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I wanted a hardback copy of Nelson by Dominic Sandbrook for my grandson to add to his collection of other hardback books in the series . The book arrived promptly , carefully packaged , wrapped in s... See more
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A Perfect Parcel My books arrived speedily and were beautifully wrapped in decorated wrapping paper, which made opening my parcel a real joy. Browsing in a bookshop is a real treat but having a parc... See more
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Great advice given in the store which enabled me to purchase a book for my Granddaughter and have it delivered directly to her. I was able to order, pay and add a personal message all very simply o... See more
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At Winstone’s we are unashamedly passionate about books and reading, we are stuffed to the gills with books stocking over 6,000 titles. If you can’t find the book you're looking for then we can order any British book in print - most titles are delivered to store within 24 hours.
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8 Cheap Street, DT9 3PX, Sherborne, United Kingdom
- 01935 816128
- winstonebooks.co.uk
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Carefully packaged book
I wanted a hardback copy of Nelson by Dominic Sandbrook for my grandson to add to his collection of other hardback books in the series .
The book arrived promptly , carefully packaged , wrapped in special paper inside sturdy cardboard packaging . Great, as it’s a book to keep !
15 March 2026
Reply from Winstone's Books
Glad you're happy with the service Patricia. The book is now out of print in hard back so I think you have one of the last copies out there.
See you next time and thank you for shopping with us.
Hazel
Winstone’s Hunting Raven is a gem
Winstone’s Hunting Raven in Frome is a delightful bookshop. Excellent service (order a book and it’s there the next day). Lovely informed staff. Interesting book events. We’re so lucky to have this shop.
11 March 2026
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thank you Angela for your kind comments re Hunting Raven, much appreciated.
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Thanks for the stars Caroline!
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thanks Beccy, much appreciated
Disappointing
I'm sorry to say this was not a welcoming event. The information email mentioned some kind of groups to welcome and include people coming alone. I saw no sign of this.
2 February 2026
Quick delivery of signed copy of book…
Quick delivery of signed copy of book in perfect condition, great correspondence regarding delivery.
2 February 2026
Reply from Winstone's Books
Glad you were happy with the service and thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review.
Reply from Winstone's Books
Hi Karen,
Thanks for ordering with us at Winstone's and thanks also
for taking the time to write a lovely review!
Many thanks
Hazel
positive
The website is hard to get a grip on, but the staff are great: kind, considerate, thoughtful, resourceful.
11 December 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Glad you ultimately had a good Winstone's experience. You can always phone us if it's easier than navigating the website, we're happy to help either way.
Thanks for taking the time to leave a lovely review,
See you soon
Hazel
Fabulous communication and prompt…
Fabulous communication and prompt response via email, my order arrived quickly.
Thank You
9 December 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Hi Karen,
Thanks for ordering with us at Winstone's and thanks also for taking the time to post such a lovely review!
See you next time,
Hazel
A Perfect Parcel
A Perfect Parcel
My books arrived speedily and were beautifully wrapped in decorated wrapping paper, which made opening my parcel a real joy. Browsing in a bookshop is a real treat but having a parcel of books is the next best thing, and it is special to know that ordering thus, helps to keep this bookshop going.
20 November 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Glad you're happy with your books.
Thanks for ordering with us and for taking the time to leave such a lovely review!
An exceptional book shop
An exceptional book shop - brilliantly staffed and stocked by people who know and appreciate books
10 November 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thank you Peter and for your support of the years too, best wishes Wayne
Excellent bookshop
Excellent bookshop. Able to order if they don’t have the book you want in stock. Very friendly, local bookstore.
16 November 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thank for you support Karen and for taking the time to leave such a lovely review.
A great place to go
A great place to go. The Frome branch, has a great selection of books, easy to get around, collecting my order was simple, and done so in a very friendly and pleasant manner. Will definitely be going back again. Thoroughly recommend it. Top marks.
7 November 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thank you Marcus for your kind review - it's much appreciated. Best wishes, Wayne Winstone
The diary was easy to order
The diary was easy to order. It arrived quickly I was kept informed about when it would arrive. The diary was prettily packed. I was pleased to order from an independent book shop rather than elsewhere
5 November 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thank you Diana, I am glad all went well with the order. Best wishes Wayne
What a real bookshop should be
Exactly what a real bookshop should be.... fantastic guidance and support, amazing service and friendly beyond the call of friendlyness.
29 October 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thank you Peter, much appreciated. Best wishes Wayne Winstone
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thank you Paul , we look forward to working with you again
My book came beautifully wrapped
My book came beautifully wrapped, and very well packaged. A lovely, friendly bookshop to buy from, and I'll be happy to shop with them again
20 October 2025
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thank you Jackie much appreciated
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