Lyalls Bookshop

Lyalls Bookshop

Lyalls Bookshop in Todmorden is a highly-rated independent treasure trove, offering a vast array of second-hand books for every taste.

Lyalls Bookshop is a highly-rated independent second-hand bookshop located at 15 Rochdale Road in Todmorden, a true gem in the heart of Yorkshire. Boasting an impressive Google rating of 4.9/5 stars from numerous positive reviews, this charming shop is celebrated by visitors as a veritable treasure trove, offering a unique and extensive selection for every avid reader.

Step inside and discover a fascinating world where every nook and cranny, and even the steps, are filled with books spanning almost every conceivable subject. Customers frequently commend the welcoming atmosphere and the ease with which hours can be spent browsing the diverse collection, often discovering unexpected literary delights. The friendly and helpful team are known for providing excellent service, ensuring a pleasant experience while finding new favourites or forgotten classics at superb prices.

Visiting Information

Lyalls Bookshop welcomes visitors Wednesday through Sunday, from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The shop is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. For convenience, the bookshop accepts a variety of payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments. Specific accessibility features for the premises have not been provided.

4.9

from 35 reviews

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Showing 5 of 35 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 3 February 2026.

Anonymous
5/5
5 years ago

Everyone, please support our second hand (and independent) bookshops. They’re a treasure trove of knowledge and ideas and talent. This one in particular deserves a visit (and a revisit). It’s superb. And the owner is extremely friendly. Lots of goodies to be found here.

Anonymous
5/5
2 years ago

I love this gem of a book shop in Todmorden. Its a fairly small place but every nook and cranny is filled with books of almost every subject, there's even piles of books on the steps! But, its so easy to spend hours in here and find books you'd never thought of before. If you visit Todmorden then visit Lyalls!

Anonymous
5/5
7 years ago

Just amazing! Friendly, excellent prices, super helpful people. Will be back again to viciously buy more books!

Anonymous
5/5
a year ago

Wonderful and a Tod institution. Absolute classic "high wobbly piles of treasure" second-hand bookshop. The owner and staff team are really friendly and can help you find things. Recently became able to take card payments (dangerous!). Fiction is upstairs.

Anonymous
5/5
2 years ago

One of my favourite secondhand bookshops, it's packed throughout with books for pretty much any interest. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and the prices are incredibly good, I often walk out with a whole stack of books. Highly recommended.

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📍 15 Rochdale Rd, Todmorden OL14 5AA, UK

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15 Rochdale Rd, Todmorden OL14 5AA, UK

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM

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