We are delighted to now stock the beautiful ceramics created by local artist Charlotte Manser! The collection features gorgeous handcrafted mugs, bowls and soap dishes. To find out more about Charlotte’s work you can check out her website here; https://www.charlottemanserceramics.com/ To enquire about purchasing something from the Library Shop please see our Shop, Select &…
Rose in Bloom Collection
We are pleased to host the Rose in Bloom collection, a wonderful collection of accessories and stationary created by local artist Caroline Day and English Heritage using Caroline’s original oil painting ‘Seize The Moment’. The beautiful rose floral pattern is featured across a range of gifts which includes bags, scarves, glasses cases, pens and more….
Simon Webb Artisan Pens & Cufflinks
We have a gorgeous new range available in the Library Shop! These artisan pens and cufflinks created by Simon Webb are made from some very special wood. Featuring local wood sourced from Christ Church and the Town gardens, these make a unique gift. The range also has items made from the Jabberwocky tree which inspired…
A Swindon Time Capsule: Working Class Life 1899-1984 By Graham Carter; Swindon Heritage.
A Swindon Time Capsule: Working Class Life 1899-1984 By Graham Carter; Swindon Heritage. This fantastic new book is the result of a Heritage Lottery Fund project by Swindon Heritage magazine – working with the Local Studies team at Central Library. It explores a vast collection of local photographs, ephemera and other items donated to Local Studies…
Local Studies Collection
The Library Shop are proud to present a unique collection of books produced by Local Studies. LOC01 – Swindon’s War Record by W.D Bavin W.D. Bavin’s Swindon War Record is the definitive account of Swindon’s role during the Great War. First published in 1922, this astonishing work is essential reading for those interested in local…
Beautifully Bookish
We are excited to feature a new range by Beautifully Bookish which celebrates a love of reading and all things literary! This gorgeous range features jewellery inspired by great literary works and the pieces come in gorgeous book presentation sleeves. We particularly love these Librarian badges, which come in a wide range of colours! We…
Swindon Magic
A fascination to visitors, particularly those from overseas, and a feature synonymous with Swindon for locals, the Magic Roundabout has at times achieved international fame. So where would we be without a range of souvenirs that celebrated it? Our Magic Roundabout t-shirts come in a range of adult and children’s sizes and colours so you…
Book Range
The Library Shop is proud to feature a wide range of titles focusing on both local interest and local authors to provide a unique selection of titles. Our range has a varied selection of books celebrating Swindon’s history and heritage, famous figures, industry and sport. For truly unique titles we also have our expanding Local…
Literary Range
Love books, reading and libraries? Unsurprisingly, so do we! Which is why we offer a range of library and literary goodies at the Library Shop! Our literary themed tote bags come in a range of colours and designs and are a perfect way to show off your love of books and carry your stuff (probably…
Greetings Cards & Postcards
There’s a wide range of greetings cards and postcards available at the Library Shop which celebrate all things local – whether that’s iconic scenery or the artists of the area! Caroline Day’s card range showcases her striking floral work, which may be a familiar sight from the walls of local businesses and galleries Our range…
