Books on the Lane is a new books independent bookshop in the West Yorkshire village of Walton, with the latest fiction, children’s, poetry, nature writing, classics, romantasy, history and local interest.
When you visit our shop you will find free parking next to the shop door, hundreds of titles to browse and enjoy, expert personal service and recommendations, a log fire burning bright and a warm and friendly welcome.
Discover your next best read with us
Thursdays 10am to 5pm
Fridays 10am to 5pm
Saturdays 10am to 4pm
You can purchase from us online at bookshop.org
Loyalty Card – You receive a massive 15% discount with our loyalty card, and it lasts for 12 months.
Pre-order – We give a 10% discount on any book orders – just send an email with the title/author of the book you require to
Kids Club – The young ones receive their own card to encourage book reading and it last for 12 months.
Book Tokens – Our Books on the Lane book tokens tick all the right bookish boxes for tricky book giving and come with a complimentary gift card from our popular selection.
Books for Schools – We’re more than happy to supply schools with bulk orders and we’re able to give a generous discount . Please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Email us at
Books on the Lane has been featured in Yorkshire Life, Red Magazine, Faber Online – Independent Bookshop of the Month, and The Guardian Online, The Wakefield Express.
“One of the 12 Best Bookshops in the UK”
We’re the little bookshop with a big heart. Every year we donate from profit to a community youth music group based in Yorkshire. Use our bookshop and help support the future of live music. The Yorkshire Live Music Project CIC, reg: 09160989
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