!
Even the smallest donations go a long way, so if you owe me a coffee then you know what to do 😉☕️
#translivesmatter

Heya it's Elliot! I've not made a gofundme before, but this is for my friend Aiden and it's really important so even if you're not a in a place to donate right now, sharing this helps.
I'd also like to recognise the massive part @abism_th played in this. Her own fundraiser ('You Owe Me a Coffee') for Zaidi, a friend in a very similar position to Aiden, and the willingness to answer my questions around the legal side of things has helped significantly! Thank you truly ❤️
I'm now going to put the same text from the post into the comments for accessibility as it doesn't all fit in the caption!
I've add the gofundme link into my bio for easy access, so please let's come together to help Aiden!
Even the smallest donations go a long way, so if you owe me a coffee then you know what to do 😉☕️
#translivesmatter

Heya it's Elliot! I've not made a gofundme before, but this is for my friend Aiden and it's really important so even if you're not a in a place to donate right now, sharing this helps.
I'd also like to recognise the massive part @abism_th played in this. Her own fundraiser ('You Owe Me a Coffee') for Zaidi, a friend in a very similar position to Aiden, and the willingness to answer my questions around the legal side of things has helped significantly! Thank you truly ❤️
I'm now going to put the same text from the post into the comments for accessibility as it doesn't all fit in the caption!
I've add the gofundme link into my bio for easy access, so please let's come together to help Aiden!
Even the smallest donations go a long way, so if you owe me a coffee then you know what to do 😉☕️
#translivesmatter

Saturday 6th June,come celebrate Pride Month and 3 incredible years of our amazing Queer Climb community 🌈

Join us from 12pm–4pm (and of course, you’re very welcome to stay afterwards for drinks!)
The Secret Garden will remain open to everyone throughout the day, but please bear in mind it may be busier than usual.

The event is open to all LGBTQIA+ climbers, whether it’s your very first time on the wall or you’re already part of the community, and will be hosted by our amazing @evolutionofelios

We’ve got a limited number of Early Bird tickets available, so grab yours via the link in bio before they’re gone. We also have a few spaces available for anyone who needs them, just give us a call or pop in at reception to speak to the team.

Tickets include BBQ!

ppl seemed to enjoy this over on the tok #comedy #transmasc

#ad BREAKING NEWS: 'Secret Service' ITV's thrilling new espionage drama is out. Watch now on ITV and ITVX @itv @itvxofficial #secretservice #itvinsider

Life recently:

moving house, settling in, don't stop working, climbing more again, sending self tapes

thank you @georgefarren for THE most incredible Vegan Dubai Chocolate Easter Egg I have ever tasted and the sweetest gift I could receive. He said it was for running Queer Climb for the last couple years 🥺💞 my whole heart melted

not that i need to explain myself but... my mh was shockingly bad over winter n i reclused biggg time (was blessed to be acting full time from Oct to Feb!) but thru the other side of the rough now and grateful to my friends n family for always being a listening ear and there to hold me. I'm very fortunate to have you in my life and hope I can always do the same x

Life recently:

moving house, settling in, don't stop working, climbing more again, sending self tapes

thank you @georgefarren for THE most incredible Vegan Dubai Chocolate Easter Egg I have ever tasted and the sweetest gift I could receive. He said it was for running Queer Climb for the last couple years 🥺💞 my whole heart melted

not that i need to explain myself but... my mh was shockingly bad over winter n i reclused biggg time (was blessed to be acting full time from Oct to Feb!) but thru the other side of the rough now and grateful to my friends n family for always being a listening ear and there to hold me. I'm very fortunate to have you in my life and hope I can always do the same x

Life recently:

moving house, settling in, don't stop working, climbing more again, sending self tapes

thank you @georgefarren for THE most incredible Vegan Dubai Chocolate Easter Egg I have ever tasted and the sweetest gift I could receive. He said it was for running Queer Climb for the last couple years 🥺💞 my whole heart melted

not that i need to explain myself but... my mh was shockingly bad over winter n i reclused biggg time (was blessed to be acting full time from Oct to Feb!) but thru the other side of the rough now and grateful to my friends n family for always being a listening ear and there to hold me. I'm very fortunate to have you in my life and hope I can always do the same x

Life recently:

moving house, settling in, don't stop working, climbing more again, sending self tapes

thank you @georgefarren for THE most incredible Vegan Dubai Chocolate Easter Egg I have ever tasted and the sweetest gift I could receive. He said it was for running Queer Climb for the last couple years 🥺💞 my whole heart melted

not that i need to explain myself but... my mh was shockingly bad over winter n i reclused biggg time (was blessed to be acting full time from Oct to Feb!) but thru the other side of the rough now and grateful to my friends n family for always being a listening ear and there to hold me. I'm very fortunate to have you in my life and hope I can always do the same x

Life recently:

moving house, settling in, don't stop working, climbing more again, sending self tapes

thank you @georgefarren for THE most incredible Vegan Dubai Chocolate Easter Egg I have ever tasted and the sweetest gift I could receive. He said it was for running Queer Climb for the last couple years 🥺💞 my whole heart melted

not that i need to explain myself but... my mh was shockingly bad over winter n i reclused biggg time (was blessed to be acting full time from Oct to Feb!) but thru the other side of the rough now and grateful to my friends n family for always being a listening ear and there to hold me. I'm very fortunate to have you in my life and hope I can always do the same x

CAST ANNOUNCEMENT 📣: Sun Day by @d.aniellejames , directed by @rhiannjeffrey

Staged reading @playhousederry

‘loving you has felt like the apocalypse. it’s felt like burning every time you touch her. it’s felt like stars tearing my body apart.’

It’s the hottest Easter Sunday on record. Five friends in search of the afterparty find an abandoned suitcase in the middle of the park. And what’s inside might portend the end of the world.

A tense, thrilling body-horror play that explores the politics of queer friendship groups and the ways in which we dismember ourselves and the people we love.

March 7th, 19:00

Part of our First Glimpse series, catch the first act of plays destined for production!

Tickets £8.50, link in bio to book!

“ELIOS” — a re-introduction.

This is something I've been thinking about for well over a year and a half, and at the end of 2025 it all finally clicked into place. If I'm honest I was struggling with surnames – family’s complicated, y’know?

I also chose to bring my Greek surname back, this time as my middle name – something that feels grounding and true.

I took my time working out what felt right, made the change in my personal life (still need to do my deed poll 😅), and now I’m really happy to share this with you – taking my new name into a new year.

I’m so grateful for the boundless support from my family and friends. I rlly <3 you.

Only love. Always,
Elios

#namechange #newyear

'The Best Company' (a small poem to commemorate all my BIG feelings)

How fortunate am I to have worked with a group of people as wonderful this,
To learn in an environment so full of support, kindness and openness.
Lifelong friendships and memories to last,
With only the best of company and cast.
I'll miss the laughs, tears, quizzes, and puzzle pieced fun,
And leave you with one more "God bless us. Every one."

❤️🥹🎄

Some of the many photos from my digi cam x

'The Best Company' (a small poem to commemorate all my BIG feelings)

How fortunate am I to have worked with a group of people as wonderful this,
To learn in an environment so full of support, kindness and openness.
Lifelong friendships and memories to last,
With only the best of company and cast.
I'll miss the laughs, tears, quizzes, and puzzle pieced fun,
And leave you with one more "God bless us. Every one."

❤️🥹🎄

Some of the many photos from my digi cam x

'The Best Company' (a small poem to commemorate all my BIG feelings)

How fortunate am I to have worked with a group of people as wonderful this,
To learn in an environment so full of support, kindness and openness.
Lifelong friendships and memories to last,
With only the best of company and cast.
I'll miss the laughs, tears, quizzes, and puzzle pieced fun,
And leave you with one more "God bless us. Every one."

❤️🥹🎄

Some of the many photos from my digi cam x

'The Best Company' (a small poem to commemorate all my BIG feelings)

How fortunate am I to have worked with a group of people as wonderful this,
To learn in an environment so full of support, kindness and openness.
Lifelong friendships and memories to last,
With only the best of company and cast.
I'll miss the laughs, tears, quizzes, and puzzle pieced fun,
And leave you with one more "God bless us. Every one."

❤️🥹🎄

Some of the many photos from my digi cam x

'The Best Company' (a small poem to commemorate all my BIG feelings)

How fortunate am I to have worked with a group of people as wonderful this,
To learn in an environment so full of support, kindness and openness.
Lifelong friendships and memories to last,
With only the best of company and cast.
I'll miss the laughs, tears, quizzes, and puzzle pieced fun,
And leave you with one more "God bless us. Every one."

❤️🥹🎄

Some of the many photos from my digi cam x

'The Best Company' (a small poem to commemorate all my BIG feelings)

How fortunate am I to have worked with a group of people as wonderful this,
To learn in an environment so full of support, kindness and openness.
Lifelong friendships and memories to last,
With only the best of company and cast.
I'll miss the laughs, tears, quizzes, and puzzle pieced fun,
And leave you with one more "God bless us. Every one."

❤️🥹🎄

Some of the many photos from my digi cam x

'The Best Company' (a small poem to commemorate all my BIG feelings)

How fortunate am I to have worked with a group of people as wonderful this,
To learn in an environment so full of support, kindness and openness.
Lifelong friendships and memories to last,
With only the best of company and cast.
I'll miss the laughs, tears, quizzes, and puzzle pieced fun,
And leave you with one more "God bless us. Every one."

❤️🥹🎄

Some of the many photos from my digi cam x

'The Best Company' (a small poem to commemorate all my BIG feelings)

How fortunate am I to have worked with a group of people as wonderful this,
To learn in an environment so full of support, kindness and openness.
Lifelong friendships and memories to last,
With only the best of company and cast.
I'll miss the laughs, tears, quizzes, and puzzle pieced fun,
And leave you with one more "God bless us. Every one."

❤️🥹🎄

Some of the many photos from my digi cam x

“Hi, I’m Elios Douglas (@evolutionofelliot), an actor, musician, climber… and proudly deaf and trans,” he says. “I believe in in-person community spaces where there’s room for everyone,” he adds, pausing to tap his red hearing aids. “I like making my disability visible. If I take them out, it’s practically silent – so I wear them loud and proud.” After nearly snagging a part in Sex Education (“getting to the top two taught me my transness and deafness aren’t barriers, they’re unique selling points”), Douglas landed his first proper gig on Heartstopper in 2023. “Doing that one-minute scene was a revelation,” he says with a grin. His journey is stitched together by bold cuts, like having short hair to show off his hearing aids, auditions that defy drama-school dogma and getting to the top of peaks, literal (he regularly scales climbing walls) or metaphorical. “Taking ownership of what once made me feel like shit – and turning it bright?” he says. “That’s powerful.”

Hit the LINK IN BIO to read @takenouthere’s full interview with Douglas inside 10 Men Issue 62 and order your copy now.

Photographer @derekridgers
Talent @evolutionofelliot
Text @takenouthere
Hair @taku_hair using @oribe
Make-up @_kunomari at @saintlukeartists using @glossier
Photographer’s assistant @vladyvala
Fashion assistants @taliapanayi and @beaaallison
Hair assistant @leepatrickdevlin
Casting @fiercedivaboots
Production @zac_apostolou and @sonyamazuryk
Special thanks to @appelhanss

#transcreatives #10menmagazine

Our next queer climb social is on Monday 06 October!!

Join us for a fun and relaxed social climbing session, meet friendly climbers like the wonderful folk in this photo, and enjoy discounted wall entry and free shoe hire. We usually meet in the portacabin from 5:30pm before heading through to climb from 6pm. All abilities and climbing levels welcome.

Book now via the link in our bio or just come along on the night! We have a limited number of free entry spaces for people who need them, just drop us a DM or send an email to enquiries@mileendwall.org.uk.

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Forgive us for getting a little bit emotional, but the Queer Climb Pride Party wasi n c r e d i b l eand we can’t thank you all enough for showing up - not just for this event, but for each other and for every queer climb social over the years.

We just want to take this opportunity to shout out @evolutionofelliot. 2 years ago, Elliot started these socials to try to continue making space for LGBTQIA+ people, as he noticed that after the pandemic a lot of socials and events had failed to restart. Since then, he has been the life and soul of Queer Climb, and has worked tirelessly to host and help people to connect and find friends, find community, and find support.

The impact of this work is undeniable - you just have to listen to the way people talk about Queer Climb to know how much it means... That feeling of needing to find spaces to connect with people who are like you - to put it in Elliot’s words - ‘it’s not an individual experience, babe.’

So cheers to Elliot, to everyone who has been a part of these socials over the past 2 years, and to many more years of Queer Climb to come! <3

P.s. @ki.sces your DJ set was perfection *****