The original London Bookshop Crawl, est. 2016
Founders & organisers of Canterbury Children's Literature Festival
The Big List 2026
The Big List gives details of all the bookshops across London. Those in boxes have registered to be part of the event - some will be offering extras with your bookshop crawl ID, and some won't but they should all know what's going on. Those not in boxes haven't registered but all bookshops are good bookshops!
213 Stoke Newington High St, London N16 0LH
Opening hours: 10.30am - 7.30pm Monday - Friday, 10am - 8pm Sat, 10am - 6.30pm Sunday
Abney Books is London's gravest second-hand bookshop! We are situated just next to Abney Park cemetery, in a part of London that is full of history. We have a good range of classics, poetry and penguin fiction, as well as all genres of non-fiction. We promote zines and champion fiction that is published by small publishers - including putting on poetry evenings and book launches to help support these writers.
35 Turnpike Ln, Harringay Ladder, London N8 0EP
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: We have a ramp for the front door / main space, but our back room gallery and toilet are regrettably unaccessible due to the premises (step/narrow doorways)
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID card
We are a cooperative community bookshop and local arts events space with a gallery and garden. We sell a mix of new and pre-loved books. We are staffed mainly by volunteers and have a paid part-time manager.
2A Church Ct, Richmond TW9 1JL
Opening Hours: 10am - 5.30pm Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat, closed Sun.
Accessibility: there are two steps to get into the Alligator's Mouth, but we have a foldable ramp we can put out on request
Perks: sweet treats, bookmarks, free proof copies and sale books (discounted up to 50%).on production of bookshop crawl ID card.
The Alligator's Mouth is a specialist children's bookshop at the heart of our local community in Richmond. Our mission is to reach all readers: the confident, the beginner, and the reading-resistant. We often work with local schools, providing events or stocking libraries. In the past we have welcomed Jacqueline Wilson, Chris Riddell, Cressida Cowell, Oliver Jeffers and Axel Scheffler among many others. We actively recommend a range of children's books in the shop, on our website, and on bookshop.org, to help every child find a book they love.
We do also keep a curated adult section of favourites and curiosities
308 Kentish Town Rd, London NW5 2TH
Opening hours: 11am -5pm Monday - Sunday
Accessibility: fully accessible
Charity bookshop with an excellent and eclectic range of stock.​​
56 Charing Cross Rd, WC2H 0QA
Opening Hours: 11.30am - 7.30pm Monday - Saturday, 12.30pm - 6.30pm Sunday
Accessibility: Ground floor is accessible. Lower ground floor is not
Shop Online: https://www.anyamountofbooks.com/Online_Sales/OnlineSales.html
the only remaining general secondhand and rare bookshop on Charing Cross Road. 20,000 books over 2 floors, there is always something for everyone.​
83 Bell St, London NW1 6TB
Opening hours: 10.30am - 6pm Mon - Sat, closed Sun
The shop for SECONDHAND BOOKS AND PRINTED MUSIC,
SECONDHAND MUSIC SCORES AND SHEET MUSIC OF ALL KINDS,
PRINTED MUSIC VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL
20-22 Broadway Market, London E8 4QJ
Opening hours: 9am - 8pm Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat & Sun
Bookshop stocking books about contemporary visual culture.
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Downloadable itinerary: Hackney & Bow
49A Museum St, London WC1A 1LY
Opening Hours: 10.30am - 6pm Tues - Sat, closed Sun & Mon
Perks: Free zodiac badges with purchases on production of bookshop crawl ID card
We are the oldest Independent esoteric bookshop in the world. We specialise in magic and witchcraft and even had a clandestine coven meeting in the basement for years. We are family run and sell new and secondhand books on all the Western Mysteries from Astrology to Zoology - well, Cryptozoology!
71 Balham High Rd, London SW12 9AP
Opening hours: 10am -6pm Sat - Weds, 10am - 9pm Thurs & Fri
Accessibility: We have a ramp for wheelchair users/pushchairs. Our staff toilet (which customers can use) is downstairs so not accessible for wheelchair users
Backstory is Balham's independent bookshop with a bar serving coffee, wine and more. We host author events most weeks and run two book clubs (fiction and non-fiction) with monthly online meetings where the author joins.
We have a personalised book subscription service where subscribers are matched to one of our booksellers depending on their likes and dislikes, subscribers can either collect their book from us or we can post them out.
Instagram - @backstory.london Website - backstory.london
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Downloadable itinerary: Balham, Clapham & Battersea
341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR
Opening hours: closed Monday, 9am - 5pm Tuesday, 9am - 10.30pm Weds - Fri, 10am - 5pm Sat & Sun
Cafe/bar serving coffee & pastries from 9am and wines, beers & cocktails from 11am. Toilet available
Accessibility: Shop fully accessible by ramp, toilet not accessible
Perks: Free tea or coffee with book purchases on production of bookshop crawl ID
BÀRD BOOKS is more than just a bookshop. Alongside the carefully curated bookshelves, it’s a place you can pop in for a coffee or pastry; somewhere to meet friends, make friends, do some work, read a book, write a book, listen to authors, hear some music – just escape. Bookshops are third spaces; “much-loved local haunts that are neither home nor the workplace, but which we rely on for a sense of community and everyday socialising… the lifeblood of our high streets and fundamental to our mental health.” [ROMAN ROAD LDN]. In the evening, the lights dim, and books provide the backdrop for a glass of something deliciously chilled.
LOOKING FOR A BOOK? Browse the shelves or grab one of our team for some recommendations.
98 Church Rd, London SW13 0DQ
Opening Hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Friday & Sat, 11am -5pm Sun
The Barnes Bookshop has been a proud part of the local community for over 30 years. With knowledgeable staff with a wealth of recommendations it lives up to it’s tagline as ‘quite possibly the best bookshop in Barnes’.
17 Pitfield St, London N1 6HB
Opening Hours: 10am -6pm Weds - Sat, closed Sun - Tues
Bookartbookshop is run by Tanya Peixoto and is situated in the heart of the art/clubbing district of Hoxton on the edge of London’s east end. The shop sells and promotes artist’s books and small press publishers including all currently available titles from both Atlas Press and the London Institute of ’Pataphysics.
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On Shoreditch & Brick Lane route
20 Norwood High St, Norwood, London SE27 9NR
Opening hours: 10.30am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: access via a ramp for the steps in.
We are second hand only bookshop, with thousands of books on display, mostly paperbacks, but some hardback, modern fiction first editions. We also sell Records, mostly vinyl, but a small selection of CDs. 90% of the vinyl is second hand
38 Golders Green Rd, London NW11 8LL
Opening hours: 10am - 7pm Mon - Sun
Established in 1990, The Book Warehouse is London's largest and longest established discount bookseller.
Offering a wide and varied selection of books, cards, gifts and educational toys, our product range is constantly updated, with many new and unique bargains appearing daily.
166 Blackstock Rd, London N5 1HA
Opening Hours: 10am - 6pm Tues - Sun, closed Mon
Accessibility: We are not wheelchair accessible at the moment, unfortunately.
BookBar is an independent bookshop, wine and coffee bar and social space, dedicated to bringing people together through books. We celebrate the social side of reading through our regular events and monthly BookClub.
11 Chelsea Manor St, SW3 3TW
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon, Tues & Thurs, 10am - 9pm Weds, Fri & Sat, 11am - 6pm Sun
Accessibility: Level access throughout and accessible toilets.
BookBar is an independent bookshop, wine and coffee bar and social space, dedicated to bringing people together through books. We celebrate the social side of reading through our regular events and monthly BookClub.
268 Chiswick High Rd., Chiswick, London W4 1PD
Opening Hours: 10am -6pm Mon - Sat, 11am -6pm Sun
Accessibility: Ground floor is wheelchair accessible but not the basement.
Opened in 1993, we specialise in discount tiles with a selection of full price books. Most subject areas catered for
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Opening Hours: 11am - 5pm Monday - Saturday
Bookmarks is the UK's leading socialist bookshop and the official bookseller to the TUC.
We stock a wide range of radical literature. Our stock includes books on the trade unions, the history of the labour and social justice movements as well as cultural and literary topics.
We can supply you with books by Marx, Engels, Lenin, Rosa Luxemburg and Antonio Gramsci as well as work by Angela Davis, Fanon, CLR James and Walter Rodney.
Our Women section ranges from Alexandra Kollontai, Simone de Beauvoir to Judith Orr.
We have an expanding section on environmental issues and on LGBT+ topics
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Opening hours: 10am - 7pm Mon - Sun
Accessible: Fully accessible
Perks: Free tea & coffee on production of bookshop crawl ID
We are an independent bookstore situated in the vibrant heart of Elephant & Castle, complete with a cozy café and a bar.
439 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8LN
Second hand and remaindered books
Opening hours: 10.30am - 6.30pm Mon - Sat, 10.30am - 5.30pm Sun
Accessibility: fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs
Voted second best bookshop in London this year by Time Out Magazine.. We have a wide range of secondhand and remaindered books, all at reasonable prices..
175 King St, London W6 9JT
Opening hours: 11am - 5.30pm Fri & Sat, 12pm - 4pm Sun
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Perks: free badge & discounts on production of bookshop crawl ID card
Welcome to our second-hand bookshop, where the emphasis is on quality and building community spirit. Shopping with us means that you get to indulge in your love of books whilst making a vital contribution to our human rights campaigns. There is a lot to tempt you, from rare collectables to contemporary fiction, classics to children’s books, graphic novels and all the history and arts you can carry. Not to mention our top-quality cards and eco-friendly, Fairtrade, Amnesty-endorsed gift range.
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Downloadable itinerary: Chiswick & Hammersmith
20 Maxted Rd, London SE15 4LF
Opening hours: 11am - 6pm Fri -Sun
Accessibility info: steep ramp into the shop and a small step between the two rooms https://books-peckham.com/about-1
BOOKS is a secondhand book and zine shop based in Peckham, South East London; selling nice copies of good books for cheap prices.
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4 Blenheim Cres, London W11 1NN
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Fri & Sat, closed Sun
Website: https://www.booksforcooks.com/index.html
the cooks book store for all cooks
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On the Notting Hill group route
80 Hill Rise, Richmond TW10 6UB
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Tues - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun, closed Mon
Accessibility: a shallow step into the shop and two steps into the back room of the shop
Located on Richmond Hill Books on the Rise offers a curated range of diverse contemporary fiction, drama and non-fiction. We host regular literary events and you can hire our literary lounge or event space for workshops, exhibitions, book launches, author talks or private events. Situated on beautiful Hill Rise in Richmond, you can visit us and continue up the hill to see one of the best views in London!
50 Westow St, London SE19 3AF
Opening hours: 11am -5pm Fri, 10am - 5pm Sat, 12pm - 5pm Sun
Come and see us in Crystal Palace for a well established independent bookshop with a great atmosphere and the widest range of titles south of the river.
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Downloadable itinerary: Lewisham & Crystal Palace
52 Ashley Road, Hampton, TW12 2HU
opening hours: 10am - 4pm Mon - Fri, 10.30am - 2pm Sat, closed Sun
The shop is conveniently situated in the heart of the village outside Hampton station and is packed with a wide range of books. It is a little gem; on its shelves you will find a selection of novels, thrillers, historical fiction, the classics and lots of books for children.
The Bookshop on the Heath
74 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath, London SE3 0BW
Opening hours: 11am - 5.30pm Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun, closed Weds.
Long established bookshop, selling antiquarian & second hand books since 1949, also maps, prints, posters & original art.
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Downloadable itinerary: Greenwich & Blackheath
166 Brick Ln, London E1 6RU
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sun
Accessibility: We have a ramp that we can set up for entrance into the shop upon request. There are some tight spaces, but there are no further steps
Brick Lane Bookshop is proudly independent and was established in 1978.
We stock Fiction, Non-fiction, London Books, Children’s Books, Poetry, Essays, Feminism, Travel, Classics, Philosophy, Cards, Tote bags and more.
We’re open everyday and our booksellers are always happy to give recommendations, so if you’re not sure what you’re looking for, please ask. We can order most books that are in print in the UK within two working days – often by the next day.
Our history is the history of a community: Brick Lane Bookshop grew out of a vibrant local network of innovative activities and ideas that often sparked each other, pushing us into new, unexpected directions.
96 Euston Rd., London NW1 2DB
rder online: https://shop.bl.uk/collections/bookshop
Perks: Free goodie bags while stocks last and 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID
The British Library Bookshop is a proudly quirky haven for curious readers, championing little imprints, debuts and unforgettable voices. We mix the scholarly with the strange, the classic with the wonderfully off-kilter, and we’re always hunting down signed copies and special editions you won’t find anywhere else. Expect diversity on our shelves, passion behind our picks, and a joyful celebration of all things weird, wonderful, and brilliantly bookish.
6 Broadway Market, London E8 4QJ
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Fri & Sat, 11am - 6pm Sun
Welcome to The Broadway Bookshop – a small but beautiful independent bookshop in busy Broadway Market, Hackney. We specialise in literary fiction and have a good range of poetry, philosophy & essays, politics, biography, city literature, travel, art, fashion, music and children’s books.​
Unit 18, The Brunswick, WC1N 1AW
Opening hours: 10am - 7pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 6pm Sun
Brunswick Bookshop is excited to join the thriving culture of independent booksellers in and around Marchmont Street. With curated and handpicked titles from new releases to rarely-heard-of classics with much more in between, peruse their bestseller lists to pique your curiosity and find your next read!
400 Kingsland Rd, London E8 4AA
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Fri & Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
Burley Fisher Books is an independent bookshop in Haggerston selling both new and second-hand/antiquarian, with a general stock but a special interest in small press books. We have a regular programme of events and launches too!
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Downloadable itinerary: Arsenal, Dalston & Hoxton
51 The Cut, London SE1 8LF
Opening hours: 11am - 8pm Fri & Sat, 1pm - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: fully accessible but very little room
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID
We are a unique bookshop specialising primarily in theatre, alongside a curated selection of books on politics, philosophy, psychology, and more. At the heart of London, we also serve as a vibrant fringe theatre hub, featuring a 32-seat theatre located at the back of our shop, as well as a rehearsal studio in our basement. Our mission is to keep books, performances, and rehearsal spaces as accessible as possible, providing vital support to London’s thriving fringe theatre community.
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Arkwright Rd, London NW3 6DG
Opening hours: 11am - 6pm Fri - Sun
Our shop specialises in contempory art and theory books, with a selection of fiction, philosophy, LGBTQ+ Gender studies and current crital titles.
63 Wells St, London W1A 3AE
Opening hours: 10.30am - 5.30pm Tues - Sun
Accessibility: accessible by lift
The Cartoon Museum is the UK's only public gallery dedicated to the art of comics and cartoons and those who create them. Our shop is full of graphic novels, humorous greetings cards, gifts and exclusive exhibition related merchandise.
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On the Cartoons, Comics & Literary Landmarks route
14 Lordship Ln, London SE22 8HN
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat, 11am - 4pm Sun
Accessibility: Front room wheelchair accessible, back room (children's section) isn't.
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID
Chener Books has been serving South East London for over 40 years. We sell books for adults and children, with a big fiction section as well as lots of non-fiction, including history, politics, nature, science and a massive poetry section!
26 The Pavement, London SW4 0JA
pening hours: 10am -5pm Fri & Sat, 10am - 4pm Sun
Accessibility: Not accessible
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID card
We are an independent bookshop in the heart of Clapham, directly opposite the common. Home to a wide range of books from science fiction to politics, we can help you discover your new favourite read! We're always keen for bookish chats and host readings and author events throughout the year so keep an eye on our Instagram @claphambooks.
29 Fortis Green Rd, Muswell Hill, London N10 3HP
Opening hours: 9.15am - 5.45pm Fri & Sat, 11am - 4pm Sun
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, staff assistance on hand for bigger wheelchairs and pushchairs
Winner of Bookshop of the Year and Children's Bookshop of the year in 2024, we are the oldest running children's bookshop in the country. Filled with books from floor to ceiling, our friendly staff are always about to help find the perfect book for any younger reader - or their adults! ​
14 Old Town, London SW4 0JY
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Fri, 10am - 4pm Sat, closed Sun
Accessibility: steps at the front so not wheelchair accessible.
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID card & potential biscuits!
A small but perfectly formed children’s bookshop just five minutes from Clapham Common tube station! Come in and enjoy our curated selection of children’s books!
68A Compton St, EC1V 0BN
Opening hours: 9am - 6pm Mon - Thurs, 9.30am - 4.30pm Fri, Closed Sat & Sun
Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible
Perks: 10% off all books & a free drink over a £25 spend
Clerkenwell's Coffee & Books is more than just a bookstore and coffee shop - it's a welcoming haven for book lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike. Our story begins with a passion for literature and a love for crafting the perfect cup of coffee. We envisioned a space where people can immerse themselves in captivating stories while savoring the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. At Clerkenwell's Coffee & Books, we take pride in curating a diverse collection of books that cater to various interests, from fiction to non-fiction, ensuring there's something for every reader. Our commitment to providing a cozy and inviting environment sets us apart, making us a beloved destination for those seeking literary inspiration and a delightful coffee experience.
260 Globe Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 0JD
Opening hours: Weds - Sat 12-6pm
A curation of books and magazines that define the current interplay between art, fashion, and photography.
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Columbia Road, E2
Opening hours: 10am - 5.30pm Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat, 9am - 5pm Sun
New independent bookshop on Columbia Road, sister shop to West End Lane Books and Queens Park Books
118 Bethnal Grn Rd, London E2 7EE
Opening hours: 11am - 6pm Tues - Sun, with late night openings Tues-Friday for our packed event schedule
Accessibility: Shop is completely wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets.
Perks: Free Common Press bookmark, 10% discount on drinks in the cafe (bottled drinks not included) on production of bookshop crawl ID card
Shop online: https://www.commonpress.co.uk/
As London's first consciously queer intersectional bookshop, we provide a safe space for our LGBTQIA+ community and allies. We are a radical and independent space that stands up for what we believe in and champions books by authors from a wide range of marginalized backgrounds. We host a diverse range of events every day, including dance classes, yoga sessions, book clubs, family-friendly events, book launches, workshops, and parties.
315 Brockley Rd, London SE4 2QZ
Opening hours: 12 - 6 Mon, 10 - 6 Tues, Weds, & Fri - Sun, 10 - 7pm Thurs
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Perks: 10% discount on used books on production of bookshop crawl ID card
Bookshop with trending new literary titles and retro used books and modern classics and rare esoteric. We pride ourselves on creative displays and curated collections whereby we are considered a museum as well as a bookshop!
61 Cheapside, City of London, London EC2V 6AX
Opening hours: 8am - 7.30pm Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
112-114 Holland Park Ave, London W11 4UA
Opening hours: 9am - 7.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 6pm Sun
84 Marylebone High St, London W1U 4QW
Opening Hours: 9am - 7.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 6pm Sun
112-114 Holland Park Ave, London W11 4UA
Opening hours: 9am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 6pm Sun
383-387 High St, London E15 4QZ
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm Mon - Sun
Our bookshop is open to browse, even without an Entry ticket to the Discover Children's Story Centre!
Time Out voted our shop as one of their Top Five Children’s Bookshops in London.
The shop stocks a wide range of books, from picturebooks for babies and young children to story books for ages up to 11, including much-loved classics and modern favourites.
You’ll be able to find the stories that have inspired our exhibitions, and that have been written by our visiting authors and illustrators. We also stock a selection of toys, games, wall charts and much more.
75 Broadway Market, London E8 4PH
Opening hours: 11am -6pm Mon -Fri & Sun, 10.30am - 6pm Sat
Donlon Books is an independent bookshop and publisher located at 75 Broadway Market in the diverse creative community of London’s Borough of Hackney
6 Croxted Rd, London SE21 8SW
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 4pm Sun
Award-winning independent and much loved bookshop, Dulwich Books has been serving the local community for the last 30 years.
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Downloadable itinerary: Herne Hill, Dulwich & Norwood
6 Chiswick High Rd., Chiswick, London W4 1TH
Opening hours: 9.30- 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Step free access to the adults area, children's area is downstairs with no step free access
Perks: 10% discount and free goody bag on production of bookshop crawl ID card
Everybody Reads is dedicated to building community through books. Its a place to pause, breathe, browse, learn, discover, meet, giggle and grow. We are passionate about books and here to help others - adults and children, committed readers and beginners - to move along in their reading journey. We will guide you to the books that are just right for you.
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34D Broad St, Teddington TW11 8RF
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sun
Accessibility: all level access and wheelchair accessible
We are a second-hand charity bookshop located in Teddington. We have a wide selection of books both for children and adults, all kindly donated for the benefit of FARA charity. This means that our selection of stock is ever changing with all sorts of new, old and unique books for sale. We have a strong community presence, believe in learning customer names, and going the extra mile to ensure our fellow bookworms leave happy.
All money raised from these sales goes to FARA charity which helps improve the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people living in Romania.
74 Chatham Rd, London SW11 6HG
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sun
FARA Clapham Books for Kids, the specialist children’s book shop is a must for all young bibliophiles and a fantastic local resource for parents. With a dazzling range of children’s literature and teen fiction, it is a great place for young ones to fall in love with reading whilst supporting the charity’s programmes in Romania
Welcome pack downloadable itinerary Balham, Clapham & Battersea
Sojourner Truth Community Centre, 161 Sumner Rd, SE15 6JL
Bookshop opening hours: 1pm - 4pm Saturday
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Perks: Short talk about the library
We are an intersectional and trans-inclusive feminist community space and library. We have been running since 1975. Our aim is to foster a space of freedom, care, and radical education away from the institution, whilst also protecting and maintaining one of the biggest archives of feminist thinking in Europe.
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179 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC2H 8JR
New comics, graphic novels, fantasy and science fiction.
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
18 Inverness St, NW1 7HJ
New comics, graphic novels, fantasy and science fiction.
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
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On the Kentish Town & Camden Group
183 Chiswick High Rd, Chiswick, London, W4 2DR
Antiquarian, rare and second hand books.
Opening hours: 10.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Only the front room of the shop (18th century, narrow, old door frames)
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID
Shop online: https://www.fosterbooks.co.uk/
Selling old and rare books in Chiswick for 55 years. We lean to the arts, with childrens, illustrated, fine binding and first editions.
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84b Whitechapel High St, London E1 7QX
Opening hours: 12pm - 6pm Mon - Sat, 12pm - 4pm Sun
Accessibility: Our downstairs shop is ramp accessible via the main entrance
Perks:
Freedom Bookshop maintains the oldest and largest specialist anarchist bookshop in Britain. Alongside our own extensive back catalogue of classic works we stock thousands of books, newspapers and pamphlets on everything from history to sex, philosophy to workers’ struggles, fiction to anti- fascism, as well as the latest magazines, periodicals and newsletters from all the major anarchist and radical groups.
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66 Marchmont St, London WC1N 1AB
New books.
Opening hours: 11am - 6pm Tues - Sat, 1pm - 6pm Sun, closed Mon
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible
Shop online: https://www.gaystheword.co.uk/bookshop
The UK's Original, Independent LGBT+ Community Bookshop (if it ain't queer, it ain't here)
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1 Portsmouth St, London WC2A 2ES
Opening hours: 10am - 7pm Mon - Weds, 10 - 5.30pm Thurs & Fri, 12 - 4pm Sat & Sun
Accessibility: wheelchair accessibleAt The Gilded Acorn, we aspire to be the world’s most sustainable bookshop.
We sell sustainable books, about sustainability, in a sustainable way.
Fiercely independent, we are proud to have served our local communities since 1994
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Downloadable itinerary: Bookshop Explorer Challenge
23-27 Cecil Ct, London WC2N 4EZ
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Fri, 11am - 5pm Sat, closed Sun
Our mission is to provide signed hardback first edition books in our central London bookshop and online; ensuring an expert, knowledgeable team and carefully curated range are at the heart of our business, delivering the best book-buying experience for every customer.
1 Berwick St, W1F 0DR
New comics and graphic novels.
Opening hours: 10.30am - 7pm Monday - Sunday
Shop online: https://www.goshlondon.com.
Accessibility: Ground floor is wheelchair accessible but basement isn't.
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID card
Shop online: https://goshlondon.com/
With a 40-year track record in the industry and enthusiastic, knowledgeable staff, Gosh! Comics remains London’s must-visit store for those who love the medium. Our range of graphic novels is second to none, and we’re always striving to source new and interesting product, whatever the genre. From translated European albums to mainstream superhero antics; stylish children’s books to contemporary graphic fiction; compulsively readable manga to cutting edge small press: we’ve got something for everyone.
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277 Greenwich High Rd, London SE10 8NB
Remainder books
Opening hours: 10.30am - 6pm Mon - Sun
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Downloadable itinerary: Greenwich & Blackheath
112 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 5EJ
Opening hours: Fri - Sun 11am - 4.30pm
Accessibility: Ground floor is accessible to wheelchair users but lower floors aren't
Guanghwa Bookshop on Shaftsbury Avenue has been a destination for travelling book lovers since it was founded in 1971. It has long-served as a literary hub for Chinese residents of London, tourists, oriental enthusiasts, and even notable academics.
Today, over 5000 tomes of all stripes are sold at Guanghwa, from novels, prose, herbal medicine and martial arts, to history and philosophy. English speakers will delight in their beautiful coffee-table worthy art books and Chinese language learning aids. They sell beautifully illustrated children’s books too and welcome Chinese authors for book signings.
Guanghwa is also an arts and crafts supplier, retailing all manner of exquisite traditional Asian calligraphy accoutrements, delicate handmade paper cuttings, postcards and stationery.
Far more than just a bookshop, Guanghwa is an all-round Chinese culture centre hosting regular art workshops and other cultural events.
With an extensive network of suppliers across Asia, Guanghwa is lucky enough to source super rare and unusual titles and products from all over the Far East, so you’re guaranteed to discover something unique.
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266 Lee High Rd, London SE13 5PL
Opening hours: 9am - 5pm Mon - Fri, closed Sat & Sun
We are an established family-run secondhand bookshop in Lee. We have 40,000 books available in our shop or online for home delivery. We have books to suit all tastes and budgets. We also buy and sell postcards and records. Our shop on Lee High Road has books, coffee and a selection of specialty teas available. You also can benefit from free Wi-Fi.
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Downloadable itinerary: Greenwich & Blackheath
187 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LE
Opening hours: 9.30am - 8pm Mon - Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
Accessibility: Lift is currently being rebuilt until the end of April
The oldest bookshop in the UK, we have been a haunt of the literary world since Jane Austen bought The Castle of Otranto from us. Hatchards has five floors of books with great fiction, art, children's and history, and an extensive events programme.
72 Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0BB
Opening hours: 10.30am - 7.30pm Mon - Sat, closed Sun
Henry Pordes Books is a bookshop specialising in rare, modern and antiquarian books.
289 Railton Rd, London SE24 0LY
New books.
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm Tues - Sat, 10am - 4pm Sun, closed Mon
Accessibility: Small but step free access throughout
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID card
Shop online: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/HerneHillBooks
We are Herne Hill Books, little sister of Clapham Books. We are small but we contain wonders!
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174 Blackstock Rd, London N5 1HA
Opening hours: 11am - 5pm Sun - Fri, 9.30am - 6pm Sat
Accessibility: not wheelchair accessible
House of Hodge is one of London’s best-loved secondhand bookshops: a treasure trove of wall-to-wall books, each one curated to fit into this tiny slice of paradise. The impressive selection ranges from contemporary fiction, to the classics, through to unusual history tomes, seminal works in psychology and current affairs, graphic novels, traditional craft books and a remarkable range of art and photography.
5 Caledonian Rd, N1 9DY
Opening hours: 11am - 6.30pm Fri & Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
Accessibility: main shop floor is wheelchair accessible, back section of the shop has two steps and downstairs is not accessible.
Perks: 20% discount and free tote bag on production of bookshop crawl ID
Shop online: www.housmans.com/shop.
Housmans Bookshop is a radical bookseller based in King's Cross since 1959. We specialise in topics like feminism, LGBTQ+ politics, anti-racism, socialism, anarchism and more.
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99 East Rd, London N1 6AQ
New books
Opening hours: 11am - 7pm Tues - Sun, closed Mon
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID
A small and personal selection of books tucked inside a contemporary art gallery.
Ranelagh Gardens, 91 Fulham High St, London SW6 3JS
Opening hours: 9am - 6pm Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat & Sun
Accessibility: not wheelchair accessible
We like to claim that Hurlingham Books is possibly the oldest independent bookshop in South West London. The owner, Ray Cole was inspired to open the shop in 1968. His love of books, and people means that, to this day, he's still the first to open our doors every morning! If you love books as much as he does, our shop is the place to visit.
We have a huge warehouse in Fulham , 10 mins from the bookshop, where we hold over 2 million books. Also by appointment open to view.
202 Preston Rd, Wembley HA9 8PA
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, closed Sun
Accessibility: fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs
'At IHRC Bookshop and Gallery we have something for everyone. Our books include children's titles, politics, history, poetry, economics, philosophy as well as a special focus on decolonial and religious studies.
We also have artwork, poster prints and original art pieces from around the world. You can find us on Twitter at @ihrcbookshop and Instagram at ihrc.org.uk.
84 Highbury Park, London N5 2XE
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 12am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Big step to get in but step free access and accessible toilets once inside.
Perks: Free bookmarks and a talk about the shop
Amenities: Cafe/bar serving drinks, small (cold) toilet
WE LOVE STORIES...and suspect you do too. We don't want you to forget what a good independent bookshop looks, feels and smells like: nor do we want you to forget the tiny, perfect pleasure of browsing a stunning array of brand new books. We believe that books should be beautiful and so should our shop: it should be warm, well-lit, welcoming and a little bit buzzy, a place that makes you pause and smile when you walk through the front door. Come and see us soon. Ink@84 opened in December 2015 and is the love-child of the artist Tessa Shaw and the author Betsy Tobin.
247 Globe Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 0HU
Opening hours: 12pm - 6pm Mon - Fri, 10.30-5.30pm Sat, Closed Sun
Welcome to Jambala, the London Buddhist Centre's second hand bookshop and a right livelihood business. We sell all kinds of second hand books, records, CDs, DVDs, videos and cassettes. We also sell cards, jewellery (costume, gold and silver), bric-a-brac and some musical instruments.
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10 Blacklands Terrace, London SW3 2SR
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: People with pushchairs and wheelchair users usually find navigating our main floor quite easy, although there is a step that divides two of the rooms. Unfortunately, however, owing to the age and size of the shop upstairs and downstairs are not accessible. We are happy for people to leave pushchairs on the main floor.
Shop online:https://johnsandoe.com/books/
John Sandoe opened his tiny Chelsea shop in 1957 with Félicité Gwynne, sister of the cookery writer Elizabeth David. We now occupy the two adjacent old shops too, with room for some 30,000 titles. Books are everywhere. An old customer, recollecting the shop’s earliest days, said that Sandoe’s had “all the books one could ever hope to find in one place”: the shop has grown but the ethos remains the same.
82 Marchmont St, London WC1N 1AG
Opening hours: 11am - 7pm Mon - Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
Accessibility: Level access but congested inside
Perks: Free sweeties with purchases on production of bookshop crawl ID card
We have been trading over two floors in this shop for over 30 years selling secondhand and remaindered books on the Arts and Social Sciences
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1-3 Flask Walk, London NW3 1HJ
Opening hours: 11am - 5pm Mon - Sun
Keith Fawkes secondhand bookshop and antique store is located on the delightful Flask Walk in London's charming Hampstead neighborhood. A former chemist shop and greengrocer's, Keith Fawkes is filled with used books of every description. The owner Mr Fawkes, a direct descendent of Guy, has a passion for archaeology, history, antiques, and books. The iconic shop with its engaging sidewalk and shopfront displays has been trading for nearly six decades.
1-2 Station Approach, London TW9 3QB
New books
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Level access but very tiny inside
Perks: 10% discount and some free book related freebies with purchases on production of bookshop crawl ID
Shop online: https://www.hewsonbooks.co.uk/ourbooks
An independent bookshop in leafy Kew, small but full of books!
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272 Kirkdale, London SE26 4RS
Opening hours: 9am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 12-4pm Sun
Kirkdale Bookshop is probably the oldest independent bookshop in South East London, having opened in 1966! We have gradually expanded over the years and now have an extensive range of new and second-hand books over two floors, as well as a children’s section at the back of the shop. Apart from books, we have a beautiful range of greetings cards and wrapping paper alongside an excellent and ever changing selection of gifts, including candles, bookmarks, mugs, soaps & hand creams. Our book selection caters to all readers and we try and keep it well stocked with books that reflect the world around us by supporting and stocking works by authors of colour and LGBTQIA+ authors.
4a Grove Lane, SE5 8SY
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm Tues - Sat, 11am -5pm Sun, closed Mon
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, but it may not be comfortable when a large group is visiting the store due to space constraints.
Perks: Bookshop crawlers are welcome to raid our proof box - there's some serious gems in there.
Lala Books is a new(ish) independent bookshop in beautiful Camberwell, south London. We offer an evolving selection of books, magazines and zines. We hope you'll leave with something special.
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9 Mortlake Terrace, Richmond TW9 3DT
Opening hours: 10am - 4pm Tues - Fri, 10am - 5pm Sat, closed Sun & Mon
Accessibility: not wheelchair or pushchair accessible due to size.
Perks: 10% discount on books on production of bookshop crawl ID card
Lloyds of Kew is lined floor to ceiling with vintage books, from second hand paperback fiction to rare and beautiful hardcover volumes. The perfect place to browse for an unusual gift for a booklover, or just to find that excellent read.
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On Teddington & Richmond group route
65 Hanbury St, London E1 5JL
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Tues - Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
Shop online: https://www.libreria-subscribe.com/shop
Every aspect of Libreria is designed to help you discover new books and ideas, and encourage interdisciplinary thinking.
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On Shoreditch & Brick Lane group route
14-16 Bury Pl, London WC1A 2JL
Opening hours: 10am - 6.30pm Mon - Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
Opened in 2003 by the London Review of Books in the heart of Bloomsbury, just a Rosetta Stone’s throw from the British Museum, the London Review Bookshop has now established itself as an essential part of the capital’s cultural life, a place for people who love books to meet, talk, drink excellent tea and coffee, consume delicious food from the cake shop, and of course, browse.
Our selection of around 20,000 titles ranges from the classics of world literature to the cutting edge of contemporary fiction and poetry, not forgetting a copious display of history, politics, philosophy, cookery, essays, children’s books, science and natural history.
Our aim has always been to represent on our shelves the distinctive character of the Review – intelligent without being pompous; engaged without being partisan; fun without being frivolous.
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196A Piccadilly, London W1J 9EY
Opening hours: 10.30am - 7pm Mon - Wed, 10.30am - 9pm Thurs - Sat, 12 - 6pm Sun
Originally a banking hall designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens in 1922, the Grade II–listed building is now home to the Assouline cultural lifestyle hub. Browse the expertly curated bookshelves filled with the latest Assouline releases and rare first editions of classic titles and discover monthly pop-up themed exhibitions.​
46 Curzon St, London W1J 7UH
48 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3DR
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5pm Mon - Fri, closed sat & Sun
Established in 1853, Maggs Bros. Ltd. is one of the world’s largest antiquarian booksellers. Serious about books without being stuffy, we are proud of our traditions and history but are continually looking to the future. We embrace the new age of information technology, and combine with it a continuity which has seen us deal with successive generations of collectors and with libraries over many decades
16 Cecil Ct, Charing Cross Rd, London WC2N 4HE
Opening hours: 10.30am - 6.30pm Mon - Sat, closed Sun
Shop online: https://www.marchpanebooks.com/
Marchpane opened in August 1989 and is the premier specialist in collectable children's and illustrated books in London. We have books from the eighteenth century to the present day; and one of the largest selections of books by and about Lewis Carroll with many hundreds of different illustrated and translated versions of Alice in Wonderland, and Through the Looking-Glass on our shelves.
43 Holland St, London SE1 9JR
Opening hours: 12pm - 4pm Mon - Sun
We specialise in out of print, second-hand and rare books on 20th century and contemporary art, photography, architecture and design; including monographs, exhibition catalogues, artists’ books, private view invitation cards, ephemera, periodicals, prints, posters and original artworks.
As well as rare and unique items ranging from £10 to £3000 we always have a constantly changing stock of inexpensive publications starting at £1.
126 Norwood High St, Norwood, London SE27 9NH
Accessibility: Step at the front of the shop
Melanin Dreams Bookstore is a literary haven that celebrates diversity and inclusivity. Our carefully curated collection of books shines a spotlight on black and brown protagonists, offering readers a rich tapestry of stories that reflect their own experiences and open windows into new worlds. From powerful narratives that explore identity and culture to whimsical tales that ignite the imagination, we believe that every child should find themselves within the pages of a book. Step into Melanin Magic Bookstore and embark on a journey where the magic of melanin takes center stage, one story at a time.
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1A Morocco St, London SE1 3HB
Opening hours: 10am - 7pm Mon, 10am - 10pm Tues & Wed, 10am - 11pm Thurs & Fri, 11am - 11pm Sat, 11am-7pm Sun
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Morocco Bound is a community focussed, independent bookshop/beer shop/events space in Bermondsey, South East London. We host many events led by a range of creatives such as musicians, authors, poets and artists, creating a supportive environment whilst connecting a local network of collaborators and friends.
300 Stanstead Rd, London SE23 1DE
New books.
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 4pm Sun
Accessibility: Step free access throughout
We aim to stock a fully integrated range of books in our shop, reflecting London's diverse population in terms of gender, ethnicity, class, disability, socio-economic status, sexual-orientation and culture.
The range will develop as a work in progress, highlighting the best books that are currently available and helping to support emerging authors and illustrators from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences.
190 Fortis Green Rd, Muswell Hill, N10 3DU
Opening hours: 11am - 5pm Mon - Weds, 11am - 6pm Thurs & Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat, 11am - 4pm Sun
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Perks: 15% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID
Muswell Hill Books & Parlour — formerly Boom Cat Camden and Black Gull Finchley — brings together the spirit of two beloved bookshops under one roof. We offer a carefully curated selection of used and antiquarian books, alongside new work from writers we find bold, original, and inspiring. You’ll also find vinyl records and music-inspired art that celebrate our love of sound and story.
Our Parlour Room hosts literary events, spoken word nights, and creative classes. The Parlour is available for hire to anybody who wants to use it for creative endeavours.
National Theatre, London SE1 9PX
Opening hours: 10am - 9.30pm Tues - Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat & Mon, closed Sun
Every purchase supports the work of the National Theatre. Shop from the latest plays, books on theatre and the performing-arts, as well as unique gifts
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76 Stroud Green Rd, Finsbury Park, London N4 3EN
Opening hours: 12pm - 6pm Fri - Sun, closed Mon - Thurs
Bookseller with works from Caribbean, Black British, African and African American authors.
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743-745 Barking Rd, London E13 9ER
New books.
Opening hours: 10am -5pm Tues - Sat, closed Sun & Mon
Accessibility: Step free access throughout
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID card
We have a children’s shop and an adult shop interlinked.
781 Fulham Rd., London SW6 5HA
​New books.
Opening hours: 11am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: fully accessible for wheelchair users and pushchairs but no accessible toilets
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID card
Shop online: https://nomadbooks.co.uk/shop/
Nomad Books is a friendly and beautiful bookshop on the Fulham Road, that has recently celebrated being open for 35 years. We have a large and spacious children's section where we run lots of events, and our staff our always happy to recommend the books they love.
32 Pembridge Rd, London W11 3HN
Opening hours: 10am - 8pm Mon - Sun
Accessibility: not accessible for wheelchair users
Perks:
An eclectic store with a wide range of bargain as well as rare and hard-to-find second-hand books and comics.
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13 Blenheim Cres, London W11 2EE
New books
Opening hours: 9am - 7pm Mon - Sun
Accessibility: accessible for one wheelchair at a time due to narrow aisles
Located in the heart of beautiful Notting Hill, minutes from the vibrant Portobello Market is the world famous Notting Hill Bookshop.
These days we concentrate on beautiful gift editions, irresistible pocket hardbacks, satin-bound classics and a wide range of golden gilt leather-bounds.
Another area of special focus is the children's section, housed under a charming glass roof in a cosy part of the shop. We take pride in our wide range of carefully curated titles as well as educational toys and gifts. We strongly believe in encouraging readership early and our staff is always at hand to offer advice to children and parents alike.
In 1999 the bookshop became famous after its interior had been copied in the Notting Hill film featuring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts. Ever since the premiere we've enjoyed visits from thousands of fans of the film coming from all over the world.
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50 Cross St, N1 2BA
Opening hours: 10.30am - 6.30pm Weds - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun, closed Mon & Tues
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Perks: Free sticker and sweets with bookshop crawl ID
Of Books and Love is a cozy romantic bookstore in the heart of Islington. We're specialised in romance and fantasy, making it the perfect place to fall in love with your next book boyfriend.
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10 King St, Richmond TW9 1ND
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
We are an independent bookshop in Richmond, since 1987.
We have a large range of stock, and can also order books over the phone (020 8940 1802), by email (theopenbook@btconnect.com), or in person.
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207-209 Kentish Town Rd, London NW5 2JU
Opening hours: 9am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 6pm Sun
The Owl Bookshop is a well established general bookshop in Kentish Town selling a good range of current and classic titles. With a large children's section the Owl is popular with local families and schools.
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166 Balham High Rd, London SW12 9BW
Opening hours: 10am -6pm Fri & Sat, closed Sun.
Accessibility: Ground floor is accessible
Oxfam is a community bookshop in Balham since 2012
with wide-ranging & eclectic stock. We particularly specialise in poetry, foreign literature, cookery, music and film. Our online list of around 2,000 rare & unusual volumes will also be available to purchase in the shop during the w/end. We recommend you browse online prior to your visit.
Bloomsbury Plaza, 12 Bloomsbury St, London WC1B 3QA
Second hand books.
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Thurs & Sat, 10.30am - 6.30pm Fri, 12pm - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: level access but narrow aisles, high shelves and tight corners
Shop online: https://onlineshop.oxfam.org.uk/.
Oxfam Bloomsbury is Oxfam's flagship bookshop, in the very heart of literary London. The shop is barely a minute away from the British Museum and five minutes from Soho. We offer a huge range, with a large specialist art section, rare and collectable, academic, fiction and CDs and vinyl to name but a few. Oxfam is the UK's largest second hand bookseller and we have something for everyone, so come and browse!
89 Camden High St, London NW1 7JL
Opening hours: 11am - 5pm Mon - Sat, closed Sun
Accessibility: Accessible for wheelchair users
We opened in September 2024, previously being an Oxfam that sold clothes and bric-a-brac. Converting the shop, which was entirely volunteer-run for over a year, has been a huge process – from physical aspects like removing thousands of items of clothing and changing the shelving, to building up our team and training them to price, sort and sell books – but getting to create the shop and watch it flourish is one of the most rewarding experiences you could ask for. We’ve been really lucky to have taken on dozens of brilliant new volunteers, as well as the team members from before who stuck around and helped literally build the shop, but we’re always looking to expand: since we converted we’ve gone from opening 4 days a week to 7 and have recently started selling online too!
22 Park Rd, London N8 8TD
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Fully accessible
The best place in Crouch End for pre-loved books, plus CD's, vinyl and DVD's. Come and browse our great collection, from popular crime fiction to graphic novels and kids' classics to exploring the history of London. We are wheelchair accessible and follow up to the minute Covid advice.
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1 The Grn, London W5 5DA
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 4pm Sun
Perks:
We are a secondhand bookshop located in Ealing. Explore our like new, preloved, vintage & collectible books, where you will find something for everyone!
Accessibility: We are completely wheelchair friendly and dog friendly.
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2 College Approach, London SE10 9HY
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Fri & Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: not wheelchair accessible
We consider ourselves a bookshop first and charity shop second!! Our shop is brim full of juicy second hand books! Our team carefully curate everything and are book enthusiasts! From fiction to philosophy we have something for everyone
45 Heath St, London NW3 6UA
Opening hours: 10.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 1pm - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Shop is wheelchair accessible.
We are a small and cosy charity bookshop situated next to the beautiful Hampstead Heath and a dozen lovely high street cafes. Thanks to our superb location, we receive loads of donations from the local residents and pride ourselves on a large selection of good quality second-hand art, antiquarian, fiction, travel, cookery, history and children’s books. We also have a music department stocking CDs, DVDs, Sheet Music and a good quality vinyl selection of various genres. Being a part of Oxfam family of charity shops, we have affordable prices, noble goals behind our business and a dedicated team of volunteers, who are passionate about literature, always happy to chat and will be delighted to look after your dog while you are browsing.
20 Half Moon Ln, London SE24 9HU
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Fri, 11am - 4pm Sat & Sun
A bight and vibrant space full of interesting and beautiful books! Our staff and volunteers are committed to presenting the best of the wonderful donations that we receive. Our shop is full of brilliant preloved books, as well as Oxfam sourced cards and new products. All our work supports Oxfam projects locally and internationally. Come and visit us and find your next special book today!
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48 Upper St, London N1 0PN
Second hand books
Opening hours: 10.30am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11.30am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Ground floor is wheelchair accessible
We are a quirky London town house full of beautiful , eclectic second hand books; from the newest BookTok offering to specialist poetry, art or children's books and everything in between!
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47 Highgate High St, London N6 5JX
Opening hours: 10.30am -5.30pm Tues - Sat, 11am -4pm Sun, closed Mon
We are a warm and friendly village second hand bookshop, run by people who are passionate about books and music. Our stock covers a wide range of titles both fictional and factual, with our key areas being: Art, Rare Books/Collectables, Classic Literature, Fiction, History, Cookery and Children's Books. The shop also has a good Music section, selling Rock/Pop/Jazz and Classical vinyl, CDs and DVDs, plus Sheet Music and Scores. We stock a great range of greetings cards and also stock Fairtrade chocolate.
166 Kentish Town Rd, London NW5 2AG
Opening hours: 9.30am -5.30pm Mon - Fri, 9.30am - 4.30pm Sat & Sun
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30 Old London Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT2 6QF
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5pm Mon - Sat, closed Sun
Accessibility: The lower half of the bookshop is wheelchair friendly, but it would be a tight squeeze as we are very small.
Kingston's ONLY charity bookshop, filled to the rafters with quality used books (& vinyl too).
170 Portobello Rd, London W11 2EB
Second hand books
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, closed Sun
Accessibility: level access
Perks: Free postcard with every purchase
Right in the heart of Portobello Market, discover pre-loved books and music at the Oxfam Portobello Road Bookshop. All our stock comes from the local community, and all our sales go towards helping people beat poverty around the world.
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378 Muswell Hill Broadway, Muswell Hill, London N10 1DJ
Opening Hours: 10.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
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90 Turnham Green Terrace, Chiswick, London W4 1QN
Second hand books
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 12pm - 5pm Sun
One of the best Oxfam Bookshops in London, fabulous fiction, art and kids with a variety of other genres. We also stock vinyl and CDs.
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34 Strutton Ground, London SW1P 2HR
Second hand books
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 12.30 - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
We are a second-hand books & music shop in the heart of Westminster. We specialise in history, art, politics & antiquarian, but we have all the current fiction, and, of course, all the classics too. Additionally, we sell select homewares and consumables, all brand-new, as part of our Sourced By Oxfam range.
1, Clock House Parade, High Street Wanstead, London E11 2AG
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 10am - 5pm Sun
70 Lower Clapton Rd, Lower Clapton, London E5 0RN
Opening hours: 11am - 6pm Mon - Fri & Sun, 10am - 6pm Sat
Accessibility: Ground floor is wheelchair accessible, basement is not.
Opened in 2008, Pages of Hackney is a small award-winning bookshop on the Lower Clapton Road. We sell an eclectic mix of books in the areas of literary fiction, politics, feminism, essays and life writing as well as philosophy, psychology, nature writing, music and children’s books. Our priority is to be a friendly, welcoming community bookshop that feels accessible and inclusive: we want each customer to feel that the bookshop is for them, and we do our best to give our customers individually as much time and thought as we can. It’s also important to us to support the issues and authors we believe in, and to give a platform to marginalised voices in publishing.
Since 2015, our basement has been home to Fields Books and features an incredible selection of second-hand books carefully curated by Patrick Mills, who specialises in crime fiction in addition to a wide range of fiction and non-fiction areas.
18 Calvert Ave, London E2 7JP
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Our award-winning social enterprise coffee shop serves specialty coffee, tea, and snacks.
It’s also a training ground for the next generation of baristas. Our training programme for people in recovery from addiction helps them learn new skills, gain work experience and move closer to a more fulfilling way of life.
We also sell a curated selection of second-hand & vintage items including clothes, books, homeware, and accessories.
All profits support people in recovery from addiction & homelessness.
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Ham Parade, 406 Richmond Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT2 5PU
Opening hours: 10am -6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: fully accessible
I opened the shop in November 2020 during the pandemic. It was a realisation of a 40 year dream. We are a general independent book, the only one in Kingston Upon Thames located on the border of Richmond and Kingston. We have Ham house and the Richmond Park nearby.
25 Half Moon Ln, London SE24 9JU
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm Sunday
Accessibility: The main are of our shop is accessible with a small step at our front door that can be managed by wheelchairs and pushchairs. Our small back room is up 4 steps so is not accessible
Perks: 10% discount on books on production of bookshop crawl ID card and biscuits too
Based in the heart of Herne Hill, The Paper Cat is a new independent children's bookshop - we've just turned one! -providing beautiful and inclusive books for every stage of childhood, including up to teen and YA.
We host regular author events in the shop as well as taking authors into schools and every year we work with the brilliant Stepping into Stories team to bring this annual kids literature festival to life in Herne Hill.
If you are looking for a specific book just give us a call or drop us an email and one of our friendly booksellers would be happy to help.
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156 Francis Road, E10 6NT
Opening Hours: 10am - 6pm Mon & Tues, Thurs - Sun, closed Weds
Accessibility: fully accessible for wheelchair users.
Proudly serving Books. Booze. Coffee since 2017.
Once upon a time, in a different location and with a different generation, Phlox was born.
Today we can be found in East London offering the best selection of fiction, non-fiction and children’s book in our bright and airy Victorian shop on a pedestrianised street.
We live by the ‘books.booze.coffee’ mantra and have paired our beautiful books with a fully integrated bar/café serving locally roasted Allpress Coffee, craft beers and delicious natural wines.
10 Middle Ln, London N8 8PL
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Sun
Accessibility: Step free access throughout, including to events space at the back of the shop
Shop online: https://www.pickledpepperbooks.co.uk/collections/view-all-childrens-books
Pickled Pepper Books is a children’s specialist bookshop and events space hosting authors, illustrators, classes and theatre daily!
141 Pitshanger Ln, London W5 1RH
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm Tues - Fri, 10am - 4pm Sat, closed Sun
Our independent bookshop is located on lovely, leafy Pitshanger Lane. We stock over 3000 titles, and can order hundreds of thousands more in just 24 hours.
Lush Spa, Floor 1, 175-179 Oxford St, London W1D 2JS
Opening hours: 10am - 9pm Mon - Sat, 12 - 6pm Sun
Accessibility: via a lift (we are on the first floor of Lush on Oxford Street)
Perks: Award-winning poet Jen Feroze will be joining us with her trusty vintage typewriter for the Bookshop Crawl this February. Drop in for a chat, and she’ll create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind poem just for you - written on the spot, capturing your stories and emotions and turning them into a unique keepsake.
The Poetry Pharmacy stocks books of poetry, philosophy, psychology and nature, all with an emphasis on the promotion of good mental health. It hosts a range of literary events, including bespoke typewriter poetry and book launch parties. It has its own Dispensary Coffee Shop which serves freshly ground coffee, a range of delightful teas and delicious cakes. It's located on the first floor of Lush on Oxford Street.
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134 Regent's Park Rd, London NW1 8XL
Opening hours: 9.30am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am -6pm Sun
Primrose Hill Books is one of London’s leading independent bookshop, established as a family business for more than thirty years.
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90 Hoe St, London E17 4QS
Opening hours: 10-6pm Saturday 10 - 4pm Sunday
Public Knowledge Books is a distributor of books and magazines, working with eminent and emerging international publishers. Our fields of interest range from Architecture to Poetry, Activism to Food. We champion underground culture, under-represented and minority voices.
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5a Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2TA
Opening hours: 10am - 9pm Friday, 10am - 5pm Saturday, closed Sunday
Accessibility: No step free access
The Pushkin House Bookshop is the first English/Russian bilingual bookshop in the UK. We share a carefully curated range of books which is unique among independent bookshops in the UK.
Our English-language section specialises in culture, history, politics, visual arts and literature in translation from Russia, Ukraine, the Baltics, the Caucasus and Central Asia. Our new Russian-language section includes classic & contemporary literature, non-fiction and children's books.
The bookshop is part of Pushkin House, an arts, cultural and social space that explores, challenges and debates Russian culture and identity today.
679 High Rd. Leyton, London E10 6RA
Opening hours: 9am - 5pm Weds - Sat, closed Sun - Tues
Quinto Bookshop is a bricks and mortar bookshop in East London. We sell second hand and collectible books. Most subjects are covered, but we are especially strong on literature (both paperbacks and first and rare editions), music and photography.
We are proud of our history as a renowned second hand bookshop, trading many years on the famous Charing Cross Road. In 2020 the Charing Cross Road shop closed down. After a period of trading online only, we opened our new premises in June 2024.
87 Salusbury Rd, London NW6 6NH
Opening hours: 9am -7pm Mon - Fri, 9am -6.30pm Sat, 10am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible.
Since 1994 we’ve been selling, recommending and drooling over books. Fiercely independent and family-owned, we place excellent service at the epicentre of all our offerings, from regular free author talks to book launches, reading groups and schools events.
We pride ourselves on our recommendations, from what to read on the beach, who’s hip, who’s not, how to kick-start the imagination of a child or set up baby’s little library.
26 Red Lion St, Richmond TW9 1RW
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
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Comics shop
131 Bellenden Rd, London SE15 4QY
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm Tues - Sat, 11-5pm Sun
Accessibility: front room is accessible by wheelchair and pushchair. Back room has one step up.
Perks: Free bookmarks with purchase on production of bookshop crawl ID card
We're a generalist with a focus on contemporary literary fiction - and the best of the rest (kids, nature, history, life stories, cooking, art, music...)
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15, Hay's Galleria, Tooley St, London SE1 2QN
Opening hours: 9.30am - 5.30pm Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm Saturday, 11am - 5pm Sunday
Accessibility: Ground floor has step free access and staff can assist with anything from upstairs.
The Riverside Bookshop is a proudly independent bookshop in London Bridge established in 1987. We stock a mix of new releases and your favourite fiction, nonfiction, classics, poetry, and children’s titles. We also offer a broad and fun selection of cards, gift wraps, and Jellycat toys.
73 Granville Arcade, Brixton Village, Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS
Opening hours: 11am - 5.30pm Mon - Fri & Sun, 9.30am - 5.30pm Sat
It all started with a party
It’s true. The original bookshop was a pop-up to celebrate KNIGHTS OF turning one year – the team wanted to do something unique - and an inclusive pop-up on Coldharbour Lane, Brixton opened for a week. The response was overwhelming – loudest was the call for a permanent space - after a crowdfund caught the imagination of readers across the world, we began planning how to launch a permanent store.
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47 N Cross Rd, London SE22 9ET
Opening hours: 10am -5pm Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm Sun
Cafe Bookshop, opened in 2011, come by and have a coffee! Bookshop dog named George.
236 Westbourne Park Rd, W11 1EL
Opening hours: 11.30am - 6.30pm Tues - Fri, 10am - 6pm Sat, 10am - 5pm Sun
Saucy Books is London's first romance-only bookstore. Discover saucy reads, romantasy, and BookTok favorites in-store and online
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73 Granville Arcade, Brixton Village, Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS
Opening hours: 11.30am - 5pm Mon - Fri, 11.30am - 6pm Sat, closed Sun
Accessibility: High step at the entrance.
Shalimar Books is the leading distributor of South Asian books in the UK.
With over 50 years of specialisation, our long association with publishers and distributors in India and the UK enables us to provide an extensive range on all subjects, and from a wide range of publishers.
We supply books to schools, libraries and bookshops, and directly to the public at our bookshop in London as well as through our website: www.indianbooksuk.com
We also offer a unique collection of fair-trade Indian art, textiles and handmade craft products at our showroom.
66 The Brunswick off, Marchmont St, London WC1N 1AE
Opening hours: 10.30am - 7.30pm Mon - Sat, 10.30am - 6pm Sun
Shop online: www.skoob.com
Accessibility: Basement shop accessible by lift
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID
Shop online: www.psychobabel.co.uk
Home to London’s broadest selection of second-hand academic books, the UK’s widest range in Philosophy and large collections of Modern Literature, Art, History, Politics, Economics, Classics, Science and Technology. Skoob provides a friendly, knowledgeable, reliable and well-stocked shop with over 70,000 titles in stock and a further 65,000 available from their online catalogue.
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40 Chiswick Ln, Chiswick, London W4 2JQ
Opening hours: 1 - 6pm Thurs & Fri, 11 - 5pm Sat
Accessibility: Fully accessible.
Perks: 10% discount on production of Bookshop Crawl ID Card
The Small Library Company Bookshop is the cosiest book shop in Chiswick. We stock preloved books including fiction, classics, philosophy, art, biography, history and aviation as well as many other quirky out of print items. The shop is open on Thursdays 1-6pm, Fridays 1-6 pm and Saturdays 11-5pm and double up as the store and work room for our online company. We aim to sell first editions in very good condition. Many of our books are signed by the author.
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239A Fulham Rd., London SW3 6HY
Opening hours: 11am - 7pm Tues - Sat, Closed Sun & Mon
Accessibility: Ground floor yes, upper floors no - there are three floors of books and the shop is too small for a lift. We are however more than happy to help any customers by finding and bringing books to them.
Please Note - only groups of 5 at a time due to space constraints.
We are antiquarian and rare booksellers based in central London. We have been established for forty years and specialise in English and Continental books printed before and up to the mid 1600s, as well as medieval and renaissance manuscripts. We are known for the accuracy and depth of our descriptions and for the quality of our copies, usually in contemporary or fine bindings.
18 Upper Brook St, London W1K 7PU
Opening hours: 9.30am - 6pm Mon - Fri, 10am - 4pm Sat, closed Sun.
One of the longest established antiquarian booksellers in the world, founded in 1761.
Waterloo Bridge, London SE1 8TX
Opening hours: 10am - 7pm daily
First opened on 2 July 1983, the South Bank Book Market was the brainchild of Leslie Hardcastle, the then controller of the BFI. Conceived to bring some life to the dark and empty space beneath Waterloo Bridge, the market has been present ever since, becoming part of the Southbank Centre in 2001.
The Book Market is made up of a collection of eight different stalls, whose wares range from contemporary fiction and children’s books, to vintage and antiquarian editions, and also maps, prints and postcards.​
22 Thurloe St, South Kensington, London SW7 2LT
Opening hours: 10am - 8pm Mon - Fri, 11am - 7pm Sat, 12pm - 7pm Sun
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Independent bookshop in the heart of South Kensington. A great range of books particularly in Art, History with a great 3 for £12 fiction section. A lot of books offered at reduced prices and a great mix of quirky and literary offerings.
65 Peckham Rd, London SE5 8UH
Opening hours: closed Mon, 12 -6pm Tues (gallery closed), 12-9pm Weds, 12-6pm Thurs & Fri, 11 - 6pm Sat & Sun (gallery 12 - 6pm)
Cafe & public toilets
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible but small
An independent bookshop located within the free-to-access South London Gallery, between Peckham and Camberwell, since 2010. We sell fiction and poetry, creative non-fiction, essays, philosophy, political writing, children’s books, SLG publications, artists' editions and the broadest range of independently published literature we can manage. In addition, we stock gifts and stationery, where we try to prioritise local makers.
7 Mercer Walk, London WC2H 9FA
Opening hours: 9am -6pm Mon - Weds, 9am -7pm Thurs - Sat, 12pm - 6pm Sun
Accessibility: Fully wheelchair and pushchair accessible. Lift to access basement, please ask a staff member for help with this.
Covent Garden bookshop established in 1853 specialising in maps and travel books. We have been an essential first port of call for adventure and armchair travellers alike for more than a century. Our roll-call of customers past and present includes such famous names as Amy Johnson, David Livingstone, Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ernest Shackleton, Florence Nightingale, Ranulph Fiennes, Bill Bryson, Michael Palin, and even Sherlock Holmes.
159 Stoke Newington High St, London N16 0NY
Opening hours: 10am -6pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Accessibility: fully wheelchair accessible.
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID
We are an award-winning independent bookshop that's been a stalwart of the local community for 37 years
20-21 Bloomsbury Way, London WC1A 2TH
Opening hours: Friday 9.30am - 5pm, closed Sat & Sun
Accessibilty: Assisted wheelchair access via a ramp from the street which can be installed as required from the street entrance.
Shop online: https://www.swedenborg.org.uk/bookshop/.
The Swedenborg Society was set up in 1810 to translate the works of Swedish philosopher and scientist Emanuel Swedenborg. Swedenborg House has been in Bloomsbury since 1925 and contains all of Swedenborg's writings and books of those inspired by his works, as well as archives and a gallery.
6 Cecil Ct, London WC2N 4HE
Opening hours: 12pm - 6pm Tues - Sat, closed Sun & Mon
Tenderbooks is a space for independent publishing in Cecil Court, WC2.
The bookshop commissions a programme of regular events including signings, performance and installations by contemporary artists working with printed matter in expanded forms. We also curate displays of rare avant-garde print and ephemera.
33 Store St, London WC1E 7BS
pening hours: 12pm - 7pm Mon - Sun
Accessibility: Step free access throughout
Treadwell's is the thinking person's occult bookshop, in the heart of Bloomsbury's museum and university district. Friendly well-read booksellers advise on what to read: be it spiritualism, anthropology, tarot, witchcraft, weird fiction or cultural history
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Shop online: https://www.treadwells-london.com/
First opening its doors in 2003 at a small shopfront in Covent Garden, Treadwell's has flourished under the direction of it's founder and guiding spirit, Dr Christina Oakley-Harrington. It has grown in reputation and size, so much so that it relocated to Bloomsbury in 2011, just around the corner from the British Museum.
Treadwell's has always been a collective of friends and colleagues of common purpose. From the first day, friends have donated expertise, resources, old furniture and valuable advice. In less that two decades Treadwell's has become the beating heart of modern esoteric study. It offers a carefully curated selection of both old and new books; all are chosen with the experienced occultist, the curious academic, and the young student in mind.
42 Upper St, London N1 0PN
Opening hours: 9:30am - 6:30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 6pm Sun
308 Kennington Rd, London SE11 4LD
Opening hours: 8am - 3pm Mon - Fri, 9am - 3pm Sat & Sun
1D Calton Ave, London SE21 7DE
Opening hours: 9am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun
Village Books is a long-established, award-winning independent bookshop that started life in the 1930’s as the Gallery Bookshop and Lending Library.We aim to combine great books with good service – and we love the challenge of tracking down a half-remembered title. We can’t stock every title that’s in print – but we’ve got a fast, efficient ordering service with many thousands of titles available for next day delivery. Call us by 5.00pm and you can collect your order before lunch the following day. We can also source out of print and American titles.
Walden Books, 38 Harmood St, London NW1 8DP
Opening hours: 10.30am - 6.30pm Thurs - Sun, closed Mon - Weds
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible
Perks: free cup of tea or coffee if space/time/busyness allows on production of bookshop crawl ID
Established in 1979, we sell mainly, out of print, unusual, or not easily available, books on history of art, architecture, plus a good selection of modern and classic literature, philosophy plus decorative arts etc.. Large display outside the shop on trolleys. Note only second-hand, not new titles.
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19-21 Cecil Ct, London WC2N 4EZ
Opening hours: 11am - 6.30pm Mon - Sun
Established over 120 years ago, we are one of the world’s oldest
and leading independent bookshops specialising in esoterica.
Since our inception, Watkins holds a proud legacy of offering one of the world's largest selections of spiritual and esoteric literature. We stock titles on Eastern Philosophy and Western Esoterica, as well as a wide variety of contemporary forms of Mind, Body & Spirit related material.
277 W End Ln, London NW6 1QS
Opening hours: 9am - 7pm Mon - Fri, 9am - 6pm Sat, 10am - 5pm Sun
Family owned independent bookshop established in 1994.
77-82 Whitechapel High St, London E1 7QX
Opening hours: 11am - 6pm Tues, Weds & Fri - Sun, 11am - 9pm Thurs,
Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible
Perks: 10% discount on production of bookshop crawl ID card.
Buy beautifully illustrated books, the latest exhibition catalogues and art-inspired gifts in the Whitechapel Gallery bookshop.
Managed by Walther Koenig Books Ltd, the Whitechapel Gallery bookshop offers a wide range of titles on modern and contemporary art, photography, architecture and art theory.
For enquires about the Whitechapel Gallery bookshop please contact
E bookshop@whitechapelgallery.org / T +44 (0)20 7522 7897
40 High Street Wimbledon, London SW19 5AU
Opening hours: 10am - 5.30pm Mon - Sat, 11am - 5pm Sun.
Wimbledon Books is an independent bookshop founded in 1996. We stock adult fiction and non-fiction, local history, children's books, gift books, toys, games and stationery.
314 New Cross Rd, London SE14 6AF
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat, 12pm - 5pm Sunday
Welcome to The Word, a cosy, buzzing independent bookshop in New Cross. We’re bulging with wonderful books to dive into or give as presents.
There’s fantastic new and popular fiction for grown-ups, children’s books for toddlers to teens, and a great selection of poetry and graphic novels.
We’ve also got plenty of serious, and not so serious, non-fiction – from biographies to books on politics, history, race and gender.​
Regent's Canal Towpath, London N1C 4LW
Opening hours: 12pm - 7pm Mon - Sun
A 100 year old Dutch barge, selling quality second hand and new books.
We have classics, cult, contemporary fiction, a large range of children's books and art and photography, plus some quirky stuff that you would never think to look for but may be very pleased to find. Also a wood-burning stove, Poetry Slams, readings and live acoustic music on our roof stage.
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357 King's Rd, London SW3 5ES
Opening Hours: 10.30am - 6.30pm Weds - Sat, 11am -5pm Sun, closed Mon & Tues
Secondhand bookshop with small and select stock of books on many subjects including 20th century lit, occult, children's, art, design and photography