Foster Books

55 reviews

183 Chiswick High Rd., Chiswick, London W4 2DR, United Kingdom

www.fosterbooks.co.uk

+442089952768

About

Foster Books is a Rare book store located at 183 Chiswick High Rd., Chiswick, London W4 2DR, United Kingdom. It has received 55 reviews with an average rating of 4.7 stars.

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Hours

Monday10:30AM-5:30PM
Tuesday10:30AM-5:30PM
Wednesday10:30AM-5:30PM
Thursday10:30AM-5:30PM
Friday11AM-4PM
Saturday10:30AM-5:30PM
Sunday10:30AM-5:30PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Foster Books: 183 Chiswick High Rd., Chiswick, London W4 2DR, United Kingdom

  • Foster Books has 4.7 stars from 55 reviews

  • Rare book store

  • "What are you reading at the moment? Do you have any good recommendations? I’ve been reading “The New Parisienne - The Women & Ideas shaping Paris” by Lindsey Tramuta and I’m really enjoying it! It’s so inspiring and motivating to read about such talented and revolutionary women"

    "This book shop is truly a wonder to lose time in"

    "The oldest shop on Chiswick High Road hosts the amazing Fosters' Book Shop"

    "Super helpful lady manning the front desk"

    "Ordered online to Australia through AbeBooks, as well as directly through the store's website, and received my treasured items within a month"

Reviews

  • Mehmet Sarıgül

What are you reading at the moment? Do you have any good recommendations? I’ve been reading “The New Parisienne - The Women & Ideas shaping Paris” by Lindsey Tramuta and I’m really enjoying it! It’s so inspiring and motivating to read about such talented and revolutionary women. …

  • katie hyatt

This book shop is truly a wonder to lose time in. Although it isn’t large it contains an incredible amount of material. I even found a book specific to my interests. The prices are very reasonable and the owner is very kind. I always look forward to the opportunity to return.

  • Twenty Something London

The oldest shop on Chiswick High Road hosts the amazing Fosters' Book Shop. Owner Stephen stocks a ridiculous number of 2nd hand books priced from an extremely fair £2 and upwards. His stock of books are hand picked by the man himself and

  • sandhya anand

Super helpful lady manning the front desk. She checked for affordable copies of a book I was looking for and did so even when I didn't buy anything. I will definitely be back to spend more time here as most of the books seem wonderful❤️

  • oggle fodden

Ordered online to Australia through AbeBooks, as well as directly through the store's website, and received my treasured items within a month. The books were carefully and safely packaged which is surprisingly rare through AbeBooks.

  • Jessica Sinclair

Tucked into the main thoroughfare of Chiswick, stands this beautiful 18th century bow-fronted windowed shop and possibly listed building. Current owner 2nd generation and been there forever.

  • Mark White

Ordered a book from here, by a third party, great packaging and quite speedy delivery. Next time I'm down in London, will pop in. I bought a book that was gifted to someone in 1910!

  • Lisa Grayston

An absolute gem of a bookstore. Surprising and endearing collection of some really impressive and rare books at really very good prices. Its a must visit if you are in the area.

  • Rani

Such a gorgeous bookshop! Was pleasantly surprised to discover that a number of the books were affordable on our student budget and there was a wonderful selection ✨ …

  • Maria P.

Beautiful antique books here, tucked away in the heart of busy Chiswick. As if from another era. There are many treasures to be found here

  • Edwin Parsons

Traditional antiquarian and collectors book shop. Reassuring amount of clutter, well worth browsing. Friendly and knowledgeable owners.

  • Camellia Yang

What a great second hand bookshop. It’s been running for almost 50 years and also helped a lot of movies by providing books prop.

  • Swathi Anil

Very quaint and lovely bookstore in Chiswick. Thank you to the gentleman at the store for reading recommendations …

  • lucienation

A 'must visit' for anyone who can read - or for anyone wishing to learn. A place filled with treasures of the written word!

  • Marco Domizio

This is a charming little bookshop which specialises in first book editions and rare books. It is very well worth a visit

  • R G

The man running the shop at time of my visit was watching me as if I was going to steal something. Would not return.

  • Alicia Julián Beltrán

Lovely second-hand bookstore. It has a wide variety of books, so it is easy to lose track of time among its shelves.

  • Owen

Amazing shop, the likes of which I've never seen in the states. I plan on going back before my time here is up!

  • jeff benjamin

Trading from an appropriate 18th.Century building that adds gravitas, a veneer of authenticity and authority.

  • Karl 1974

Booksellers in an 18th-century building, for first editions, fine bindings and antiquarian volumes.

  • Emily Smith

A beautiful little bookshop with a big selection of second hand and antique books.

  • Natasa Bougeli

Amazing and atmospheric!!! You can find -literally- treasures, there!!!

  • Marinela Paunoiu

A charming place with beautiful books. I felt like in a fairy tale.

  • micol_ bartolucci

Very well stocked, full of interesting books and in good condition

  • David O'Callaghan

Very good book shop, very helpful staff. Definitely worth a visit.

  • Henrietta McCausland

Wonderful environment, a real treasure and the staff are a hoot

  • T P

Such a sweet gem of a place! The smell is intoxicating. ❤

  • Marta Fortuna

Exceptional you get lost in time!! A magical place!!!!!

  • EJ F

Good for finding last minute birthday presents!

  • Corina Pickering

Cute bookshop, good prices and friendly staff!

  • Guy Sheldon

Great bookstore with an oldy worldy feel.

  • Aaron N M

Some rare & hard to find items here

  • James McLaren

Really special place, a real gem.

  • A.S. Tarapuri

Amazing service! Thank you.

  • Welsh Skies

A proper book shop.

  • Traveller

London Book store.

  • Seb London

Polite service.

  • Hadi Mirzaei

Piece of jewel

  • Kim Bast

Excellent!

  • ASKY 24

Very good

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