Book-ish Abergavenny

Abergavenny
Dark-painted Book-ish shop front with books displayed in the window on Frogmore Street, Abergavenny.
A woman holding A Little Trickerie by Rosanna Pike in front of bookshop shelves.
Colourful illustrated spines of children’s books arranged in a row.
Dark-painted Book-ish shop front with books displayed in the window on Frogmore Street, Abergavenny.
A woman holding A Little Trickerie by Rosanna Pike in front of bookshop shelves.
Colourful illustrated spines of children’s books arranged in a row.

Welcome to Book-ish Abergavenny

Book-ish Abergavenny is an independent bookshop at 55a Frogmore Street, with reading ideas for adults and children. Browse the shelves, ask the booksellers for a recommendation or get help finding a particular title. The shop is part of the Book-ish business, alongside the original bookshop and café in Crickhowell.

You can also browse Book-ish’s online bookshop for books, special editions, pre-orders and gifts. For a visit to the Abergavenny branch, check its own opening hours on the contact page or phone the local shop on 01873 598607.

Books and events

Book-ish organises author talks, signings, book clubs and other literary events. These take place at a range of venues, including locations in Abergavenny and Crickhowell, so check the venue and access information for your chosen event before booking. Tickets are available through the events page, with help from the central Book-ish team by phone or in person.

The Book-ish Café is at the Crickhowell branch, where you can combine browsing with breakfast, coffee or a light meal.

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Emma Corfield-Walters
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info@book-ish.co.uk
01873 598607

Book-ish Abergavenny, 55a Frogmore Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5AR

Dark-painted Book-ish shop front with books displayed in the window on Frogmore Street, Abergavenny.

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