This is the fourth year the police will be represented at the three-day event.

Officers will be ready to talk about recruitment, hate-crime and try to break down any barriers between themselves and the gay community.

Helen Danks, from the force's diversity team, said it was a deliberate act to be more involved in the community.

The weekend launches with a Carnival Parade at 1800 BST on Saturday.

The event will include a street festival, with numerous gay and lesbian stalls, a funfair, street entertainers, a dance tent and mini-stage arenas featuring live acts and DJs.