RICHARD BOOTH’S BOOKSHOP
Richard Booth’s idea that a town of books could become an international attraction, transformed the small market community of Hay-On-Wye into the world’s first booktown.
This landmark bookshop on Lion Street extends over three floors, is packed with volumes from near and far and managed by specialist department heads.
In the Bookshop
“I’m looking for a book”
We hear this a lot. Click on the link below to view a colour-coded floorplan of the shop.
Secondhand & New Books
Out of print editions, classic reprints and recently published titles.
Art & Craft
A curated collection of books, supplies and materials.
News and Events
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Cinema Projectionist Role Vacancy
We are looking for a professional to work as a part-time Projectionist in our cinema.
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Hay Music April 2026
The Hay Music Trust will be hosting the New London Chamber Ensemble (NLCE), a “wind quintet with a difference”, at…
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Hay Festival 2026
The annual Hay Festival will run from the 21st to the 31st May this year, with a wide range of…
Richard Booth’s Cinema
Entrance located on Brook Street
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“The new book is for the ego;
Richard Booth MBE 1938 – 2019
the secondhand book is for the intellect”