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This is a genuine old bookshop where the shelves genuinely overflow with stock and the smell of aged paper hangs in the air.
Kellow Old Books sits in Salford, a village that's thoroughly woven into the Cotswold landscape, and it's the kind of place where hours slip away without you noticing. You can browse at whatever pace suits you, whether you're after something particular, drawn to a well-worn classic, or simply willing to see what calls to you. The real draw here is the wandering itself—it's a proper refuge for book lovers.
The building has the understated character you'd expect from the Cotswolds, and the shop sits naturally within village life. Salford is conveniently close to Chipping Norton, a lively market town just a short drive away where you can pick up a coffee or lunch. Daylesford Organic Farm is also within easy reach if you're after something more substantial or want to explore their farm shop and produce. This makes it a good spot to weave into an afternoon of exploring the wider region, and you'll likely find yourself wanting to wander further once you've finished browsing the books. It works best as part of a day's discoveries rather than as a destination in itself.
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