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Bàrd Books

Bard Books Store Front

More than just a book shop

BÀRD BOOKS is more than just a bookshop. Alongside the carefully curated bookshelves, it’s a place you can pop in for a coffee or pastry; somewhere to meet friends, make friends, do some work, read a book, write a book, listen to authors, hear some music – just escape. Bookshops are third spaces; “much-loved local haunts that are neither home nor the workplace, but which we rely on for a sense of community and everyday socialising… the lifeblood of our high streets and fundamental to our mental health.” [ROMAN ROAD LDN]. In the evening, the lights dim, and books provide the backdrop for a glass of something deliciously chilled.

LOOKING FOR A BOOK? Browse the shelves or grab one of our team for some recommendations.

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • WRITER'S HOUR
    WRITER'S HOUR
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jun 18
    Bàrd Books
    Jun 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Bàrd Books, 341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR, UK
    Looking for a quiet, inspiring space to write? Join us every Wednesday from 6–7pm for a creative writing prompt, focused writing time, and a chance to share in a supportive community. Free, relaxed, and open to all!
  • BÀRD DEBUTS - June
    BÀRD DEBUTS - June
    Wed, Jun 18
    Bàrd Books
    Jun 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Bàrd Books, 341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR, UK
    Imagine a night of speed dating except the people selling themselves are the newest authors on the scene. JOIN US for the latest of a monthly night celebrating debut author. Meet the faces behind the work as they each take the stage for 10 minutes to present their work.
  • Storytime with Bethan Woollvin
    Storytime with Bethan Woollvin
    Sat, Jun 21
    Jun 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Bàrd Books, 341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR, UK
    Meet the author behind children's bestsellers like 'Little Red', 'Luna and the Sky Dragon' and 'I Can Catch a Monster' to hear her newest book based on the classic 'Robin Hood'.
  • Storytelling through Tarot
    Storytelling through Tarot
    Tue, Jun 24
    Jun 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Bàrd Books, 341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR, UK
    Join Anya Bergman for a storytelling through tarot workshop. Let the cards guide your words.
  • TESTING GROUND - July
    TESTING GROUND - July
    Wed, Jul 02
    Bàrd Books
    Jul 02, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Bàrd Books, 341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR, UK
    A night of open-mic poetry and music from the team behind 'Off The Chest', featuring a headline act by LALAH-SIMONE SPRINGER
  • MEET THE BÀRD: Aniefiok Ekpoudom + Arifa Akbar
    MEET THE BÀRD: Aniefiok Ekpoudom + Arifa Akbar
    Jul 03, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Bàrd Books, 341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR, UK
    Join Ammar Kalia (Global music critic -the Guardian, author 'A Person is a Prayer') in conversation with Aniefiok Ekpoudom + Arifa Akbar (chief theatre critic for the Guardian) to launch their respective books: 'Where We Come From: Rap, Home & Hope in Modern Britain' and 'Wolf Moon'.
  • Hollie McNish in conversation with Salma El-Wardany
    Hollie McNish in conversation with Salma El-Wardany
    Oct 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Bàrd Books, 341-343 Roman Rd, Bow, London E3 5QR, UK
    Hollie is an award-winning poet, writer and performer. She is the Sunday Times bestselling author of 'Lobster' and 'Slug' and won the Ted Hughes award for new work in poetry with her poetry and parenting memoir 'Nobody Told Me'.

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