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The Yellow-Lighted Bookshop sits in the village of Doughton, just a short drive from Tetbury, and offers exactly what its name suggests – a warm, inviting space where book lovers can spend hours browsing.
Opening hours
- Mon–Sat
- 10:00–17:00
- Sun
- 11:00–16:00
The shop stocks a thoughtfully chosen range covering fiction, non-fiction, local history, and children's books, so you're likely to find something you didn't know you were looking for. There are also literary gifts and cards if you're after a souvenir with character.
What makes it worth visiting is the calm atmosphere itself. There's no pressure to rush through – it's genuinely the kind of place where time disappears and you can just lose yourself among the shelves. Doughton is a small, peaceful village, which suits the bookshop's unhurried character perfectly.
The location works well for a broader exploration of the south Cotswolds too. You could easily combine your visit with time in nearby Tetbury, where the market town has a strong reputation for independent shops and antique dealers. Or use it as a quiet moment during a longer day out in the wider Cotswolds landscape. If you appreciate good books and genuine hospitality, it's a rewarding stop – the kind of place that actually feels like a discovery rather than just another tourist spot.
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