Book-ish stocks a stylish range of gifts, books and toys that can't rivalled for miles around Abergavenny. Whether you're looking for something to preoccupy a five-year-old, to thank a friend or to make an elderly relative laugh, Book-ish will find the gift, book or plaything to suit.
There's a new place for gifts - Book-ish, a friendly independent toy emporium, bookshop and gallery in Crickhowell, just 5 miles from Abergavenny.
Their philosophy is simple - to connect people to great books and art, to help children to develop a life long love of reading and to encourage imaginative play. They offer quality service and are happy to talk about their books, toys and gifts all day long....you just try and stop them!
Owned by Emma & Andrew Corfield-Walters, Book-ish offers a broad range of really unusual items and a professional service both in store and online at www.book-ish.co.uk. Browsing is welcomed and if what you want is not on the shelves, they can order in any book that's currently in print.
Book-ish stocks a wide selection of books for adults and children, including a Welsh language range, as well as toys, jewellery, novelty items and original artwork, and even cards and wrapping paper, so it's a one stop gift shop of the highest standard.
With its close proximity to the fabulous Abergavenny countryside and the Brecon Beacons, their excellent range of presents and collectables wouldn't be complete with out maps, local guides and history books.
Some of the more unusual Book-ish specials include Penguin-book-themed mugs and accessories, traditional toys and games, jigsaws and puzzles, puppets and science kits - all the things we can remember enjoying in years past.
The Book-ish range of original artwork is of real interest to art lovers and serious collectors and their superb offerings make excellent presents - to others, as well as to yourself! There is always something new and interesting arriving, and it's well worth popping in regularly to see the latest additions to stock.
This lovely shop, just minutes from Abergavenny, holds regular events, including late night shopping dates, poetry readings and themed cultural evenings, with food, drink and even hand made chocolates, as if an extra attraction were required.
Why not visit Book-ish very soon to source some gifts for those awkward friends and relatives who can be tricky to please? You're sure to find just the thing for them here, and even if you don't, you'll surely find something you've always wanted. They stock some ranges of unique jewellery that you won't see anywhere else, with pieces to suit all budgets.
Opening times are Monday to Saturday 9.30-5.30, with additional summer (May until end of August) and Christmas opening on Sundays 10-4.00. Look out for late night shopping dates on their website events page.
To enquire about any of their stock of gifts, events or special offers, please call Book-ish on 01873 811256.
When you contact Book-ish for imaginative gifts please mention you found them on the Best of Abergavenny.