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News & Events

A selection of news and events, in and relating to the bookshop. Read our news articles from the press and a select number of articles written by us. Bookshop events and studio sessions share our recent and upcoming events that are happening in the Bookshop and local community.

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    Literary Gift Ideas for Craft Lovers

    Rachel Rees, The Financial Times, November 2024 With the holiday season approaching, find gift inspiration here. Click the button below to read the full article…

  • The World’s First Booktown

    This article, published on Secret London, shares the love of our little town, and a brief mention of its history.

  • A book lies open, with tanned brown pages. Next to it is a black and white drawing of mountains. In the upper part of the image is a vase of yellow flowers, and a mug of foamy coffee

    Recommended reads from Han Kang

    The Nobel Prize, October 2024 A selection of recommended reads written by the current Literature Laureate, Han Kang. Click the button below to read the…

  • A close up of a person's hands crocheting

    Hooked!

    Crafting has been a long-standing pastime for many people over many generations. Click to read more…

  • 6 books in two rows of three. The background is beige with shadows of plants

    A Cat’s Perspective

    Explore the concept of cats throughout folklore

  • A woman wearing a green cardigan is holding a book open, resting it on a counter. You cannot see her face

    “Bookshops are bucking the high street trend”

    It’s no secret that shops have been closing on high streets across the UK for many years. Click to read an article by The Conversation

  • Hay Festival Book Club

    Timeless titles to offer you a break from the day to day. Can’t decide what to read next? Follow your curiosity and join Hay Festival…

  • Pilates Emma

    The Monday 9am class is suitable for Improver to Intermediate levels

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    Pilates Emma

    The Monday 11am class is suitable for Improver level

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