An excellent bookshop in the centre of Cambridge, with a huge range of both academic and more…read moremainstream texts. I was after a copy of Pevsner, (eclectic tastes, I'm afraid) and they had the full range in stock. Great stuff. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. A long queue formed on my visit, but they got in 2 extra staff to tackle it after less than a minute. Recommended.

They don't take refunds on statute books (a book which has the law of something on it, in my case…read morethe Companys Act, 2006 and related laws). Something they didn't tell me when I first purchased the product. Something that wasn't reflected in the receipt. Something that wasn't on a sign on the counter. All they could offer was "sorry". What is the reason for this, I asked? Because statute books can be photocopied and returned. But that is the same for ALL books in theory. Actually it is even less likely for statute books, because YOU CAN PRINT IT FOR FREE ON THE INTERNET. I imagine they must have other nonsensical policies out there just waiting to bite you. Out of principle, I won't be buying anything from this place ever. Amazon here I come.

This café has got no background music and is open till 8pm. As this combo is absolutely unique in…read moreEngland, there must be some big BUT for me to not award full five stars. This BUT is the café's air-condition. I understand that when it is 28° outside, they want to cool their spaces down a bit, but what they are doing is way over the top. I have to bring additional layers which I put on *inside* the café, which just feels completely stupid. Plus air-conditioning is extremely energetically demanding (much more than heating), so in the price of my drink I am effectively covering the cost of them making me feel unpleasant.

I can't believe how long it took me to find this Cambridge gem. This enormous, three-story…read morebookstore is packed wall to wall with an enormous selection, but with enough cozy leather seats to invite you to get lost in. The staff is knowledgable and friendly, and it has a great café on the second floor. I look forward to spending many more hours hear and highly recommend it.

Bijou bookshop, specialising in childrens' and illustrated books - look inside to find any of those…read moreFamous Five stories you missed the first time round, and wonder at what they'd be worth now ( had they not fallen to bits).

This bookstore is joined to a dept store. It is fair in size. It has a lovely kids dept at the back…read moreof the store. They have a limited section of reference books. The prices are not very competitive and you can often find them cheaper elsewhere. The shop is nice for a wander round but I would check prices elsewhere first. The staff are pleasant and freindly.

This book store is located in an ideal location, on the high street, with plenty of parking…read moreavailable in several locations. It stocks books about anything you could desire. And it also often has good deals. I have often picked up some good bargains. It is ideal for picking out birthday presents or christmas presents, or even for anniversaries or valentines. I much prefer this to the more common borders or woolies. Very much recommended.

This is a great bookshop right in the middle of the town centre. They have a great range of both…read morefiction and nonfiction available. Its also possible to purchase childrens books and some gift items.

This bookshop is one of a kind! It is huge and has many entry points along the storefront. It…read morealmost feels like a few shops from the front, but once you go inside, it all connects in the back. The highlight is the large room that has the sunken area full of books. There is even a photo spot marked for you to take it all in on your camera. I love that although it is large and has tons of books, it didn't feel cramped and unorganized. My favorite part of the store was in the back where they had high value books for sale. Thee are one of a kind, super ild editions that are in great condition and there is a whole team to curate and market these books. We got to see them in real life!

Far be it from me to suggest you make a trip to Oxford just to visit one of the most wonderful…read morebookstores ever, but if you happen to be in or near Oxford it'd be a shame to miss out. Despite a plethora of 1-star reviews of Blackwell's online ordering service, the in-store experience is sheer delight. The selection (on multiple stories of the building) is simply stunning. Not wanting to come back home with a suitcase full of books (well, wanting to but loathe to carry them), my purchase here was a single book which I read in its entirety before leaving the UK. Bookstores which began their lives in the 1800's are rare finds. Blackwell's is one and they haven't endured due to mere good luck. Someone is paying attention to the look and feel of the place as well as the vast and deep selection of great reads. Blackwell's is a great place to get lost in.

Always a treat! Food in the cafe bookshop varies from…read morepastry and cakes, to hot baguettes and paninis, soup and the dish of the day. This can be pasta or pies with salad. The staff is quick and friendly, there aren't many tables and only a small.outside area, but everything can be ordered to taken away. The coffee is amazing and there is a good choice of tea. Portions are not huge, but food is always fresh. I love eating there and it I'd always busy.