Gloucester Road Books

94 reviews

184 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8NU, United Kingdom

gloucesterroadbooks.com

+441179246638

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Gloucester Road Books is a Book store located at 184 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8NU, United Kingdom. It has received 94 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

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Hours

Monday9:30AM-6PM
Tuesday9:30AM-6PM
Wednesday9:30AM-6PM
Thursday9:30AM-6PM
FridayClosed
Saturday9:30AM-5PM
Sunday9:30AM-5PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Gloucester Road Books: 184 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8NU, United Kingdom

  • Gloucester Road Books has 4.9 stars from 94 reviews

  • Book store

  • "Got back into reading after many years off and started getting my books from here a couple of months ago"

    "I went in to get a book for my friend's birthday and the owner not only was really friendly but he really knew his books and when I was waiting in the line, he would suggest other books to the people in front (and me) based on what you were going to buy"

    "A wonderful bookshop that makes a great contribution to the fabulous shops on this section of Gloucester Road"

    "A lovely little independent bookshop on Gloucester Road"

    "Love GRB! Such a great selection and Tom is so helpful with recommendations"

Reviews

  • Clara Langrick.

Got back into reading after many years off and started getting my books from here a couple of months ago. Lovely little selection and have just ordered a book through the shop that arrived next day! Tom is also super helpful, has recommended me a couple of amazing books so far and seems to be able to judge exactly the type of book you’re after when you tell him your preferences. Thank you for the lovely customer service and friendly atmosphere, will not be buying my books anywhere else!

  • CIBBY R

I went in to get a book for my friend's birthday and the owner not only was really friendly but he really knew his books and when I was waiting in the line, he would suggest other books to the people in front (and me) based on what you were going to buy. I wanted to order a book in and he was more than happy to do so and it was in the shop by the next day with very little packaging. If you want a good book with good customer service, then Gloucester Road Books is the way to go!

  • Andy Reynolds

A wonderful bookshop that makes a great contribution to the fabulous shops on this section of Gloucester Road. Tom and Leah sell a lovely range of books and are very willing to share their knowledge and guide you towards something that you will enjoy. There is a small reading group and a lovely range of events with local and national (even occasionally international) authors. They are always willing to order something in and it is generally available very quickly.

  • Judy Holyer

A lovely little independent bookshop on Gloucester Road. The name gives away the location! I found it on the May 2023 Bristol Bookshop crawl which was a great way to find some new bookshops. There is an area with books for children and young adults. There is a good mix of fiction and nonfiction and I had difficulty in limiting myself to only buying one book. With so many eclectic independent shops, Gloucester Road is a great place for a wander and browse.

  • Heather Marks

Love GRB! Such a great selection and Tom is so helpful with recommendations. If he hasn't read something, he's going to, and if he doesn't have something in the shop, he'll order it for you. Love the layout too, always great to see the amazing book covers on display. Plus it's a dog friendly bookshop which makes it a nice stop on the way home

  • Flora Ragless-Green

Book heaven. This is the perfect addition to Glos Road and I am so happy it's opened. They have a perfect selection of books and the shopkeeper is very friendly and has gone out of his way to source the classics, the modern best sellers but also to supply small and independent printer's works which are great.

  • Morwenna Sanders

What a fabulous gem of a shop! Not only are the gorgeous books beautifully displayed, but Tom is fabulously knowledgeable, friendly and so helpful. If the books aren't in stock, they can be ordered and are often available within a day or two. I love this local, independent alternative to the online giants.

  • Bethany Saunders

Adore this lovely little bookshop, wonderful atmosphere and super friendly staff who take a genuine interest in what you're looking for. The selection is really good despite the shops small, cosy size. Some really good, tailored recommendations. Might be my favourite bookshop in Bristol!

  • Jon Shaw

Absolutely love this place. Everything I want in a bookshop: excellent selection, lovely space to browse in, an owner who knows his stuff and will go the extra mile. Really great to see the support for independent presses, too.

  • john Bird

Great to have another genuinely independent bookshop in Bristol. Somewhere I can buy books that fit my reading habits which some of my friends say are bit unusual. Best wishes for the future in uncertain times!

  • Tim Nelson

After a haitus of 30 years, this wonderful little book shop has rekindled my love of reading. Tom is very helpfull Next day delivery at no charge. Why use Amazon when this is offered ?

  • Carly Penny

I WILL NEVER SHOP IN A PLACE WHERE THE OWNER THINKS ITS ACCEPTABLE TO QUESTION CUSTOMERS CHOICES. TERRIBLE SHOW!!! WILL SPREAD THE WORD THROUGH MY COMMUNITY OF CRITICAL THINKERS.

  • Miriam Guastalla

Fantastic selection of books and a very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful owner. I'm so happy to have this gem of a shop nearby - I'll definitely be coming back!

  • Mia Moilanen

Lovely shop, friendly and super helpful staff. Books I've ordered have sometimes arrived next day. Really helpful with finding specific books for children as well.

  • MO N

An amazing place. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Such a great array of interesting books. Really couldn't recommend it more. I could spend all day here!

  • Tony Fielding

Brilliant addition to the independent scene on Gloucester Road. I ordered some books and they were in the next day (and no delivery charge!)

  • Edward Rowland

Absolutely brilliant store, exactly what Gloucester Road needed! Great selection and Tom is such a nice bloke, will help you with anything!!

  • Darrell Jones

Always happy to see an independent bookshop, despite small size they had a good selection of book. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable

  • Caragh Wells

Hurray, no need to use amazon anymore to buy books! Support your local bookshop. The owner is super helpful and gets you books quickly.

  • Sophie Bishop

Really friendly staff and great atmosphere. Despite being small it has a great range of books. Love visiting when I get the chance.

  • Tya Shannon

Wonderful bookshop with a very helpful owner. A small, independent, well curated bookshop always beats the big chains hands-down.

  • Annie Rayner

Super knowledgable owner and fantastic selection of books. What a treat to have a such a great independent book store in Bristol.

  • Tom Brook

Lovely little bookshop, very helpful staff. Theyve got a great selection- anything they don’t have they will order in for you!

  • Mark Hill

Somehow, in a relatively small space, this shop always has the books I’m looking for. A great place to buy books.

  • Liam s

Really good local bookshop. The owner is very interactive and clearly enjoys his work. Very helpful and friendly.

  • Handy Cloud Productions

A great find on the Gloucester Road. A good choice of books and a knowledgeable proprietor. What’s not to love?!

  • Catherine Haugh

Beautiful, brilliant selection of books for adults and children. It makes me feel so happy just walking in.

  • Jess Mackin

My local indie bookshop. They'll get any book in if you email them and it's usually there the next day

  • Matthew Gitsham

What a great book store. I could have bought pretty much book I touched. Good kids range at the back.

  • Peter Clifford

Cosy friendly atmosphere, welcoming and helpful staff. Orders arrive next day. Terrific little shop.

  • max thompson

Perfect spot. And I got what looks like a great recommendation (Gallows Pole by Benjamin Myers).

  • Vicky Holland

Love the selection in here, great sci-fi and new literature sections and they're really helpful!

  • Ross Taylor

Lovely little local independent book shop. Highly recommended. Also great very helpful staff.

  • R Pankhurst

Really helpful and incredibly quick to order my book - it arrived the next day. thank you

  • Mark O'Mahony

Excellent service, friendly and knowledgeable, with an ever intriguing selection of books

  • Rowly Monk

Lovely local independent bookshop with extremely knowledgeable and helpful proprietor

  • Andrew Stiles

A fantastic new independent book store on Gloucester Road, worth paying a visit.

  • Emily Koch

Beautiful shop and very knowledgeable owner. A book lover’s idea of heaven.

  • Zak D'Amelio

Great little indie book shop with a good selection and an even better team

  • Jacob Liddle

What an awesome little spot! Lovely atmosphere with super friendly staff

  • liz betts

Best independent book shop on Gloucester Roaf. One year old tomorrow.

  • Jonathan Halliday

Fantastic independent bookshop and super knowledgeable staff

  • Jane Norman

A nice find and helpful guy. No steps so access easy.

  • Freyja Cullen

The best independent bookshop I've found in bristol.

  • Katie Farrell

Little bit of everything and the staff were lovley!

  • Agata Kaniecka

Lovely little shop with amazing selection of books

  • Alex de Berry

Beautifully curated range of books. Loved it.

  • Sam Davis

Really lovely shop, great for book browsing

  • Spencer Hird

Brilliant and lovely selection of books.

  • Paul G

Lovely bookshop, friendly and inviting.

  • Jessie Matthews

A beautiful shop with helpful staff.

  • Katy Loftus

Brilliant new bookstore, great staff

  • Lizzie Rowe

Great independent book shop :)

  • Jérôme Laboudigue

Excellent independant bookshop

  • Martyn Gwyn Watson

Well stocked and very helpful

  • Salvador Moncholi

A great selection of books!

  • Matthew Adams

Amazing place. A real find.

  • daniel casey

Very friendly service

  • Pickel Barrel Official

Good shop good books

  • Paddy Moore

I love this shop.

  • Bethany Elsey-Loftus

Helpful staff :)

  • ben hurdle

Excellent choice

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