PRIDE

IN THE SQUARE MILE 2026

Archive Tour – LGBTQIA+ Collections
Apr
23
to 17 Sept

Archive Tour – LGBTQIA+ Collections

Why was John Gielgud told to see a doctor? How many lesbian pulp fiction novels can one library hold? We are a treasure trove of LGBTQIA+ history with extensive archives holding cuttings, badges, and banners – and even a set of wizard’s robes. By the end of this tour, you’ll know all about them.

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Pride on the Plaza
Jul
1

Pride on the Plaza

Pride on the Plaza is a full-day celebration of LGBTQ+ life in the heart of the City – bringing together talks, guided walks, live performance, music, community stalls and an after-party for City workers, allies and visitors.

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Choosing To Cruise - 300 Years On
Jul
11

Choosing To Cruise - 300 Years On

The 11th July is the 300th anniversary of the trial of William Brown who was imprisoned for ‘assault with sodomitical intent’. This collaboration between The London Archives and Queer Tours of London includes a morning walkshop and an afternoon session at The London Archives.

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LGBTQ+ Social Group and Armed Forces Committee: Is Inclusivity Equitable?
Jun
25

LGBTQ+ Social Group and Armed Forces Committee: Is Inclusivity Equitable?

Join the WCIT LGBTQ+ Social Group and Armed Forces Committee on 25 June for an evening collaboration event with OutBritain, the UK’s LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce and Veteran Owned UK, the UK’s largest online business directory of businesses owned by a serving member of the armed forces, a veteran or a spouse of either.

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Queer America
Jun
15

Queer America

This year, the Academy of St Mary-le-Bow (the Square Mile’s resident orchestra) celebrates Pride with a programme of works by queer American composers, including Barber’s poignant Adagio for Strings.

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