The Haunted Bookshop

Used book store · Cambridge

The Haunted Bookshop

Used book store · Cambridge

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9 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge CB2 3PJ, United Kingdom

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Compact shop specialising in children's and illustrated secondhand and antiquarian books.  

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9 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge CB2 3PJ, United Kingdom Get directions

sarahkeybooks.co.uk

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9 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge CB2 3PJ, United Kingdom Get directions

+44 1223 312913
sarahkeybooks.co.uk

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Tucked away on a quiet lane, The Haunted Bookshop evokes the magic of Cambridge’s literary legacy. Specializing in children’s books and rare editions, it has charmed visitors for decades and is frequently recommended by The Guardian and local guides. The shelves are filled with treasures for book collectors and casual browsers alike, and the owners’ passion for literature is infectious. The shop’s welcoming, slightly eccentric ambiance offers a delightful escape from the bustle of city life.

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Luca “Otago”

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Very cute bookshop. Lots of very rare and unique books to go through. It’s easy to spend over an hour here. Must see in Cambridge. Below scores are out of 5 ⭐️s 😉 Customer Service   5 ⭐️ 🙂 Atmosphere   5 ⭐️ 🙂 Presentation   5 ⭐️ 🙂 Products   5 ⭐️ 🙂 Location 5 ⭐️ 🙂 Price £ (rated between 1 - 5 £) 🅿️ Parking:    Lots of paid parking available Overall   5 ⭐️

Stephanie Davy

Google
Well we didn’t get to see any ghosts but this little shop was worth the look of you are a bookish person, lots of interesting little treasures to be discovered in this little store.

Claudine Virgo

Google
Lovely staff, great selection of books. Spent more than I should have 😂🤣

Florentin Devina

Google
They have a crazy amount of leather covered vintage books. I honestly didn't dare to ask for the price, definitely a heaven for collectors. But it's a nice place to take refuge from the busy streets.

Iarina

Google
Really small but interesting bookshop with a surprisingly large selection for its size. Staff was also friendly.

Nicholas Bennett

Google
Sadly the stock is not sorted. Upstairs there were copies of the Schoolboys Own Library in three separate places. Prices were very high (£12) for poor quality copies. Normal price for reasonable copies £3.

Nicole Goff

Google
It's an interesting little shop. I didn't hear any of the haunted tales or anything. It definitely seems like a "hole in the wall" type place. Very tiny and cramped but I think it adds to the aesthetic. I do think it could be a little more organized as it's very hard if you're looking for a specific type of book. Overall I'd say it's okay and would recommend for the experience if you're not big on chain bookstores.

Tom Oldham

Google
Range is great, pricing very on the nose, occasionally a bit expensive, you wont find a bargain, they know their onions, but the price is offset by having such scarcity in one place. Staff aren't falling over themselves to help, but then I'm not a bewildered toddler so it all works out. they were happy for me to sprot around. Often, to my great annoyance, with a shop like this there are unspoken rules - "don't touch THAT pile of books" or "Don't go in THAT room that looks like every other room and has no signage indicating you shouldn't enter", none of that here, "can I look at these difficult to get to books against this wall?" wave of the hand and affirmative grunt, brilliant. As a result I spent a lot of money and plan to again.