People’s Bookshop

Independent bookshop · Durham

People’s
Bookshop

Opening hoursMon–Sat · 10am–5pmSunday · 11am–3pm
Find us19 High Street, DurhamDH1 3UJ

Radical and second-hand books in the centre of Durham.

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The front of People’s Bookshop on Durham High Street
People’s Bookshop, 19 High Street
People’s Bookshop volunteers at the Durham Miners’ Gala
People’s Bookshop at Durham Miners Gala, in 2025
Community Benefit Society

Community owned.

People’s Bookshop is a Community Benefit Society, run by a manager and around 40 volunteers.

Great People & Great Books.
I like that there is a space for people like me.
Hub of workers’ solidarity and affordable books.
I love you because you have a conscience (this Jew supports Palestine).
Lovely environment and people! Great place for a chat.
I love that you prioritise empathy, solidarity & understanding.
The lovely, welcoming environment means that I look forward to my volunteering shift every week!
The conversations I have here are some of the best I have ever had.
This place feels like a home – identity & love.
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