DARK PEAK BOOKS & GIFTS
An independent shop, situated at the gateway to the Peak District, offering a carefully selected choice of brilliant books and gorgeous gifts.
Books
A plethora of choice
BOOKS
We've a vast array of books, and if you're struggling on what to read next, we love to help.
Kids
a dedicated floor
KIDS
Upstairs is our childrens space, filled with books, games and snuggly reading corner.
Gifts
locally sourced
Gifts
We've a gorgeous selection of games and gifts, many of them produced by local artists.
Cards
a fine selection
Cards
Whatever the occasion we’ll have a card with beautiful wrapping to suit your needs.
About Dark Peak Books
Books open doors
We are a long-established independent book and gift shop situated at the gateway to the Peak District offering a carefully selected choice of brilliant books, greetings cards and gifts.
We can give you expert advice on books and can order almost any title in for you. We offer a friendly, welcoming environment to browse and a wide range of hand-picked gifts, games and greetings cards. We also offer book subscriptions, a gift that keeps on giving all year round. We run a monthly book club at a local bar, and we hold events for adults and children including book readings and author signings.
Whether you like walking in the Peak District, learning about local history, an exciting cookbook, a good bit of new or classic fiction, a fabulously illustrated children’s story or something else, we’ve got just the book for you!
Gift Certificate
Why not treat a loved one or a friend to a wonderful gift voucher to be used on anything you find in our lovely little store.
It’s quick to sort out, simply fill in the form, you choose the amount and we’ll be in touch.
Book Subscription
Whether you’re treating yourself or a loved one, this is a thoughtful gift that keeps on giving all year round, to all book lovers, of all ages and for all special occasions.
We offer 3,6 and 12 month book subscriptions for you to enjoy.
New in Store
Latest books and gifts
Hedgewitch by Skye McKenna
We read a proof of this fab middle-grade book last year and we're really excited that it's now out in paperback. Step into the magical world of...
For Thy Great Pain Have Mercy on My Little Pain
For Thy Great Pain Have Mercy On My Little Pain by Victoria Mackenzie is a wonderful book, both epic and intimate, about grief, trauma, and the...
Children’s Book Gift Bags
Just in, these beautiful handmade fift bags by Maddiebags. Limited edition designs, they're the perfect size for gifting a children's book.
Beautiful 2022 Advent Calendars
Advent is just around the corner, so here’s a peek at some of the lovely advent calendars we have in stock this year.
Tyger by SF Said
Have you see the fantastic Tyger by SF Said? It’s a beautifully illustrated novel for middle-grade readers (and grown-ups too, children’s books are for everyone!).
Escape Room in an Envelope!
An at-home escape room that you can play around your own table. You are thrown into a world of mystery, blackmail and deception.
Book & Bottle Book Club
You’re welcome to join us
Hosted by the fabulous Harvey Leonard’s Wine & Ale, we can’t wait to get stuck into a good book and discuss over a nice wine with like minded people.
If this sounds like fun, we welcome members old and new.
Upcoming Events
There’s always something on…
At Dark Peak Books & Gifts, we really try to ensure that our unique and independent Bookshop engages with the local community.
Christmas Shopping Evenings
Thursday 7th December & Thursday 14th December
6-8pm
Christmas Book Campaign with Glossopdale Foodbank
Saturday 25th November – Saturday 16th December 2023
Author Signing – Luke Payne
Saturday 2nd December 11am – 12.30pm
Order any Book
What are you looking for?
We have a wide variety of handpicked books in store and we’re sure you’ll find something you love when you come in for a browse.
However, if you’re looking for something in particular, please let us know via our order form. We can order almost any book in print, and we’ll drop you a text or email when it arrives at the shop (usually within 2-4 working days) for you to collect.
