Second Hand Bookshops

A legendary spot for collectors. Known for high turnover and floor-to-ceiling stacks of rare finds and £1 bargains.

Unassuming from the outside but vast inside. The ground floor is packed with books, while the basement is a haven for second-hand sheet music.

A specialist in the most up-to-date publications on contemporary visual culture, including fashion and architecture.

A world-renowned shop dedicated entirely to food and wine. It features a test kitchen at the back where recipes from the books are cooked daily.

Famous for its beautiful Edwardian galleries and oak balconies. Books are uniquely arranged by country rather than genre.

The oldest independent French bookshop in London, serving the local French community with new releases and classics.

The go-to destination for graphic novels and comics. Known for its stylish interior and exclusive small-press editions.

London's oldest bookshop, established in 1797. It holds three Royal Warrants and exudes traditional British elegance.

A charming charity-run shop known for excellent bargains and a friendly, community-focused atmosphere.

A true "piled high" bookshop where the owner can find almost anything in his massive warehouse nearby. It feels like a time capsule.

A true hidden gem with an unassuming front that opens into a vast space packed with books and an extensive basement for sheet music.

Located opposite the British Museum, it has specialized in Asian and African studies for over a century.

A beloved community institution for over 30 years with an eclectic stock and a famous resident shop cat.

While a street rather than one shop, this pedestrian thoroughfare is a "bookshop row" essential for any CMS database of London books.

The legendary flagship store spanning several floors with miles of shelving. It features a great cafe and an impressive events space.

The UK's first LGBTQ+ bookshop. A vital community hub with a carefully curated selection of queer literature and history.

A family-run shop and cafe. It’s the perfect neighborhood spot to browse records, maps, and books while having a coffee in the garden.

Housed in a Georgian townhouse, this legendary shop is famous for its literary subscriptions and bespoke library building services for private clients.

A landmark of radical literature since 1945, specializing in books on peace, social justice, and progressive politics.

Now co-located with the European Bookshop, it remains the primary specialist for Italian language and literature.