10 Real Hidden gem bookshops in London
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So here are 10 REAL hidden gem bookshops you can find in London, and no, it does not include Daunt Bookshop in Marleybone (it’s a cute one but have been covered by many many content creators so I don’t consider them as hidden gem anymore.
Word on the Water - A floating bookshop on a canal boat near King's Cross, offering a unique browsing experience.
Hurlingham Books - Located in Fulham, this shop is a treasure trove of second-hand books.
John Sandoe Books - Tucked away off King’s Road in Chelsea, this charming bookshop has been around since 1957.
Persephone Books - Specializes in reprinting neglected classics by mid-20th century (mostly women) writers, located in Bloomsbury.
Primrose Hill Books - A cozy bookshop near the picturesque Primrose Hill, offering a curated selection of new and second-hand books.
South Kensington Books - Close to the museums, this bookshop has a great collection of art, design, and academic books.
The Bookshop on the Heath - Situated in Blackheath, this shop offers a mix of new, second-hand, and rare books.
Skoob Books - Located in a basement near Russell Square, it’s a haven for second-hand book lovers.
Foster Books - A Chiswick gem known for its well-curated selection of second-hand first editions.
Cecil Court - If you are a book lover in London, you have probably heard of this place. Tucked away in alley by Leicester Square, you would never know this alley houses one of the most beautiful second-hand bookshops in the city.
