Stroud Brewery has cancelled a planned event that was set to explore the impact of pornography in modern society.
Billed as a timely and thought-provoking discussion, the event was due to take place on Saturday, April 18, and was organised by GlosWomen, a Gloucestershire-based community group focused on tackling male violence and misogyny.
Writers Jo Bartosch and Robert Jessel were due to lead the talk, titled “Porn: Positive or Problematic?”, which aimed to examine the cultural, psychological and social effects of pornography.
A spokesperson for Stroud Brewery said: “We were made aware of concerns regarding an upcoming private booking within the last 24 hours. After fast-tracking our usual internal processes and careful consideration, we have concluded that the event will not proceed.
“Stroud Brewery is committed to being a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for everyone. Our values guide every booking, and we take community concerns seriously. This decision reflects our commitment to ensuring that all members of our community feel respected and safe.
“We appreciate the conversations this has prompted and are reviewing our booking procedures to continue enabling constructive discussions on sensitive topics, while keeping our venue a welcoming environment.
“Thank you for understanding and for supporting Stroud Brewery.”
