# Barter Books Limited, Alnwick — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.7/5 from 9,589 Google reviews. Rambling, quirky secondhand bookstore, with open fires, armchairs, model trains and a simple café. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/restaurants/barter-books-limited (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Book Store # Barter Books Limited Alnwick, Northumberland [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12642974953378296185&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Barter Books Limited](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/102885551061981679537) **In short:** Barter Books Limited is a book store in Northumberland, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 9,589 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places Rambling, quirky secondhand bookstore, with open fires, armchairs, model trains and a simple café. Summary via Google ## About Barter Books Limited Barter Books occupies a converted railway station on Wagonway Road. The secondhand bookshop stocks a wide range of titles across many genres, with armchairs, open fires and a model train among its fixtures. A café operates within the premises, serving breakfasts and cakes. Dogs are welcome. The food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Barter Books Limited's own website](http://www.barterbooks.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM ## What's nearby - Tenantry Column next door - Alnwick Community Hospital next door - Lidl 150m away - The Alnwick Garden 200m away - Tate House Alnwick 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this second-hand bookshop offers a vast selection of books across many genres, housed in a beautifully converted old railway station with unique features like a model train and cozy fireplaces. Visitors also highlight the delicious food and drinks available at the on-site cafe, including hearty breakfasts and tasty cakes. They appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the dog-friendly atmosphere. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (9,589 reviews) **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Northumberland Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/288170). [More restaurants in Northumberland](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/restaurants) ★ 4.7 (9,589 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.barterbooks.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01665 604888](tel:01665604888) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Northumberland **Plus Code** 9C7WC862+34 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Northumberland Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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