Drake The Bookshop

Drake The Bookshop

Discover a delightful independent bookshop in Stockton-on-Tees, offering a wide selection of books and a warm, inviting atmosphere for browsing.

Drake The Bookshop is a highly-rated independent bookshop nestled in the heart of Stockton-on-Tees. Boasting an impressive Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, it's celebrated by visitors as an amazing and wonderful literary destination, cherished for its charm and welcoming feel.

Customers consistently praise the shop for its extensive and diverse range of books, making it a genuine pleasure to wander around and discover new reads. Beyond its shelves, the bookshop offers a welcoming atmosphere where visitors can enjoy a delicious hot drink, such as hot chocolate or coffee, adding to the relaxed experience. The friendly and helpful team is committed to providing excellent customer service, ensuring every visit is enjoyable and fulfilling.

Visiting Information

Drake The Bookshop is open Monday to Saturday, from 9:30 AM. Closing times are 5:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with extended hours until 7:00 PM on Tuesdays. The bookshop features a wheelchair-accessible entrance, making it welcoming for all. For convenience, a variety of payment options are accepted, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments.

4.8

from 139 reviews

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Showing 5 of 139 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 6 February 2026.

Anonymous
5/5
2 months ago

Amazing little book store, first went there with a school trip. Took my mum and brothers today. They loved it, we had hot chocolates and my mum had a flat white, it was delicious. Excellent customer service from Richard. Thank you.

Anonymous
5/5
4 years ago

So pleased to find that Stockton-on-Tees has a wonderful book shop. Such a good range of books and such lovely friendly and helpful staff. You can even get a coffee. I will certainly be back very soon for more books. Certainly we'll worth a visit.

Anonymous
5/5
3 years ago

Loved this place. I have always just grabbed my books from Waterstones, but I thought I'd make more of an effort to support independent sellers. I am glad that I did! The shop with decorated really nicely, and it is a genuine pleasure to just wander around and browse. I had no idea what I wanted to buy, so I was in there for a good 25 minutes. The staff were kind and asked me if I needed help once and then just let me explore. I must have seemed a little strange! I ended up getting two books that I would have never have known about or bought otherwise.

Anonymous
5/5
a year ago

Great place! I got in and found a book I have been looking for for some time. I asked the lady at the till if they had notebooks, she said only journals, and pointed me in the direction of another shop. And then I discovered another brilliant shop in this little alley. I haven't been to this alley before, now it is going to be a must when I go to Stockton High Street. Brilliant place, great service! Always happy to support local. I didn't have much time yesterday but at a glance looks like a wonderful place for children and adult book lovers alike! Stockton needed a place like this. Many thanks!!!

Anonymous
4/5
7 months ago

Great store, great staff, always so willing to help. Being able to order books in, and being able to preorder books makes it so easy. Just ashame there's not enough room for either of my wheelchairs inside/to get around inside the store.

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📍 26-27 Silver St, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 1SX, UK

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26-27 Silver St, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 1SX, UK

Opening Hours

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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