George Street Community Bookshop

Sadie Pearson Posted 2 August 2023

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George Street Community Bookshop

14-16 George Street, Glossop, SK13 8AY

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Monday9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday10:00am - 2:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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George Street Community Bookshop is an independent, second-hand bookshop, owned and run by the community.

Come and browse their wide selection of genres and fantastic prices.

What's on near George Street Community Bookshop

11 Jul

MusicStockport

That Night In Manchester

Join the electrifying musical ‘That Night in Manchester’. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Manchester indie scene. Step into the Madchester time machine as you hear a father recount the highs and lows of his life to his only son during the Madchester era spanning his life through the 70’s 80’s & 90’s as you experience the music performed live on stage.

Drawing Room with 10 year anniversary branding

Until 4 Oct

LiteratureManchester

Elizabeth Gaskell’s House 10 Year Anniversary

Throughout 2025, Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is celebrating its tenth anniversary, having first opened to the public a decade ago.

From £0.00

6 Jul – 9 Nov

LiteratureManchester

I’ve Never Read Elizabeth Gaskell at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House

I’ve Never Read Elizabeth Gaskell is an immersive exhibition taking over the Grade II*-listed Elizabeth Gaskell’s House all summer and into autumn as part of the ten-year celebrations.

From £8.50

Until 2 Dec 2029

TourManchester

Brewery Tour and Tasting at Cloudwater’s Unit 9 Taproom

Cloudwater is a jewel in Manchester’s local brewery crown. Join them for a brewery tour and tasting at the Unit 9 Taproom.

From £25.00

A painted and collaged artwork, showing three women standing together one holds a baby, they are all wearing clothes made from bright or patterned fabrics.

Until 7 Sep

ExhibitionsManchester

Małgorzata Mirga-Tas at the Whitworth

The Whitworth presents the vibrant textile works of Małgorzata Mirga-Tas, which capture the history and daily lives of Roma communities.

Free entry

Toddler standing on grass with a paintbrush in hand turning to the right to look at the camera. He is wearing a navy blue rainsuit with a burgundy and navy blue long sleeved tiop underneath. He is standing in front of large cream coloured sheets that have been strung up on a washing line. The sheets have mud marks making on.

Until 19 Jul

ChildrensManchester

Outdoor Art Club at The Whitworth

Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play in nature.

Free entry

Colorful artwork showing dolphins and mermaids swimming together in a rich blue ocean.

4 Jul – 4 Jan 2026

ExhibitionsManchester

MIF25: Santiago Yahuarcani – The Beginning of Knowledge at the Whitworth

Santiago Yahuarcani’s otherworldly visions come to the Whitworth, in the artist’s first international solo show as part of MIF25.

Free entry

Until 31 Dec

ActivityManchester

Sacred Harp Singing in Whitworth Gallery

Join Manchester Sacred Harp for an afternoon of uplifting four-part harmony social singing at Whitworth Art Gallery.

Free entry

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Where to go near George Street Community Bookshop

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18th-century chapel, set in a country estate and restored for visitors. Well located as a destination for a woodland walk.

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Tameside Library

Tameside Library has the library on one floor and the Central Art Gallery above. Sounds a little like an arts centre. It’s all housed in a comfortable and sturdy building.

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Restaurant

Lily’s Indian Vegetarian Cuisine

Wildly popular all-vegetarian Indian restaurant with a great range of vegan options. Based in Ashton-under-Lyne, and well worth the trip.

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