A list of independent bookshops. Click on the image to visit the store’s website
The Bookshop, Wigton
The Bookshop is Scotland’s largest second-hand bookshop, and – established 50 years ago – the oldest bookshop in Wigtown, Scotland’s National Book Town. Our stock is extensive and varied, and covers nearly a mile of shelving. Watch out for the cat – he’s an animal.
Deeside Books
Deeside Books is a bookshop located in the centre of the village of Ballater on Royal Deeside, and we are on the main A93 Aberdeen to Braemar road. We are predominantly an out of print bookshop with a stock of about 10,000 titles covering a wide selection of subjects. We also have a good selection of new Scottish titles and bestsellers as well as publishing and distributing new local history books on the North-east of Scotland region. Our shop also caters for the visitor with various gifts, greeting cards and souvenirs. Parking is free and plentiful along with the attractions of various other shops, bars and restaurants in Ballater.
Yeadon’s of Banchory and Elgin
Yeadon’s of Elgin is one of the oldest continuously trading bookshops in Scotland. Established in 1887 by James Dawson Yeadon, the shop underwent an extensive refit during 2007, and now benefits from custom designed shelving and vintage furniture. The second branch of Yeadon’s opened in December 2007 in the Royal Deeside town of Banchory, providing the best books in a beautiful setting.
Books and Beans – Aberdeen
We are a Fair Trade coffee shop, café and second-hand book store situated in the city centre of Aberdeen on Belmont Street.
Our cafe is table service with Fairtrade coffee, tea, soft drinks and a menu (vegan and gluten free options) of breakfasts, toasties, omelettes, home made soups, a tasty selection of burgers, and Aberdeen largest selection of fluffy American style pancakes (all made to order) with a selection of cakes (some GF and vegan), brownies and home made scones.
We have 10,000 used and new books covering most categories across two floors.
Books and Beans is for all is to enjoy great coffee, drinks and good food in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, whilst letting the books continue their journey with you.
