Christmas Bookish Bus Glasgow

Be among the first readers to step aboard The Bookish Bus – a one-of-a-kind festive bookshop adventure and a first for Glasgow's book community.

Join us for a unique and magical afternoon exploring five incredible independent bookshops across Glasgow and beyond, travelling together aboard a specially decorated festive coach.

Enjoy unlimited tea, coffee and hot chocolate, sweet treats, Christmas music, twinkling fairy lights and plenty of bookish cheer as we journey from shop to shop in search of our next favourite reads.

Discover hidden literary gems, meet fellow book lovers and support local independent bookshops in what promises to be a truly unique experience.

Whether you're shopping for Christmas gifts, treating yourself to a festive day out or simply looking to connect with other readers, The Bookish Bus offers a cosy, unforgettable adventure unlike anything else currently available in Scotland.

Your ticket includes:
📚 Visits to 5 independent bookshops (including our starting point)!
☕ Unlimited tea, coffee & hot chocolate onboard
🍪 Mince pies and biscuits throughout the journey
🛂 Book Swap on board

📖 The opportunity to purchase signed copies of Jade's debut novel, Kiss Me Down Under

⛄Christmas Jumper competition - winner receiving £20 to spend at their chosen stop on the way!

🎤 Optional Christmas Sing-a-long
📖 A relaxed yet fun afternoon with fellow book lovers

Departure: Glasgow City Centre
Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours

Come along, discover hidden gems, support indie bookshops and prepare to leave with more books than you planned to buy! A perfect opportunity to grab yourself some stocking fillers.

**In order for the event to go ahead, a minium of 40 tickets would need to be sold. Should the minimum number not be reached, all ticket holders will receive a full refund.**

Info: Guests meet up at Bigglestones and mingle until it's time to board the bus.

Info: Bus journey to first bookshop. There will be a Christmas sing-a-long to participate in later on to keep us entertained. Complimentry hot chocolates and mince pies will be served throughout the day.

Info: Our first stop takes us to Scotland's first dark romance specialist bookshop. Morally Grey is a paradise for romance readers, featuring everything from contemporary romance and romantasy to spicy favourites and indie authors. It's the perfect place to discover your next obsession and chat books with fellow readers.

Info: Next stop is a unique new bookshop and café space in the heart of Partick, Spice & Steam offers the perfect blend of books, community and cosy vibes. Take time to explore the shelves, discover hidden gems and enjoy one of Glasgow's newest independent bookshop experiences.

Info: One of Glasgow's most unique bookshops. A one-of-a-kind bookshop where books, wine and cheese come together under one roof. Perfect for book lovers looking for something a little different. Why not grab a charcuterie board to go?

Info: Our forth stop is Daydreams Bookstore. Situated in Milngavie, this award-winning independent bookshop offering a thoughtfully curated collection of books, gifts and recommendations for every type of reader.

Info: Glasgow's independent queer bookshop, celebrating diverse stories, voices and communities through books, comics, graphic novels and more!

Info: Return to Glasgow City Centre. Timings are rough estimates and may fluctuate due to traffic.

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Bigglestones Books, 57 Glassford Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

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