March 2024 by Matthew Cooke
Great little bookshop, the staff are friendly and I love the little spots meant for sitting and reading. Perfect for helping you decide which books to get!
November 2023 by Emma Nevin
This I what a book shop should be like books everywhere great little place
October 2023 by Jack
Great selection of books and very helpful staff.
October 2023 by Sebastian Palmer
A fantastic bookshop.My wife and I love Topping. And have visited many, many times. We?ve also enjoyed numerous author events, from Paxman and Nigella, to Antony Beevor and Rick Stein.Their selection of literature is unsurpassed, in East Anglia. It?s fabulous to have such a gem of a book store so nearby (we live in March, about 15-18 miles away).Of particular interest to me are the military history and art sections, both of which are superb. And both of which have regularly depleted my finances.Staff are friendly and helpful. And you can even get a cup of tea or coffee, and enjoy a leisurely perusal of any intriguing tomes as you sip.And, of course, it?s in the lovely ?city? (that status thanks to the awesome cathedral!), so there?s lots else to see and do.Very highly recommended.
October 2023 by stephen lamb
Excellent book shop, a wide range of books, order in what they do not stock, knowledgable helpful staff and a great place to browse.
September 2023 by Lisa
I absolutely love this place. We found it while on holiday near Ely. My kids loved it and insisted on going back before we came home. My 14yr old even asked if he could live there.They have a fantastic selection of books, friendly knowledgeable staff and they even made us free fresh coffee as we spent so long there.Please support this wonderful independent bookshop
September 2023 by Robert
Great book shop. It looks small from the outside but is split over 3 floors. Has a large variety of books.
August 2023 by Tara Collette
Lovely little bookshop discovery, they had a wide range of books and a cute little ladder to reach the top shelves Will be returning!
August 2023 by Andrew Ward
All I can say is that when we mention Ely my girls (two 12 year olds) are excited to come here. It is what bookshops should be - a place that captures their attention and fires their imagination. Plus I retreat to the poetry on the top floor and get given tea. A must visit for any booklover in Ely.
July 2023 by Stuart Britt
Spread over 3 floors, it's a deceptively large shop with a good selection of books for all ages.Easy to miss as it's away from the town centre, thoroughly recommended to while away a couple of hours.
July 2023 by Julie roberts
A brilliant book shop over 3 floors. Such a vast collection with knowledgeable staff . Every genre is covered. A must if visiting Ely . Always busy . Gift vouchers available as well
July 2023 by Phil Hearing
Just a wonderful place to visit, let alone to go and buy a book from. Free tea and Coffee and an extensive children's section. The staff are warm and approachable. A must visit in Ely! We go every-time we are in town.
June 2023 by Tony Turner
A great place. Exactly what a bookshop should be. Tremendous range. Beautifully set out. New hard backs covered. Really helpful and informed staff who clearly have a love of reading and books. I love this place.
June 2023 by Nailya Shamgunova
Everything the other reviews say is true - this is a model indie bookshop which offers a wide selection of titles, some rare, excellent curation and a stable stock of indie special editions, signed editions and other treats dear to a booklover's heart. My only issue is the pre-order system - I tried to pre-order a book by calling and paying over the phone in advance, paid, never got an email confirmation, went to pick up my book only to find out that my order was not registered (although the payment was taken). Thankfully they managed to find the transaction and my book (a limited edition) was still in stock, but the experience made me wary of pre-ordering again.
May 2023 by GPM
Great book shop, so much choice and in a lovely old building. Books well laid out and signposted, so it's easy to find specific areas of interest. Go in for a browse, come out needing a new bookcase!
