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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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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
4.9
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Wonderful service
Ordered some vouchers to be delivered locally and the service was wonderful. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful.
22 January 2024
Reply from Winstone's Books
We're delighted you've had a good experience purchasing from us and look forward to assisting you in future!
Wonderful
Wonderful click and collect service even though they must have been really busy around Christmastime! The staff were lovely when I went to pick up the books and helped us choose an extra one for our nephew.
23 December 2023
Browse and enjoy
I was able to browse and order online and I enjoy visiting the bookshop to explore titles and experience the atmosphere. The staff are friendly and helpful.
27 December 2023
The only bookshop you need
Online ordering was very simple to use, I love that the staff are so kind, helpful and friendly and the text service is great to let me know when the item is ready to collect. Love this bookshop, we are so lucky to have this on our Dorset doorstep.
29 December 2023
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thanks so much for your lovely feedback, we're glad you've been pleased with our service and we look forward to helping you again soon!
Wonderful local bookshop
Wonderful local bookshop. Friendly knowledgeable staff and loads of great books. Better to support independent bookshops than buy on Amazon.
27 December 2023
Order arrived really quickly…
Order arrived really quickly and wrapped for Christmas!
14 December 2023
Great customer service
21 December 2023
Great communication
Great communication, super quick delivery and well packaged. Thanks 👍
20 December 2023
A nice experience all round 👍
The book I ordered arrived beautifully gift wrapped and in good time for Christmas. Communication was excellent.
I hadn’t bought from Winston’s before but will certainly do so again.
18 December 2023
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thanks for your kind feedback, we look forward to helping you in future!
Beautifully present wrapped
Beautifully present wrapped, then very carefully wrapped for the post. The book was in mint condition, so impressed. Thank you all very much
19 December 2023
Superb packaging and delivery…
Superb packaging and delivery information
First Rate! Happy Christmas and a blessed New Year to you all
18 December 2023
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thanks kindly for your review, we hope to help you again in future.
Good reasons to support an independent bookshop
Website was easy to browse the shelves and I found the three completely different books that I was looking for. Ordering was straightforward, the payment secure and email confirmation reassuring. Delivery time spot-on. The pleasure of receiving books from Winstones is in the way they are packed … one of the many good reasons to support an independent bookshop.
12 December 2023
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This review was a wonderful way to start the day - thank you so much for your kind feedback and we look forward to serving you again soon.
you found all the books I wanted but…
you found all the books I wanted but suggested an alternate child's book to the one I ordered as it is out of print. Very pleased with the substitute as I am sure my granddaughter will be when she opens it on Christmas Day.
The icing on the cake is to have a delivery to the door which is much appreciated. Merry Christmas to you all!
5 December 2023
Reply from Winstone's Books
It's our pleasure - Merry Christmas to you too!
Easy to order
Easy to order, and quickly available. Collection was fast and with pleasant staff.
17 November 2023
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thanks so much for your positive feedback. We're glad you've had a good experience shopping with us and we look forward to serving you again soon!
An excellent service from an independent bookseller
Straightforward website, my purchase arrived promptly. I love that my book arrived wrapped like a present. Very efficient service and beats Amazon hands down.
10 November 2023
Thank you!
This is the most friendly and helpful bookshop I have ever had the pleasure of visiting. Lovely staff who will go out of their way to help you. Thank you!
30 October 2023
Reply from Winstone's Books
We're delighted to hear you've had a good experience shopping with us and look forward to serving you again soon.
well done
There was no hassle or fuss; the book was in the shop when promised - and produced with a cheery greeting. Can't want more when ordering a book!
26 October 2023
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thanks so much for your kind feedback - we look forward to seeing you again soon!
The loveliest bookshop
The loveliest bookshop
With knowledge friendly well read staff and great coffee!
18 October 2023
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thanks so much Sarah for your kind words - we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Reply from Winstone's Books
Thanks very much for your kind words - we look forward to seeing you again soon!
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