The march was made up of many prominent organisations which represented LGBT+ people across the UK, with around 2,000 people in attendance. The first London march both celebrated LGBT+ individuals and demonstrated the need for improved representation and rights.
This took place soon after the Stonewall Riots in New York City in 1969, which were a response to continued oppression and harassment from the city and police forces. While community marches and demonstrations had taken place prior to this date, the first officially coordinated UK Gay Pride march was held in London on 1 July 1972. The first official march in the UK was held here in London, and for LGBT+ History Month we are looking at its history and impact. Pride marches take place annually in cities across the world, fighting for LGBT+ liberation and celebrating the community.