Ark
1-2 Peas Hill, Cambridge, CB2 3PP
Independent gift shop founded in 2001; offers a broad range of handmade, ethically-sourced and locally-produced items including clothing, jewellery, homeware and accessories. Known for its vibrant, welcoming atmosphere and helpful staff.
Bodies in the Bookshop
1A Botolph Ln, Cambridge, CB2 3RD
Specialist crime fiction-focussed bookshop opened in 2024; offers a vast range of new and second-hand titles across the entire spectrum of the crime genre, including police procedurals, cosy mysteries, thrillers and noir. Hosts various authors talks and signings throughout the year.
Cambridge University Press Bookshop
1 Trinity St, Cambridge, CB2 1SZ
Highly-respected bookshop centrally-located on Trinity Street, a site which has been selling books for almost half a century; stocks an extensive range of academic texts, educational titles and specialist literature. Also hosts in-house events such as book launches and seminars.
Ede & Ravenscroft
70-72 Trumpington St, Cambridge, CB2 1RJ
Cambridge location of the prestigious London tailoring house; offers a full range of bespoke tailoring services for ladies and gentlemen, specialising in high-end formal attire and academic / ceremonial robes. Known for its attentive, knowledgeable staff and traditional atmosphere.
G David Bookseller
16 St Edward’s Passage, Cambridge, CB2 3PJ
Historic, independent bookshop in business since 1896. Buys and sells a wide range of second-hand and antiquarian books including first editions and rare finds; also stocks old maps, prints and a selection of new books at heavily reduced prices.
Heffers Bookshop
20 Trinity St, Cambridge, CB2 1TY
Popular bookshop now part of the Blackwell’s group. Stocks a broad range of new books including prestigious academic titles and a celebrated children’s section, plus second-hand books, board games and stationary. Known for its labyrinth-like layout and welcoming atmosphere.
Indelibly Cambridge
7-8 King’s Parade, Cambridge, CB2 1SJ
Charming souvenir shop on King’s Parade offering a continually evolving collection of stylish Cambridge-themed gifts including bespoke prints, apparel and homeware. Distinguished from many traditional tourist shops by the high-quality of its products.
Iris & Violet
4 St Mary’s Passage, Cambridge, CB2 3PQ
Award-winning fashion and lifestyle store established in 2021; stocks a carefully curated selection of clothing, accessories, homeware, stationary and gifts from independent brands not widely available elsewhere on the high street.
Raspberry Pi Store
First Floor, The Grand Arcade, St Andrew’s St, Cambridge, CB2 3BJ
Flagship location and retail outlet for the British technology brand; stocks the full range of Raspberry Pi boards, plus accessories, kits, merchandise and books. Also serves as an interactive space where visitors can enjoy product demonstrations and try out the single-board computers for themselves!
The Haunted Bookshop
9 St Edward’s Passage, Cambridge, CB2 3PJ
Tiny second-hand book shop named after a 1919 novel by American writer Christopher Morley; specialises in second-hand, rare and antiquarian books including hard-to-find fiction, children’s literature and illustrated works.
Waterstones
22 Sidney St, Cambridge, CB2 3HG
Cambridge location of the popular nationwide bookseller; stocks a vast and varied range of books across four floors including academic texts, children’s literature and a broad fiction offer, plus dedicated games department and cafe serving hot and cold drinks and snacks.