Looking for new reads to take with you on your literary walking tour of Newquay? Check out these bookstores for local and international treasures.
1. Clemo Books — The must‑visit indie bookshop
Address: 33b Bank Street, Newquay
Why go:
o Newquay’s beloved independent bookshop
o Curated new fiction, non‑fiction, YA, children’s books, and a strong Cornish section
o Hosts author events, storytelling sessions, and the Clemo Club book group
o Began as a pop‑up and now anchors the high street with a warm, community feel
Clemo Books is consistently highlighted as Newquay’s top literary stop, praised for its thoughtful selection and friendly booksellers.
2. Nadeem Book Store —General bookshop & convenience
Address: 12A Cliff Road, Newquay
Why go:
o A small, practical bookshop option
o Good for quick browsing or picking up something to read on the beach
While not as curated as Clemo Books, it’s conveniently located near the seafront and easy to pop into.
3. TG Jones —Stationery shop with some books
Address: 27 Bank Street, Newquay
Why go:
o Primarily a stationery and art‑supply store
o Carries a limited selection of books
o Useful if you need notebooks, pens, or creative supplies during your trip
Not a full bookshop, but worth mentioning if you’re already exploring Bank Street.
4. Extra stop — Trerice House Second Hand Bookstore
Address: Kestle Mill, Newquay TR8 4PG
Why go:
o Though not huge, there's a good selection of donated book across many genres
o Prices are cheap: Hard cover £2.50, Paperbacks £1.50 at the time of posting this
o Gotta love a location steeped in hundreds of years of history with a cafe right next store
o No ticket to the house required (but highly recommended)
Located on the grounds of Trerice House, you can enjoy the shops without going inside the house.
5. Extra stop —Lanhydrock House Secondhand Bookstore
Address: Lanhydrock, Bodmin PL30 5AD
Why go:
o Another National Trust secondhand bookstore on the grounds of an amazing historic site
o Prices are cheap: Hard cover £2.50, Paperbacks £1.50 at the time of posting
o This property is truly amazing, and the bookstore is a good stop for an inexpensive souvenir or a chance to pick up a read at a fantastic price.
There are also a few books inside the house's souvenir shop. Though full price, there is a decent selection of stories set in Cornwall.
No ticket to the house required (but trust me, you should go inside.)
Looking for some suggestions on what books to look for? Check out Cornwall in Literature: Where Stories Break Against the Shore.
Find the perfect location to be fully immersed in your next read at Best Reading Spots in Newquay.
At the start of your bookish travel planning? Read my full guide here.
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