Lloyds of Kew Bookshop

33 reviews

9 Mortlake Terrace, Richmond TW9 3DT, United Kingdom

www.lloydsofkewbooks.co.uk

+442089482556

About

Lloyds of Kew Bookshop is a Book store located at 9 Mortlake Terrace, Richmond TW9 3DT, United Kingdom. It has received 33 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-4PM
Tuesday10AM-4PM
Wednesday10AM-4PM
Thursday10AM-5PM
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
Sunday10AM-4PM

F.A.Q

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  • The address of Lloyds of Kew Bookshop: 9 Mortlake Terrace, Richmond TW9 3DT, United Kingdom

  • Lloyds of Kew Bookshop has 4.8 stars from 33 reviews

  • Book store

  • "I went in on a whim, wasn't looking for anything in particular"

    "On our last day in London, we visited Kew Gardens"

    "I hadn't been in such an authentic bookshop in a long time"

    "Excellent for rare books, the collections are very well indexed and the owner knows her stock"

    "Pequeña y encantadora librería de segunda mano en la que puedes perderte horas mirando la variedad de libros"

Reviews

  • Ben Costerton

I went in on a whim, wasn't looking for anything in particular. Lloyd's of Kew has such a vast collection of literature, from what I could tell all pre-owned and a healthy selection of what I can only assume could be categorised as antique. Personally I found the sections around philosophy and middle-east history and religion very interesting. I picked up a couple of books, one being a very old edition, in lovely condition, for a great price. Doesn't seem to be any unnecessary price hiking here! The sections on gardening/agriculture/horticulture are vast. I spotted some old reference books published by Kew Gardens, shop geography explains as such, which were very interesting. The bookkeeper on hand was very polite to myself and the other people who visited the store when I was there. Offered to help, but most importantly wasn't overbearing. Left me along to browse this fascinating shop. Upon visiting the till to make my purchase we had a chat about the books I had selected and further recommendations were made, very interesting, very helpful. This is how I wish every bookshop was. Cannot complain about a thing. It's 2021 so worth noting: hand sanitiser supplied at entrance

  • Pam Shropshire

On our last day in London, we visited Kew Gardens. Upon exiting the gardens, we saw a small sign advertising Lloyd's of Kew Bookshop and decided to walk by there on our way back to our cottage. It was the bookshop of my dreams! Books everywhere, in piles and stacks up to the ceiling, books of all kinds, books of all ages. Our luggage was several pounds heavier after I packed my purchased.

  • Txus Bach

I hadn't been in such an authentic bookshop in a long time. Books are truly at the center of this cozy little shop. The kind owner knows her way around them and will be glad to help you find the title you are looking for, or perhaps even a rare volume you had not heard about before. I spent a lovely afternoon browsing second hand books, and will definitely come back.

  • Anna Jagric

Excellent for rare books, the collections are very well indexed and the owner knows her stock. The layout is easy to navigate and the store is quite small. Prices are reasonable from £3 up marked in pencil. The books are in impeccable condition. I was offered a handy reusable tote with my purchase of 5 books. 2 pubs nearby for reading your finds. I will be back!

  • Alicia Julián Beltrán

Pequeña y encantadora librería de segunda mano en la que puedes perderte horas mirando la variedad de libros. No es muy espaciosa y los libros están colocados en altura, pero al entrar sientes que es una maravilla de sitio. Además, si buscas algo concreto pregunta, ya que la atención es muy buena …

  • Michael Ford

I love this book shop. It's a book shop that invites you search and find rare and beautiful treasures inside. I enjoyed stepping though and over the books. It's tidy but full. Go and see. Some other shop are to clinical for me. I felt like a kid in a candy shop. WELL DONE. I've been back soon.

  • Sham M

Lovely little bookshop. Full of an array of books. Have a browse yourself and then speak to the staff about what type of books you enjoy and they will be more than happy to find it. But if your looking to haggle for a bargain look somewhere else

  • Eva Crudeli

My favourite bookshop! I always find amazing gems and the owner is such a lovely person. I love spending time here digging through the piles of books, I just wish I could do it more often!

  • Natalie Ratcliffe

Lovely book shop that is full of hidden gems. Store owner was very friendly and very helpful. If you are looking for something different to the normal mainstream shops then head here.

  • Abishek Jeyaraj

Quiet location, a very kind shop owner, and tucked away next to Kew Gardens. Quite a variety of books and a must visit if you are in the area!

  • Justin Aldhouse

Helpful and friendly, but small space reduced by huge piles of books every where making it difficult to just browse.

  • Peasley C

Lots of books and they had the one I wanted. Great coffee shop two doors down too.

  • Kitty Bryant

Old worldly.lovely .smell of leather and paper.wonderful helpful girl.

  • Paul Davies

Beautiful bookshop with an amazing collection of antique books

  • Sarah Coleman

Fantastic find. Lots of old favourites and rare books.

  • Steve Haskett

Great local bookshop with helpful staff

  • Brian Miller

Local book store use it or loose it

  • sam

best bookshop in the area

  • nikki

Wonderful little shop!

  • Seb London

Polite service.

  • Wilma Caraffini

Magic tiny shop

  • Kim Bast

Lovely bookshop

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