Gay’s the Word
London · United Kingdom
Opened in 1979, Gay’s the Word is the United Kingdom’s oldest LGBT+ bookshop. Its history includes surviving the 1984 customs raids known as Operation Tiger and supporting Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners, giving the shop an enduring place in queer cultural and political history.
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Opened in 1979, Gay’s the Word is the United Kingdom’s oldest LGBT+ bookshop. Its history includes surviving the 1984 customs raids known as Operation Tiger and supporting Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners, giving the shop an enduring place in queer cultural and political history.
Editorial context comes from the global directory research supplied to queerbooks.net. Details can change: always confirm the current address, opening hours, accessibility, and programme with the bookshop before visiting.