London Connection1Artwords
- Details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Address
- 20-22 Broadway Market, London, E8 4QJ
- Phone
- +44 20 7923 7507
- Website
- artwords.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri 09:00-20:00 · Sat-Sun 10:00-18:00
Best Bookshops in Hackney, London
Bookshops in Hackney range from independents to chains and second-hand dealers. Below you will find our selection of 10 bookshops in Hackney, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right bookshop, typical prices and answers to common questions.
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10 Bookshops in Hackney
2Donlon Books
- Address
- 75 Broadway Market, London, E8 4PH
- Phone
- +44 20 7684 5698
- Website
- donlonbooks.com
- Opening hours
- Sun-Fri 11:00-18:00 · Sat 10:00-18:00
3Burley Fisher Books
- Address
- 400 Kingsland Road, London, E8 4AA
- Phone
- +44 20 7249 2263
- Website
- burleyfisherbooks.com
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00 · Sun 12:00-18:00
4The Broadway Bookshop
- Address
- 6 Broadway Market, London, E8 4QJ
- Phone
- +44 20 7241 1626
- Website
- broadwaybookshophackney.com
- Opening hours
- Tue-Sat 10:00-18:00 · Sun 11:00-18:00 · Mon closed
5Pages of Hackney
- Address
- 70 Lower Clapton Road, London, E5 0RN
- Phone
- +44 20 8525 1452
- Website
- pagesofhackney.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri,Sun 11:00-18:00 · Sat 10:00-18:00
6Stoke Newington Bookshop
- Address
- 159 Stoke Newington High Street, London, N16 0NY
- Website
- stokenewingtonbookshop.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00 · Sun 11:00-17:00
7The Literacy Pirates
- Address
- 138 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2NS
- Website
- literacypirates.org
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri 08:30-19:00
8Guest Editions
- Website
- guesteditions.com
9Lubavitch Bookshop
- Address
- Lubavitch House, Stamford Hill, London
10Claire de Rouen
- Address
- 11 Kingsland Road, London
How to choose a bookshop in Hackney
- Independents host author events.
- Ask staff for recommendations.
- Order books for collection.
- Second-hand shops are great value.
Checks and regulation: Independent bookshops are often members of the Booksellers Association.
How much does a bookshop cost in Hackney?
New paperbacks cost £8–£12. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.
Bookshops across Hackney
Hackney covers neighbourhoods such as Shoreditch, Dalston, Hackney Central, Stoke Newington, Hoxton, Clapton, Homerton, Hackney Wick (postcodes E2, E5, E8, E9, N1, N16, EC2). The bookshops listed on this page are located in or around E8, E5, N16. Getting around is easy thanks to the Overground, Greater Anglia trains and the Northern line at Old Street and Manor House. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.
Bookshops in nearby boroughs
- Bookshops in Haringey
- Bookshops in Islington
- Bookshops in Newham
- Bookshops in Tower Hamlets
- Bookshops in Waltham Forest
Frequently asked questions
Can a bookshop in Hackney order a book for me?
Yes. Most bookshops can order any book in print, usually arriving within two to three days.
Are there second-hand bookshops?
Some shops on this page sell used and rare books, and charity shops are another good source.
Do bookshops host events?
Independent bookshops often host author talks, book clubs and children's story times.
Listings are compiled from public business information and OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.