Fox & King, Wiltshire
Independent bookshop Fox & King brings literary flair to the high street in Tisbury, Wiltshire, with beautifully curated fiction and non-fiction, a sweet dedicated children’s department and a fab programme of talks and author events.
Toppings, Bath
A Bath institution for book lovers, Topping & Company is an independent, family-run bookshop renowned for expert booksellers, signed editions, author events and towering, wonderfully inviting shelves made for endless browsing.
Blackwell’s, Oxford
Blackwell’s Oxford has been welcoming readers to Broad Street since 1879. Its legendary Norrington Room, once the world’s largest single bookselling room, makes this historic bookshop an essential Oxford destination.
Hatchards, Cheltenham
Hatchards in Cheltenham combines knowledgeable booksellers with carefully chosen new releases, classics and signed editions, creating an elegant literary haven for Cotswold readers. It is also, simply, one of the most beautiful bookshops we’ve ever set foot in.
Books On The Hill, St Albans
Books on the Hill is an enchanting independent bookshop in St Albans, offering thoughtfully curated new books across two floors, knowledgeable booksellers, literary events and a charming, old-fashioned atmosphere.
Much Ado Books, Alfriston
Much Ado Books in Alfriston is a gloriously characterful bookshop, filling two floors and quirky outbuildings with new, second-hand and antiquarian books, plus Bloomsbury treasures, book-related art and literary curiosities.
Golden Hare Books, Edinburgh
Award-winning Golden Hare Books is an independent bookshop in Edinburgh’s Stockbridge, beloved for its well curated fiction, non-fiction and children’s books, passionate booksellers, author events and distinctive, gallery-like atmosphere.
THE BEST BOOKSHOPS IN THE UK
What are the best bookshops in the UK?
The UK is home to some exceptional independent and historic bookshops. Among the best are Topping & Company in Bath, Blackwell’s in Oxford, Fox & King in Tisbury, Hatchards in Cheltenham, Books on the Hill in St Albans, Much Ado Books in Alfriston and Golden Hare Books in Edinburgh.
What are the best independent bookshops in the UK?
Some of Britain’s best independent bookshops include Fox & King in Wiltshire, Topping & Company in Bath, Books on the Hill in St Albans, Much Ado Books in East Sussex and Golden Hare Books in Edinburgh. They combine carefully curated books with knowledgeable booksellers, events and plenty of character.
Where are the most beautiful bookshops in Britain?
Beautiful UK bookshops range from the soaring shelves of Topping & Company in Bath to the historic surroundings of Blackwell’s Oxford and the quirky rooms and outbuildings of Much Ado Books in Alfriston. Golden Hare Books in Edinburgh is another favourite for its stylish, gallery-like interior.
What is the most famous bookshop in Oxford?
Blackwell’s on Broad Street is one of Oxford’s most famous bookshops. Founded in 1879, it is particularly celebrated for its enormous Norrington Room and has long been a landmark for students, academics, visitors and book lovers.
What are the best bookshops to visit outside London?
There are wonderful destination bookshops across Britain, including Topping & Company in Bath, Fox & King in Tisbury, Hatchards in Cheltenham, Much Ado Books in Alfriston, Books on the Hill in St Albans and Golden Hare Books in Edinburgh.
Which UK bookshops hold author talks and literary events?
Many of Britain’s best bookshops run regular literary events. Topping & Company is particularly renowned for its author programme, while Fox & King, Golden Hare Books and Books on the Hill also host talks, readings and other events throughout the year.
When is Bookshop Day in the UK?
Bookshop Day is an annual celebration of bookshops across the UK and Ireland, usually held in October. It celebrates booksellers and encourages readers to visit and support their local bookshops and independent booksellers.
