The Olde Bookshop

Shopping · Saltash

About The Olde Bookshop

The Olde Bookshop is a shopping stop on Fore Street in Saltash. You will find it at number 3, with the postcode PL12 6JW. This type of shop usually sells second hand books, local interest titles, and the odd paperback or hardback for a quiet afternoon. Because it is a small independent shop, the stock can change from week to week. Also, the opening times may follow the habits of the town rather than long retail hours. If you plan a visit, the phone number is on this listing. Then you can ask about what is on the shelves before you travel.

What to expect at the shop

A bookshop in a Cornish town like Saltash often has a calm, unhurried feel. You may find shelves arranged by genre, with some local history and fiction mixed in. The Olde Bookshop is a place to browse without pressure. A visitor can spend ten minutes or half an hour, depending on what catches the eye. Because stock is likely to be second hand, each title may be a one off. Also, a small shop can be good for a friendly chat about authors or the local area. If you are looking for a particular book, a phone call ahead is sensible. Then you will not make a wasted trip.

Making a day of it in Saltash

Fore Street is a short walk from other points of interest. Nearby, you can see the War Memorial Saltash. Also, The Royal Albert Bridge, sometimes called Brunel’s Bridge, has viewing points in the town. The bridge itself is close to the river. After a look at the books, you could walk towards the bridge for a view. Then you might stop for a bite at The Live and Let Live Inn, Just Be Coffee & Food Bar, or The Old Bakery Tearoom. Because Saltash is compact, the shop fits easily into a morning or afternoon out. You can park once, walk the street, see the bridge, and then sit down for coffee. That makes The Olde Bookshop a simple part of a wider visit, not the only reason to come.

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