A diverse array of books with handwritten staff recommendations and reviews to guide your choices.
Order any book through our website or in-store, with notifications when it arrives for convenient pickup.
Earn points with purchases to enjoy discounts and exclusive offers as a valued customer.
Friendly, knowledgeable staff provide tailored book suggestions across all genres.
Participate in our 'pay it forward' scheme and other initiatives to support local readers and causes.
Fantastic bookshop, so nice to have one on the highstreet. You can order books in, plus there's a loyalty scheme, and a "pay it forward" scheme.
Love this bookshop. Friendly and knowledgable staff. Incredible array of books with handwritten recommendations and reviews. Will definitely visit again. Great rewards scheme too
This book shop is truly lovely! I can order from their website and I get told when it arrives. The staff are super friendly and really attentive. Absolutely fine on in!
Really lovely staff, and a great selection of different books. Always happy to recommend a book, or to order something in.
A great bookshop with superb curation. I’ve always had great recommendations across a diverse set of genres, and look forward to going as often as possible for the next one!

Your local haven for curated reads, friendly advice, and community spirit in Bristol.
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The Small City Bookshop is a beloved independent bookstore located at 201 Church Rd in Redfield, Bristol. We offer a thoughtfully curated selection of books across diverse genres, complemented by handwritten staff recommendations. Our knowledgeable and attentive team provides personalized service, including special orders, a loyalty rewards scheme, and a 'pay it forward' program. With a 4.8-star rating from our community, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming space for book lovers to discover their next favorite read.
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