Posted on September 1st 2022

Bookshop opens in Stonehouse

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Book and Music Shop opens in Stonehouse! Whether it’s a classic vinyl album you’ve been searching for or that rare cookery book from another century you are sure to find it at the one of the largest book and music shops in the area. On the back of a very successful first year in Brimscombe, the Cotswold Canals Trust have just opened their second Charity book shop in Stonehouse. Located next to the library, just inside Queen Road, it promises to offer a vast selection of books, board games, DVDs and an eclectic selection of music from CD to Vinyl.

Volunteer run, all proceeds go towards restoring the Stroudwater Canal & Thames & Severn Canals. Mike Richter who runs both the charity’s bookshops said… “This is a great milestone for the Trust in what is our 50^th anniversary. We are proud to have achieved a fantastic year at Brimscombe and are now bringing a very large collection into town. If last year is anything to go by, we will continue to feature some diverse and interesting genres and we thank our customers for providing us with such a rich variety of books and music.”

Gary Powell, Mayor of Stonehouse inaugurating the book shop said… “We are delighted to welcome new businesses into Stonehouse. Given the vital role the canal plays in the environmental and social welfare of our town It’s wonderful to be supporting this new book and music shop that will serve our community.” The books, in excellent or near new condition, range upwards from 50p. There is also a cosy corner with seating for children to browse and read. The Cotswold Canals Trust is a charity run by volunteers from the local community, giving time and energy to save our heritage and improve our local environment for the benefit of everyone. The Trust, now in its 50^th year, is always on the lookout for volunteers in a wide range of roles. Anyone interested in supporting it can contact us via our website page volunteering opportunities