Bookshops in Wales/West Wales

Secondhand and Antiquarian Bookshops in the UK and Republic of Ireland

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Pembroke Market Emporium has closed
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Carmarthen Free Books (was Carmarthen Community Bookshop)/CARMARTHEN/16a Wood_s Row

Carmarthen Free Books (was Carmarthen Community Bookshop) Open at advertised times

16a Wood's Row CARMARTHEN SA31 1BX

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Open: Monday - Friday 10.00 - 2.00, check Facebook for changes.

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Part of the Global Educational Trust charity, take up to three books per day, donate what you can. Also CDs DVDs and bric-a-brac.

A recent move from a local industrial estate has seen this charity bookshop open in new premises in the centre of Carmarthen. There are books on both floors of the building which are all well classified. Parking outside is a bit of a problem but the walk from a nearby car-park is well worth the effort. Chris Harte 03.01.18

Still the place to go in the town if you want to see thousands of donated books. I gave them 500 railway titles a few days ago which came from a neighbour clearing her mother's house. This is the place for either good books or a load of low quality fiction. The separate children's section on the ground floor is highly recommended. Chris Harte 15.08.21

An update on the above. Volunteers have been dedicated enough to create new shelving for the first floor and to superbly classify books by subject, and then even by sub-subject. A terrific example of what can be done in a charity shop. The quality of the titles has improved no end. The only problem is parking. Chris 05.06.23

This shop cannot be praised too much. They are donating literally hundreds of children's books to local schools, many in Welsh for learning purposes. The support from the town is high. On the first floor are books for adults and, alas, it is clear that some sections have been denuded of their quality titles; art in particular. Fiction is naturally strong so are the usual offerings on cooking and gardening. Sport, transport and autobiographies are weak on quality but good on waffle. The politics section reminded me of here-today, gone-tomorrow politicians whose stories are not worthwhile bothering about. The downstairs children's section is quite superb. Chris 04.03.24

The recent reviews by Chris are spot-on. This is a fine example of a charity bookshop delivering real benefits in a town where there are many people on low incomes. Take up to three books a day free of charge, although a donation is encouraged. If you want more than three, the additional books cost £2 each. Payment in cash only. Any free books must be stamped; if you don't want them to be, you must pay for them. The stamp is fairly unobtrusive, a small oblong containing the venture's name. To deter people from raiding the stock for titles to sell on, notices warn that anyone seen looking at book websites or pricing apps will be ordered to leave immediately. Anyone thinking of visiting in winter should note the following: "We do not have heating. If temperatures are below 6 degrees Celsius, expect us to be closed. For up-to-date details, please see Facebook."

The books are on two floors, the lower of which is rather cluttered with substantial amounts of bric-a-brac and other assorted tat. There is a large and good stock of novels, and quite a decent selection of poetry and drama. Very good for children's books. For non-fiction, there is a significant stock for many subjects. History, travel, religion, politics, cookery, crafts, sport, wildlife/pets and music all contain a fair proportion of good titles among plenty of more mediocre offerings. Also a good stock of local interest and Welsh-language books. The art books, in contrast, seem almost entirely mundane, but no doubt the better volumes in this section do not stay on the shelves for long. For biographies, there is some wheat among the chaff.

The premises are on the edge of the town centre, a ten-minute walk from the railway station (which, in contrast to just about everything else in Carmarthen, is south of the River Towy). The bus station is nearer, about a five-minute walk away. Booker T 12.07.25

Carmarthenshire Rare Books/CARMARTHEN/Milford House87 Lammas Street

Carmarthenshire Rare Books Appointment necessary

Milford House 87 Lammas Street CARMARTHEN SA31 3AY

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tel: 01267 223343 e-mail

Open: Likely to close in the future, till then open by appointment

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General secondhand and some antiquarian books, Welsh interest.

This is the place to go for really rare titles. Obviously very strong on Welsh material. Last two visits have seen me depart with a full box. Chris Harte 14.04.09

At the moment the shop is specialising in academic titles and books in Welsh. Otherwise there is a good general stock with emphasis given to locally published works. The current owner's father had a bookstall in the old market sixty years ago so it is really nice to note continuity. Chris Harte 15.08.21

Still worth a visit even though it's now open only three days a week. Shelves nicely sorted into various categories. I noted a good emphasis on military, biographies and Welsh subjects - in both languages. Good quality antiquarian titles on the top shelves. Chris 18.07.23

This was very odd. We arrived here to be told by the gentleman at the door that he was only interested in buying books. If there was a particular book we wanted he could let us know if it was there but we could not browse. Maybe we didn't look like suitable customers as we were not wearing our designer clothes that day (or any other day for that matter as we don't possess any). If this truly is just a book buying rather than selling operation should it even be listed? If on the other hand prospective customers are being judged on appearance perhaps we should be told. David 05.09.24

I wandered in here, as the door was ajar on a scorchingly hot day, for a chat with the likeable owner, Leo, about the future of this shop. The best times to find it open are three mornings per week: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, although this is far from guaranteed. But make an appointment, rather than just walking in off the street like I did. I can only assume that by some mischance the previous reviewer must have visited at a time inconvenient to the owner, who seems to be of a relaxed and friendly disposition.

There are about 6,000 books here and the quality is high. But there are close to 30,000 more stored off-site. Almost all of the stock is online. If you are planning to visit, search the Carmarthenshire Rare Books stock on AbeBooks or Biblio beforehand: if you see books you want, then instead of ordering them online, you can email the shop and arrange to pay for and collect the books there, to avoid postage costs. History, military, Welsh interest, Welsh-language books, literature, theology and art are among the main areas of specialisation. There is a significant amount of antiquarian stock, as well as more modern genuinely rare books and lots of academic titles. Prices reflect the quality, but do not seem unreasonably high. Payment at the shop is by cash, cheque or bank transfer. Credit and debit cards are not accepted.

The Carmarthen premises look set remain to open (by appointment) for some time to come. They serve as a useful drop-off point for would-be sellers who want to bring books in, rather than driving to a storage unit in a rural location, where most of the stock is kept. The shop is at the far end of Lammas Street, at the junction with Morfa Lane, within a 15-minute walk of the railway station and ten minutes from the bus station. Booker T 13.07.25

Carningli Centre/NEWPORT/East Street

Carningli Centre Open at advertised times

East Street NEWPORT SA42 0SY

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tel: 01239 820724 e-mail web

Open: Monday - Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday 10.30 - at least 4.00

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About 10,000 books on many subjects including Wales/Cymraeg, natural history, railways, art and crafts, cookery, Penguins, science, poetry, plays etc, etc. On the main A487 (between Cardigan & Fishguard) in the centre of Newport. Free car park in Long St.

Frontage on main road gives no indication of what is quite a treasure-trove reaching down through rooms full to the brim of interesting titles. Muddled, musty and somewhat eccentric but worth a stop if you are passing. Junk room a must for railway buffs. Chris Harte 03.09.09

This is an antique centre dominated by old railway signs so inevitably it is good for railway enthusiasts with a good collection of well priced books on railways. Not sure the rest of the stock is very interesting but some good local books. Norman Davies 30.07.11

Revisited and same comments - paradise for a railway enthusiast, also worth a look for other s/h books, extensive local and fiction collection. Norman Davies 27.01.15

A highly enjoyable shop with more than just railway memorabilia - a lot of interesting things to see plus a wide selection of books. Well worth a visit. Nick Harris 05.12.15

Over ten years since my last review and as stated by Norman Davies very good for railway buffs. Otherwise, the stock is dull but there might be the odd treasure hidden away. Closing time is now 5pm: "On the dot," as I was gruffly informed. Chris Harte 06.02.20

A change of ownership and a complete revamp in this antique/book centre. The railway bits and pieces are in one section but the huge improvement is in the book section. The damp and musty smells have gone; new carpet is on the floor and the books have been reorganised into proper sections. Most of the previously unsellable titles have disappeared and what is now in place came as a considerable surprise. I purchased a number of art books and came away very impressed. Chris 29.06.24

Chapter One/NARBERTH/Narberth Museum The Bonded Warehouse Church Street

Chapter One Open at advertised times

Narberth Museum The Bonded Warehouse Church Street NARBERTH SA67 7BH

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tel: 01834 860500 e-mail web

Open: Tuesday - Saturday 10.00 - 5.00

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New and secondhand books. Fully accessible shop with coffee shop and toilets. Welsh language and Welsh interest books. Ordering service available.

Even though I live not far from Narberth it was only recently that it was pointed out to me that the Museum now sold second-hand books. Therefore I decided to visit as soon as I could and today I parked my car in the town centre and wended my way through the back lanes of the town. If you don't know the area then get a map as neither your smartphone or satnav will tell you about the narrow thoroughfares, one-way streets or complete lack of public parking. At the Museum I started talking to the day's lady-in-charge, who, in past times, had worked in three Surrey bookshops. I started off in the main bookshop area, avoiding new titles like the plague and passing by numerous racks of paperback fiction. "We sell an awful lot of books on crime," another helper told my wife, who, by now, was well into the sections of her interests.

After I had completed the main area, I was taken around the back to a large committee room where a meeting was in progress. This area contained the creme-de-la-creme of the holdings. Everything was superbly categorised; the shelving around the lengthy walls had sections jutting out into the room and the quality of what was there was as good as you would find anywhere. Every interest was catered for so I don't need to list them here.

After two and a half hours of systematic checking, I was invited into a private room where the on-line holdings were kept. The prices here were to be expected from the top of the range (well over four figures) to what would be reasonably expected.

I purchased a large number of titles and am very pleased with them. I needed the three cups of strong black coffee from their adjoining cafe to see me struggle safely to my car with a huge heavy box of new purchases.

To say WWAD would be an understatement. Chris 22.01.25

No idea what Chris saw, maybe it’s been raided by dealers - but all I saw was charity shop fare in the rooms that match his layout descriptions - yes, there is some interesting stuff amongst their couple of hundred eBay books, and a Welsh children’s section looked good - but otherwise nothing to remotely merit a WWAD. I don’t want to be unfair - locals who are looking for a read will find a novel or two I’m sure, the staff are charming, and coffee and cake was good. Thewavesbroke 14.03.25

Cofion Books and Post Cards/TENBY/Bridge Street

Cofion Books and Post Cards Phone before travelling

Bridge Street TENBY SA70 7BU

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Open: Monday - Sunday from 2.00, but check first

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20,000 books, at first glance looks like a muddle but is in subjects. Childrens to adult, out of print to a few antiquarian. Postcards, especially Welsh.

A tiny shop jammed with huge piles of books, in a small lane off the harbour, and close to the National Trust Tudor Merchant's House. Not easy for persons of rather a large girth like me - very little room to move or breathe! Richard 28.08.12

Tiny shop with books stacked high. Great collection of postcards. Afraid to move many books in case it caused a landslide. Thought I saw the remains of one customer beneath a pile of Welsh mythology books. Worth a visit. SteveBrissle 06.09.13

Under the thousands of books crammed into a small shop I'm sure I saw the remains of a well-known Hay-on-Wye bookdealer's ego. If only the friendly owner could show his wares properly he would be able the sell the half hidden quality titles quite rapidly. Chris Harte 17.09.13

Sorry, I think there is a point at which we move beyond quirky to unpleasant. Aroma of mouldering books plus collapsed piles blocking aisle make this a no no for me. Mr Grumpy 16.09.14

Half shop now blocked by new book slides and I see what Grumpy means. But persistence and strong arms paid off for me with pile of purchases. Fantastic Welsh postcard selection, found by starting another large slide which revealed interesting other books but sadly no bodies! Norman Davies 03.07.15

The postcards mentioned by Mr Davies above were the easiest things to find during my visit. This shop is a must-visit, but for all the wrong reasons. I arrived to find the proprietor in conversation with a couple out on the street, and two potential customers standing at the doorway contemplating whether they would enter without a hard hat. Once inside, my wife immediately felt claustrophobic and had to leave. The tottering walls of worn titles reminded me of one of those indoor climbing walls, but with the danger of imminent avalanches should I be foolhardy enough to try to extract a book I wanted to look at. One fearless customer was rifling through the postcards and therefore blocked any hopes of seeing what was on the other side of the shop. There was however a large unruly pile of books where I presume the till was lurking. Needless to say I left empty-handed, as I suspect most people do ... Graeme Rendall 22.10.15

The shop phone number does not work. Mrs Jones 26.04.19

Alby is a charming elderly man who finds it amusing that tourists come to photograph the chaos which is this store, for it is not a bookshop as entry is inaccessible due to the piles of books, many of which have toppled over so blocking entry. Even his first floor storeroom is now unavailable to be accessed. Alby enjoys chewing the cud with passers-by and as he told me: "I'm not bothered if I don't sell any books." We spent ninety minutes, sitting outside his entrance in comfortable chairs gossiping about the book trade of years past. I really enjoyed my visit. Chris 29.06.24

College Street Books/AMMANFORD/15 College Street

College Street Books Open at advertised times

15 College Street AMMANFORD SA18 3AB

tel: 07434 975578 e-mail web

Open: Monday - Friday 10.00 - 2.45, Saturday 10.00 - 1.00

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New and secondhand books, about 50/50. Particularly Welsh interest, maps and walking, history, warfare, art, mythology, poetry, literature, and children's books in Welsh & English.

Although the name suggests otherwise the entrance to this pleasant shop is from an arcade which runs parallel to the main window. Strong on Welsh subjects and a very good selection of books on mining. Although there are new books as well it is worth a visit if you are passing. Chris Harte 11.07.13

Over five years since my last report and the shop is still very strong on new and second-hand Welsh titles. Also the shelves held many books on mining; poetry; military and show-business. Still worth looking in. Chris Harte 24.03.19

I've always written highly about this bookshop. It is a true oasis in the wilderness of the Amman Valley. Welsh books abound with some of the mining histories being top quality. There is also a varied general stock. A visit is recommended if you are in the area. Chris Harte 15.08.21

Good little bookshop. A varied stock in mostly good condition, fairly priced. Worth a look if passing. David 05.09.24

Unassuming from the outside it is a charming bookshop with an owner of good book knowledge and very ready to “catch up on things”. A very warm and welcoming experience. Take care with parking. Richard U 31.03.25

Encouraged by the uniformly positive TBG reviews, I felt this shop seemed worthy of a visit while on a recent trip to Wales. That is still my view, even though I failed to set foot inside. A card in the window read: "Holidays. We all need them. The bookshop will be closed for annual holidays 2nd-16th July. Tim." It is hard to take issue with that sentiment. But if a business has a social media presence, which this shop does, that is surely a relevant place to post such information. The shop's Facebook, which makes no mention of the fortnight's closure, was last updated on 21st May. To flag it up on there would have taken two minutes.

From what I could see through the windows, the stock appeared to be of good quality, especially for non-fiction. A helpful local resident informed me that the shop's opening hours are usually very reliable, "but of course he takes a holiday every now and then". If making a trip from any significant distance, especially in the summer, it might be wise to contact the owner in advance.

The shop is in the centre of this rather drab town, a ten-minute walk from the railway station (on the Heart of Wales Line from Swansea/Llanelli to Shrewsbury; four trains a day in each direction). It is a minute's walk from the bus station: the X13 from Swansea provides a frequent service, with most buses going on to Llandeilo. The 64 bus (two return trips daily) links Ammanford to Ystradgynlais. Booker T 12.07.25

Goldstone Books/CARMARTHEN/10 Hall Street

Goldstone Books Phone before travelling

10 Hall Street CARMARTHEN SA31 1PH

tel: 01267 237236 e-mail web

Open: Monday 10.00 - 4.00, Tuesday 9.30 - 5.00, Wednesday 10.00 - 4.00, Thursday 9.30 - 5.00, Friday - Saturday 9.00 - 5.00

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We are pleased to announce our very first bookshop in the beautiful town of Carmarthen has now opened! We will be stocking a range of new and pre-owned books so please call in and say hello.

This shop is situated at the side of the Guildhall building in a pedestrianised part of central Carmarthen. On first glance, it looked like there were only new titles available but I was told by the manager that 'about 20% of the stock is pre-owned.' Looking around, but going from experience, my feeling was that these were either unwanted review copies, remainders (many of which bore British Library Imprints) or quality books from charity shops' donations. However, on the plus side, there were many shelves containing new local books to which my latest effort will be added shortly. Chris Harte 28.06.19

There has been a marked change to this shop. As the manager explained to me, the second-hand books are now in the ascendancy while new books are taking up fairly little shelf space. With a never ending supply from the warehouse (which is an on-line concern) this is now a shop I shall visit more often. Chris 04.03.24

We had been looking forward to visiting this shop as we have bought some good books from their online business in the past. It was rather a disappointment. Nice and clean and bright with comfortable sofas but not much of interest. Biographies were mostly of sports folk and TV types with nothing much of a literary bent. There were some old penguins and pelicans if that's your thing but nothing for us. David 05.09.24

This shop is bright, clean, airy and everything is well presented with no clutter. On the ground floor are various first editions and signed hardbacks - most of which have little slips of paper sticking out the top showing the price for convenience. The children’s section is also on the ground floor. Upstairs there is a decent amount of non-fiction books covering a good range of topics. There are also the staples of any secondhand bookshop, namely orange Penguins, green Penguins, Folio Societies, Pan paperbacks. Several shelves of Welsh language titles, local interest and books by local authors (including one I spotted by fellow TBG reviewer, Chris Harte). There are a couple of comfy sofas upstairs too. It’s a professionally run shop whose prices seem reasonable and I was very happy with the purchases I made. Jon R 28.12.24

Upstairs is closed for a month or two due to flooding- phone ahead if you’re making a special trip. Downstairs trades as normal. Thewavesbroke 14.03.25

The upper floor has reopened, so the shop is firing on all cylinders once again. The recent review by Jon R is very accurate: this is a nice shop with good stock at reasonable prices. Downstairs is a fine selection of books on Welsh history, local interest and travel in Wales, as well as books by and about Welsh writers (notably Dylan Thomas). Also modern paperback fiction, including crime novels (£2.99-£3.99), and signed books, particularly on sport, including autobiographies. Upstairs is a large stock of vintage Penguins, including green crime fiction (£2.99), also Penguin classics (mostly 99p). About 120 Folio Society volumes (£6 to £25) and a small but quite good selection of poetry and drama. Also a good stock of Welsh-language books. On the non-fiction shelves, second-hand books are shelved together with new ones (the latter predominate); some good stock if one is prepared to seek it out.

Most of the above marks Goldstone Books out as a shop of above-average calibre. But what is outstanding about it is the extensive stock of good-quality vintage hardback fiction, including a large number of first editions. Vintage children's books are also here in abundance (including many firsts). In both categories, there are a wealth of uncommon titles, in good condition and at prices that are really quite reasonable, given the quality. For first-edition fiction or vintage children's books, this shop is WAD.

Carmarthen is quite a nice town. It can be easily reached by train, with frequent services from Swansea, Cardiff, Newport and further afield. As an important regional centre, it also has good bus links, including to Ammanford (129), Llanelli (195 and 197), Whitland (224), Llandovery (280 and 281), Narberth/Haverfordwest (322), Newcastle Emlyn/Cardigan (460) and Lampeter/Aberystwyth (T1). Goldstone Books is right in the centre of town, scarcely more than a five-minute walk from the railway station and only a couple of minutes from the bus station. Booker T 13.07.25

Leafed Through/CARDIGAN/Community (charity) Book Shop21 Pendre

Leafed Through Open at advertised times

Community (charity) Book Shop 21 Pendre CARDIGAN SA43 1JT

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tel: 01239 621092 e-mail

Open: Monday - Saturday 10.00 - 4.00.

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A small but well laid-out bookshop, with a wide range of subjects covered.

Housed in what used to be a dog's charity shop, this is a small but well laid-out bookshop, with a wide range of subjects covered. A smaller number of books on show than in the one at the end of the arcade, but my wife and I still managed to come away with several titles for a very modest outlay. Graeme Rendall 22.10.15

Hidden away at the end of the High Street this community bookshop had some interesting titles on their numerous shelves. Fiction took about a third of the space with other subjects rather roughly categorised. However, there were some good quality books to be had. The only questionable point is their pricing: everything is marked at being £3! Chris Harte 24.10.15

Profits given to local charities. Prices are usually set at £1.50 paperbacks, £2 fiction hardbacks, £3 hardbacks. Open 10-4. Janet Barber 15.01.18

Nice small bookshop, heavy in fiction like others posted. Wife and I picked up a couple titles but nothing extraordinary here. Sean Nodland 22.12.19

Still a very good charity shop. I always visit when in the town. Most hardbacks are at £3 which means bargains can be had. Some very knowledgeable and artistic retired people looking after the place. Chris Harte 15.08.21

Another visit to find the shelves full of good books, well laid out and in marked categories. As always a most knowledgeable assistant was in-situ and the prices have not changed from when it was opened nearly ten years ago. In a depressing town centre this shop is a beacon. Chris 29.06.24

An excellent example of a charity shop. Good mix of stock, good prices and condition. We found some excellent titles and bough a large bagful for just £23.00. Would certainly visit again. David 05.09.24

This community bookshop, which seems to attract good-quality donations, has given more than £50,000 to local charitable causes since it opened in February 2014. There are quite a lot of books here, in two rooms. Strong for fiction: paperbacks £1.50, hardbacks £2. Lots of Penguins and a very good choice of classic novels, many in hardback. Twenty shelves of general fiction, including plenty of hardbacks and quite a lot of literary novels. Eight shelves each of sci-fi and romance, seven of historical fiction and 20 shelves of crime/thrillers, with substantial overspill in stacks on the floor. A large and good stock of plays, but the poetry is dominated by anthologies. Very good for children's books, mostly 50p, with a buy one get one free offer for many of them. A handful of vintage children's books at low prices and some old children's annuals (nothing rare). Two dozen Folio Society titles, reasonably priced. Also, as might be expected in this heavily Welsh-speaking area, a decent selection of books in Welsh. A few shelves of discounted books (five for £2), mostly paperback fiction.

For non-fiction, many categories have quite good-quality stock, cheaply priced. History, military, local interest, sport, politics, philosophy, self-help/health, transport, travel, arts/crafts, cookery and gardening all contain some decent volumes. Quite good also for books on antiques, furniture, ceramics etc; also a few good photography titles. The music and natural history sections are disappointingly run-of-the-mill. The quality on the 'collectables' shelves is reasonably high and the prices are affordable. The volunteers here are friendly and knowledgeable, and the shop is a pleasure to visit. Cash payments only.

I found Cardigan to be quite a pleasant town, with a nice atmosphere. The railway station closed in the 1960s, but buses connect Cardigan with Carmarthen, via Newcastle Emlyn (route 460; hourly on Monday-Friday and two-hourly on Saturdays). The T5 Aberystwyth-Fishguard-Haverfordwest bus also provides a frequent service, and the 430 makes two return trips a day to Narberth. Leafed Through is only a short walk from the bus stops at Finch's Square.

While in Cardigan, the Oxfam shop at 24 High Street (Monday-Saturday 9.30am-5pm), only a couple of minutes from Leafed Through, is probably worth a quick look. It's nothing special and has only about 800 books, but the fiction and Welsh-language sections, although small, are of reasonable quality. Booker T 13.07.25

Llandelio Bookshop (British Red Cross)/LLANDEILO/101 Rhosmaen Street

Llandelio Bookshop (British Red Cross) Open at advertised times

101 Rhosmaen Street LLANDEILO SA19 6HA

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tel: 01558 823256

Open: Monday - Saturday 9.30 - 4.30.

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Charity bookshop selling donated books.

Although a British Red Cross charity bookshop the shelves had some quite interesting titles. One wall is solid paperback fiction but other shelves are categorised and easy to check. The travel section was especially strong. Chris Harte 25.10.14

It is always worth visiting this charity shop for sometimes they have some very interesting books on show. Unsurprisingly, cookery books dominate followed by trash 'celebrity' ghosted autobiographies and modern paperback fiction. Chris Harte 15.08.21

A huge amount of new stock has arrived with much of it now on the shelves. More local history than usual and seemingly a good selection of fashion books. Country sports section larger but still rows of autobiographies by television "personalities" (sic) none of whose names mean anything to me. Chris Harte 24.09.22

Some knowledgeable person has come and revamped this charity shop. Unsellable dross has disappeared and the books now on the excellently marked shelves were easy to see and to browse. In among the usual paperback fiction were some decent hardback titles. If you add this shop to your visiting list might I recommend the bakery opposite: the cottage pies are magnificent. Chris 04.09.23

Pendleburys Bookshop/LLANWRDA/Garreg FawrPorthyrhyd

Pendleburys Bookshop Open at advertised times

Garreg Fawr Porthyrhyd LLANWRDA SA19 8NY

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tel: 01550 728 276 e-mail web

Open: Tuesday - Saturday 10.00 - 5.00 .

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Booksellers for many decades with a large general stock & specialisms of 20,000 theology, 3,500 botanical & gardening books. Outside advertised hours please telephone before visiting. A remote hillside bookshop housed in converted barns in the foothills of the Cambrians within a three acre garden project.

A journey into the middle of nowhere was rewarded by a friendly greeting, hot coffee and lots of chatter. This really is an oasis in the wilderness and the tens of thousands of titles on offer took some hours to browse. The theological stock took the whole of one massive converted barn. Other subjects, with a large gardening section, were a joy to behold. Only a fraction of the books are on the internet at the moment. There are many scarce titles on offer, particularly on field sports and rural pursuits. WWAD. Chris Harte 05.03.13

These premises should be on every serious collector's list to visit. The driveway up to the books is not easy to find if you are not familiar with the area but once into the converted barns you cannot fail to be anything but amazed. Everything is well set out and time will pass quickly while checking the shelves. The website is worth consulting before visiting. Chris Harte 02.03.22

Great bookshop in a beautiful setting. Much to my surprise we managed to locate it without any difficulty. We disturbed the owner whilst he was having his lunch but he was very helpful and explained where we could locate everything. We were here for a couple of hours and found some long sought titles. The stock is extensive and prices fair. A large bagful was bought. I get the impression that they probably do most of their business online now but it is certainly worth visiting in person. David 05.09.24

St. David_s Bookshop/ST.DAVID_S/2 Tŷ Eurvil, Maes Dyfed

St. David's Bookshop Open at advertised times

2 Tŷ Eurvil, Maes Dyfed ST. DAVID'S SA62 6RD

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tel: 01437 720480 e-mail web

Open: Monday - Saturday 11.00 - 5.00, Sundays on Bank Holidays and in high season.

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Reopened at new location An idiosyncratic new and secondhand bookshop with a strong Welsh section.

This is now selling second-hand books again at its new shop

About half the stock is second-hand. The owner explained that he had to build this back up again after closing the previous shop. Also sells second-hand CDs and LPs and new books. Mark V 03.06.22

One of the strangest bookshops I have ever visited. There is probably now about 20% of used titles on the shelves the rest being new books mainly aimed at the tourist trade. However, whenever I asked the price of anything which caught my fancy I was told: "It is not for sale. It's part of my work collection." After five attempts to purchase I left and walked around the corner to enjoy a cappuccino-flavoured ice-cream. Chris 29.06.24