A PLACE WORTH KNOWING
Books for the curious and the outdoorsy
A family-run bookshop on Fore Street, with nature writing, children’s stories and local authors giving plenty of reasons to come away with another book.
The East Gate Bookshop puts the interests of its hometown on the shelves: nature writing and environmental books, children’s favourites and work by local authors all have a place here. Run by experienced booksellers, it is an inviting stop for a recommendation as well as a browse. A handpicked subscription can keep the discoveries coming after your Totnes visit.
The lovely little details
- Family-run, independent bookshop.
- Nature writing and children’s books.
- Local authors and book subscriptions.
SOMETHING TO LOOK OUT FOR
Choose a Devon read
Ask for a local author or a book about the area to give your visit a longer life on the bedside table.
From the venueTHE USEFUL LITTLE DETAILS
Make a little plan.
Getting there
Find the shop at 62 Fore Street, on the main walking route through Totnes towards the East Gate arch.
Before you set off
Browse during current shop hours; check the website for book-club meetings and events.
A personal reading list
Adult and children’s subscriptions are selected by the booksellers to suit the recipient’s interests.
Check the detailsLocal shelves
The online shop has a dedicated selection of South Devon books and local authors.
Check the detailsDetails checked 24 October 2026. Opening times, menus and access arrangements can change; confirm anything essential directly before travelling.
About this feature & our sources
This is an editorial discovery, researched from the venue’s own information and any visitor sources linked here. It is not a paid partnership or a first-hand review. Individual visitor tips reflect that person’s experience; they are not a live rating or a promise about your visit.
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