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LGBTQ+ History Timeline

To celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month in 2022, Conwy Archive Service compiled a timeline showcasing some of the significant moments of the LGBTQ+ community's history - including some of Conwy County's own LGBTQ+ history.

The timeline has now been updated for 2026.

Please Note:

  • The English version of the timeline is underneath the Welsh version.
  • You will need to click the full screen button at the end of the timeline to view entries after February 2023.

Useful Links:

Further Information:

Recommended Books:

  • Daryl Leeworthy - 'A Little Gay History of Wales' (2019)
  • Norena Shopland - 'Forbidden Lives: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Stories from Wales' (2017)

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