Madhatter Bookshop

12/08/2026

Meet Sarah Clegg — a writer who brings stories out of the margins and into the heart of our cultural conversation. Her latest piece, Perilous Enchantment, bridges past and present, inviting readers to reflect on the power of preserved narratives. Read the full author feature on our blog: https://wix.to/VCb8zNh

12/08/2026

Meet Sarah Clegg — her new book, Perilous Enchantment is more than stories; it connects past and present. Dive into our Author Feature to discover why her work matters today and how it invites readers to value and preserve these narratives. Read the full feature: https://wix.to/0fRIroZ 'sWriting

Why Sarah Clegg’s Work Matters TodaySarah Clegg’s last book Women’s Lore is more than a collection of stories. It is a bridge between the past and present, showing how women’s experiences have shaped culture and identity. Her writing highlights voices often overlooked in mainstream history a...

10/08/2026

Discover Kate McLoughin’s fascinating exploration of silence in literature — from nature and the divine to the making of the self. A short, thought-provoking read by an Oxford professor and Leverhulme Major Research Fellow. Read now: https://wix.to/tlFX7m5

Kate is a Professor of English Literature at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of Harris Manchester College. She has recently been awarded a Major Research Fellowship by the Leverhulme Trust for her project on the history of silence in English. Literature and silence may seem a paradoxical subje...

29/07/2026

Final call: Early bird tickets end this weekend! From Monday 3 Aug tickets rise from £12 to £15. If books are your refuge, don’t miss the bijou Burford Lit Fest with award-winning authors Donal Ryan, Joanna Cannon, Matthew Rice and Sarah Clegg. Most events at the charming old Baptist Chapel on Witney Street — limited capacity. Grab cheaper tickets now: https://wix.to/HeCb5KX

Our early bird tickets offer ends this weekend. On Monday 3rd August tickets will increase from £12 to £15 each.If books are your bag or reading is your refuge don't miss out on the best bijou book fest in the UK.We may be small but we hit big with award winning authors including Donal Ryan, Joann...

16/07/2026

CALLING ALL AUDIO BOOK LOVERS! 🎧 Win free audiobooks for a year when you subscribe between 16–19 July. Support indie bookshops with every listen — no commitment, cancel anytime. Read more and join here: https://wix.to/HhCUREt

As well as being able to order books from https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/madhatterbookshop and have them delivered to your door you can now buy your audio books!Support our shop with an audiobook subscription between 16-19 July and you could win a year of audiobooks! Support indie bookshops with every...

08/07/2026

Step inside a space where reading meets making. Our latest blog explores how The Madhatter Bookshop goes beyond books — offering journaling tools, art supplies, signed and special editions, and cosy corners designed to inspire calm and creativity. Perfect for anyone who wants to slow down, reflect, and create. Read more: https://wix.to/zWeOCmZ

Books have long been treasured as gateways to knowledge, imagination, and escape. Yet, there is a world beyond the pages that invites you to create, reflect, and unwind. Our space offers much more than books. It is a sanctuary filled with journaling tools, art supplies, signed editions, and special....

24/06/2026

It's our birthday! 🎉 Today we celebrate six years of The Madhatter Bookshop at 122 High Street. From our first shiny black doors to now, it's been a joy to share stories with the Burford community and beyond. Visit our post to read the story and join the celebration: https://wix.to/3pAQTyZ

Six years ago today I opened our black shiny double doors for the first time as 'my' bookshop. There has been a bookshop here at 122 High Street for nearly 50 years, for the most part in the hands of women who all worked tirelessly to bring books to the people of Burford and beyond. We started life....

24/06/2026

Two tickets left for tonight's Burford Comedy Club! 🎭 Grab them before they're gone — laughter guaranteed. Get your tickets now: https://wix.to/kqO9gBa

We have two tickets for tonights Burford Comedy Club! Grab them now!

22/06/2026

Only 7 tickets left for Burford Comedy Club — grab yours before they're gone! An evening of top comedians, great atmosphere, and unforgettable laughs awaits. Secure your spot now: https://wix.to/ERnezZ8

18/06/2026

Exciting news from Burford Lit Fest — Donal Ryan with Joanna Cannon for a special event! Donal Ryan, the acclaimed Irish novelist with seven No.1 bestsellers and multiple awards, will be featured in conversation with award winning author Joanna Cannon, a literary event you won’t want to miss. Read the full post for details and highlights. https://wix.to/eCQZhOg

When we were approached by the publicists at Penguin regarding hosting Donal Ryan at Burford Lit Fest we were, of course. thrilled to say yes please. Donal Ryan, from Nenagh, County Tipperary, has published seven number one bestselling novels and a short story collection. He has won several awards f...