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New & secondhand bookshop in Hay-on-Wye

Richard Booth's Bookshop

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The shop at the heart of the town that invented the idea of a book town. Spread over several floors behind a tiled Victorian façade, it mixes secondhand stock with new books and a small cinema.
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    Where is Richard Booth's Bookshop?

    Richard Booth's Bookshop is listed in Hay-on-Wye, United Kingdom. The recorded address is 44 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5AA.

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    What sort of bookshop is Richard Booth's Bookshop?

    The Atlas records it as a new & secondhand bookshop. Listed interests include General stock, Local history, Literature. These categories describe the shop rather than its live stock. Contact it directly about a particular title or edition.

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    Recorded opening hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–17:30; Sun 11:00–17:00. Public holidays, events and temporary closures can change these hours. Confirm directly before making a special trip.

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    The recorded wheelchair-access information is “yes”. This is source information, not an access inspection by Creasy Spines. Ask the shop about entrances, aisles, levels and facilities that matter for your visit.

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    The listing records a verification on 2026-10-01. Hours, stock and facilities can change afterward. Corrections help other readers plan a better visit.

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