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A World Book Day guide to bookshops in Shrewsbury
The Raven Bookshop
The Raven Bookshop (also featured in the header image for this post!) specialises in pre-loved books and has generated a following as a hub for book lovers in Shrewsbury. From local history to thrillers and children’s books, you're sure to find something from all topics and genres nestled in the gallery of Shrewsbury’s Market Hall. Pop in and see bibliophile in residence Laura who will help point you in the right direction for your choice of book.
Pengwern Books
Located on Fish Street in the heart of the town, Pengwern Books has been serving book lovers in Shrewsbury and beyond for over 16 years. With a small but carefully curated stock, readers will find something different from the mainstream on the shelves and what isn't on the shelf can be ordered quickly.
Illuminate Bookshop
Shropshire’s largest Christian bookshop, Illuminate Bookshop stocks a wide selection of literature as well as cards, gifts, music and church supplies. Dedicated to fulfilling your spiritual needs, Illuminate sells a large selection of new and preloved books. If you're in need of any assistance, there are dedicated staff on hand eager to help.
Oxfam Bookshop
Oxfam is the UK's largest second hand bookseller. The popular Oxfam Bookshop in Shrewsbury offers a truly impressive selection of books, from modern fiction and leisure interest to more specialist subjects, classics, and rare or collectable books.
Left for Dead
An ultra-cool indie bookshop and record store located on Shrewsbury's famous Wyle Cop, Left for Dead stocks books with a bent toward the weird, political, science fictional and left of field. You'll also find shelves stocked with hard-to-find zines and graphic novels from around the English-speaking world.
Welsh Bridge Books and Collectables
A large three floor shop specialising in interesting books, ephemera, antiques, curios and all sorts of intriguing collectables. Welsh Bridge Books and Collectables is housed in a beautiful 16th Century building, situated on the Welsh Bridge over the river in Shrewsbury, opposite the Theatre Severn. From dogs to sightseers and the most casual of browsers - all are always welcome.
Waterstones
National favourite Waterstones is one of the UK’s leading book retailers, providing customers with a wide choice and knowledgeable staff. With each branch run uniquely, here you will find local authors and literature of interest brought to the forefront.
WHSmith
Founded in 1792, WHSmith is another national favourite. A one-stop-shop for all your literature and stationery needs, WHSmith is a staple stockist for booklovers up and down the country. Split over two floors, Shrewsbury’s branch has a sprawling book section, offering everything from graphics novels to travel guides and first words.
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