Aldous Books

For Bookshop of the Year, Merseyside 2026

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Aldous Books is an independent bookshop based at the Bluecoat in Liverpool city centre. Run by Steve and Gina Aldous, it specialises in rare, antiquarian and high-quality second-hand books while also showcasing work connected with local writers and artists. The shop is particularly known for its carefully selected and unusual stock. It has earned excellent customer feedback and is a distinctive part of Liverpool's independent bookselling scene.

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