Private press bookshop selling books published by expert letterpress printers and specialists from around the UK.

Opened in 2019, also featuring exhibitions, demonstrations and events showcasing how the books are made and the stories behind them.

BALCH & BALCH private press bookshop is part of The Story of Books, a project led by Emma & Oliver Balch. Graeme Hobbs looks after the shop in Hay. 

20 Castle Street, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5DF. Tel: (07879) 373431 info@thestoryofbooks.com www.balchandbalch.com

Open Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays 10-4pm. Also at other times by appointment.

Please note we are closed until October 28th for staff holidays. Apologies for any inconvenience. 

Email: info@thestoryofbooks.com

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