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Welcome to The Book Nook!

We are a brand new independent book shop in Tollesbury.  We are are store built by the community for the community.

Our shelves contain both new and used books.

The shop, itself, contains a small tearoom, with shelving that contain books and games for customers to stay and read or play.  With free Wi-Fi, and an abundance of plug sockets, its the perfect place to work from out but away from home.  Our walls host work from local artists to peruse or buy.

We're open six days a week (Monday to Saturday), and we can also order in and deliver any book in print that you can't find in store or online. We can take orders by phone, email or DM.  Keep an eye on our socials for any bookish events, including workshops and author talks, you can also subscribe to our Eventbrite to stay up to date.

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Facilities

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments

Groups

  • Education/study area

Property Facilities

  • WiFi or internet access

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The Book Nook

19 West Street, Tollesbury, Essex, CM9 8RJ

Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
Monday - Friday09:30 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00
SundayClosed
Bank HolidayClosed

What's Nearby

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  3. Tollesbury War Memorials & Commonwealth War Graves

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  1. WhimbrelArt gallery

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  2. Tollesbury Recreation Ground

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  3. Tollesbury Congregational Church

    Tollesbury Congregational Church has served the village since 1803.

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  4. Tollesbury Wick Marshes

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  6. Trinity Lightvessel

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    1.03 miles away
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  11. St Lawrence Bay / Stone beach

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