London Connection1Foyles
- Address
- London Waterloo Station, Lower Concourse, London, SE1 8SW
- Phone
- +44 20 3206 2680
- Website
- foyles.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri 07:00-21:30 · Sat 09:00-21:00 · Sun 10:00-18:00
Best Bookshops in Lambeth, London
Bookshops in Lambeth range from independents to chains and second-hand dealers. Below you will find our selection of 9 bookshops in Lambeth, 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.
9listed
3with phone number
6with website
4open on Sundays
9 Bookshops in Lambeth
2Bookmongers
- Address
- 439 Coldharbour Lane, London, SW9 8LN
- Phone
- +44 20 7738 4225
- Website
- bookmongers.com
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sat 10:30-18:30 · Sun 11:00-16:00
3Shalimar Books
- Address
- 38 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 4LS
- Phone
- +44 20 7735 2101
- Website
- indianbooksuk.com
4Round Table Books
- Address
- Granville Arcade, 73 Coldharbour Lane, London, SW9 8PS
- Website
- roundtablebooks.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Sun,Mon-Fri 11:00-17:30 · Sat 09:30-17:30
5TGJones
- Address
- 180 - 182 Streatham High Road, Streatham, London, SW16 1BH
- Website
- tgjonesonline.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri 09:00-15:00 · Sat 09:00-12:30
6Waterstones
- Address
- Streatham High Road, Streatham, London
- Website
- waterstones.com
7Herne Hill Books
- Address
- 289 Railton Road, London
- Opening hours
- Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00 · Sat 09:30-17:30 · Sun 09:30-16:00
8Beautiful Books
- Address
- 24 Brixton Station Road, London, SW9 8PD
9Clapham Books
- Address
- 26 The Pavement, London
How to choose a bookshop in Lambeth
- 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 Lambeth?
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 Lambeth
Lambeth covers neighbourhoods such as Brixton, Clapham, Vauxhall, Waterloo, South Bank, Kennington, Stockwell, Streatham (postcodes SE1, SE11, SE24, SE27, SW2, SW4, SW8, SW9, SW16). The bookshops listed on this page are located in or around SE1, SW9, SE11, Streatham. Getting around is easy thanks to the Victoria, Northern and Bakerloo lines, and national rail at Waterloo, Vauxhall and Clapham High Street. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.
Bookshops in nearby boroughs
- Bookshops in Bromley
- Bookshops in Merton
- Bookshops in Southwark
- Bookshops in Wandsworth
- Bookshops in Westminster
Frequently asked questions
Can a bookshop in Lambeth 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.