Totnes Bookshop - independent book store in the heart of Totnes

The Totnes Bookshop is an independent book store in the centre of the beautiful, historic town of Totnes. We are proud to be part of this vibrant local community, and to welcome both visitors and locals alike.

We stock an extensive range of books for both adults and children and you will find books suitable for everyone. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you with all your enquiries. Please call into the shop, or ring us on (01803) 863273 for any further information.

Totnes Bookshop gives you The Gift of Reading

A book a month for a whole year selected by our team to match the taste of the recipient.

Here’s how it works – You have three options to choose from:

1. Treat Yourself – Receive a book selected for your own pleasure, every month for a year.

2. Treat Someone Else – Your friend, family member or partner will receive a carefully chosen book once a month. There will also be an initial welcoming letter explaining their gift and letting them know they have a year of books to look forward to.

3. Family and Friends – Their presents sorted for a whole year! Consult with our book specialist and then relax. Never miss a birthday or anniversary again! This package doesn’t involve a welcome letter as it is not applicable, but it will contain a hand written note from the chosen book specialist.

Each book will arrive gift-wrapped with a hand written note from your chosen book specialist explaining what makes this book so special.
You can choose the paperback selection for £135-00 or the hardback selection for £220*. This cost includes all UK postage, but we can post worldwide. Overseas costs will vary. If you would like us to provide a quote we would be happy to oblige.
One Little Chat – Join us for a Coffee
Please ask our staff to arrange a consultation over a coffee at the Tangerine Tree Café Totnes (we pay). We have knowledgeable and experienced staff that can recommend books to suit everyone’s tastes.

• Sarah Thomson – Fiction and Crime Fiction
• Cliff Shephard – Non Fiction and Children’s Books
• Martin Woollacott – Fantasy Science Fiction and Graphic Novels
• Ewa Maniewska – Something Different

We look forward very much to talking with you.

*Payment must be met in full before we can send out the first book. If for any reason the recipient is not satisfied with their book, an exchange to the book’s value is offered. No cash refunds can be given.

To read more about our offer click here.

Otter Country by Miriam Darlington

Local author Miriam Darlington introduced her new book Otter Country: In Search of the Wild Otter at Totnes Bookshop on Friday 28th September. Otter Country follows Darlington’s travels around Britain in search of wild otters; from her home in Devon to the wilds of Scotland; to Cumbria, Wales, Northumberland, Cornwall, Somerset and the River Lea; to her childhood home near the Ouse, as she tracks one of Britain’s most elusive animals.

Totnes Bookshop Newsletter

To subscribe to our newsletter and keep up with all the latest books and events email us at totnesbookshop@dartington.org

Dartington Pottery and Crystal at Totnes Bookshop

We have complimented our book range with some lovely Dartington Crystal and Pottery. A lot of our stock are “firsts” and of the highest quality making excellent gifts for family and friends.

Bookshop @ Shops at Dartington

Books can also be found in the following two shops at the Shops at Dartington (formerly the Cider Press Centre): Stationery Gifts & Books, and the Kitchen Shop.