Discover the joy of reading in our friendly and welcoming bookshop
Dartmouth Community Bookshop, located at 9a Foss Street, Dartmouth TQ6 9DW, is a not-for-profit community co-operative that offers a diverse selection of new books for both adults and children. Established in 2011, following the closure of the renowned Harbour Bookshop, the bookshop aims to fill the void left by the famous bookstore and provide a community hub for booklovers in the area.
Our dedicated team of experienced professionals, led by our professional manager, Andrea Saunders, is committed to promoting literacy, reading, and book culture in Dartmouth. Our knowledgeable staff is always available to help you select the perfect book and offer recommendations based on your preferences.
Our Selection
Our book collection includes a wide range of genres and subjects, such as fiction, nautical, biography, history and military, travel, local history, guides and maps, and more. We have an extensive selection of children's books, suitable for tots to teens, and are proud to keep alive the connection with Christopher Robin Milne, the founder of the Harbour Bookshop. Our Pooh Corner is a special tribute to Winnie-the-Pooh, featuring many new books and collector's items.
In addition to our book collection, we also stock a variety of popular greeting cards, local postcards, and sell and redeem National Book Tokens. Our selection is constantly updated to ensure that we offer the latest releases and popular titles.
Ordering and Delivery
We accept orders in person at the shop, by phone, or via email. We strive to deliver orders within 24-48 hours, and can arrange for postal delivery to any location in the country. Alternatively, customers can order books from our online site on bookshop.org and have them delivered directly to their home.
Visiting Us
Our bookshop is located at the heart of Dartmouth and is easily accessible by foot or public transportation. We are open from Monday to Saturday, from 10am-5pm, and Sundays from 11am-4pm. If you would like to order or reserve a book to collect from us, please get in touch via phone or email with your name, telephone number, and as much information about the book as possible.
We are looking forward to welcoming you to our friendly and independent bookshop, where you can enjoy a relaxing and pleasant atmosphere.
Overall Experience
The reviews for the Dartmouth Community Bookshop are mixed, with some reviewers praising the shop's friendly and helpful staff, while others have had negative experiences with the staff's attitude and behavior.
Positive Comments
Reviewers have praised the shop's friendly and helpful staff, with some stating that the staff go above and beyond to help customers find specific books. The shop's welcoming atmosphere and wide selection of books for both children and adults have also been noted as positives.
Negative Comments
On the other hand, one reviewer had a negative experience with the staff's attitude, stating that the staff member behind the counter was pretentious and condescending. Another reviewer mentioned that the shop's small size means it may not have as wide a range of books as other shops.
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