Books For All

Books For All

Discover a treasure trove of pre-loved books at this charming independent bookshop in the heart of Harrogate.

About Books For All

Nestled on Commercial Street in the bustling town of Harrogate, Books For All is a highly-rated independent second-hand bookshop, celebrated for its vast and varied collection. With an impressive Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 142 reviews, it's a firm favourite among locals and visitors alike seeking literary gems.

Explore a World of Books

Stepping inside this inviting establishment, visitors are greeted by a genuinely cosy atmosphere, perfect for an unhurried browse. The shop prides itself on a massive selection of pre-loved books, carefully organised across numerous genres and diverse specialist sections.

Customers frequently commend the excellent range available, often highlighting:

  • A wide array of fiction and non-fiction titles.
  • Dedicated areas for niche interests such as psychology, philosophy, and mysticism.
  • Reasonable pricing, making discovery accessible to all bibliophiles.
  • A warm and welcoming environment, ideal for finding your next read.

Whether you're searching for a classic novel, an obscure academic text, or simply a captivating story, Books For All offers an engaging experience for every book lover.

4.8

from 142 reviews

Google Reviews

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Showing 5 of 142 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 5 February 2026.View all on Google →

Mark Deadman
4/5
12/10/2025

Found this on a general browse around the area and can rarely resist the attractions of a second hand bookstore. Here they have all the key features you would typically expect of such a place. Floor to ceiling book walls (and with high ceilings too!), multiple floors, and several rooms further divided by shelves up to ceiling level. A real pleasure to explore, and I think the 'way out' sign was only half joking and half actually necessary. They say you can lose yourself in a good book, what they don't tell you is that you can also more literally lose yourself in a good bookshop.

Bex M
5/5
15/07/2022

What a lovely second hand book shop! There's a massive selection with lots of specialist sections, all at a reasonable price! The staff are friendly and helpful, an overall magical experience. I recommend this book shop to all book enthusiasts!

Eve Sanoussi
5/5
29/06/2025

Very cozy little bookshop in the busiest part of Harrogate. They had an excellent selection of psychology, philosophy, and occult/mysticism books (my usual go-to sections). As a result, I found a couple of real gems here, such as a “Hags and Heroes,” by Jungian analyst Polly Young-Eisendrath. Definitely recommend stopping by if you’re in the area!

Ryan Shaw
5/5
14/05/2022

What a gem of a shop! There is a book for everyone here and the fact they're second hand makes it even better! All shelves are labelled and organised very well. A must visit when in Harrogate!

Amanda
5/5
18/10/2025

Great little aladins cave for the book lover, worth a nosey round you may find that hidden treasure you were looking for

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📍 23A Commercial St, Harrogate HG1 1UB, UK

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Address

23A Commercial St, Harrogate HG1 1UB, UK

Opening Hours

Monday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Source: Google