Lighthouse Bookshop

Upon entering the store, I immediately noticed an unleashed pure white dog. However, what transpired during my visit was truly unsettling. While engrossed in browsing books, the dog suddenly charged at me from behind, barking aggressively. This unexpected and frightening incident left me shaken, but what was even more disheartening was the complete lack of response from the store staff. To make matters worse, I overheard someone laughing and making derogatory remarks, implying that the dog had just barked at someone ‘clean’. I couldn't help but wonder if their behavior was influenced by my Asian background.I fail to understand why an aggressive dog was allowed to roam freely without a leash inside the store. Bad experience in Edinburgh ～

Such a lovely book shop that my boyfriend and I happened upon during our trip to Edinburgh. It's even bigger on the inside than it looks, so plenty of space to explore to our book-loving hearts' content.It was an explicitly queer friendly space, and had a lovely selection of queer/LGBT+ books - both fiction and non-fiction. They also have loads of alternative books and such, including books on paganism/Wicca etc. Such a friendly and welcoming space!There are even little 'vouchers' that people have given money to pay forward to those who need help to afford books. As students who had to save up to even just come to Edinburgh, this was much appreciated!The staff member that was there was very helpful and friendly, and even let us stay a bit after the closing time to finish browsing.I definitely recommend going if you're looking for a book in Edinburgh, and can't wait to go back myself!

Beautiful shop bursting with pride and a love of literature. Dog enthusiastic too!

This shop is amazing. Loved it ! Lots of books I never saw before.

A very lovely bookshop in Edinburgh! There are a lot of independent publisher books, children books, feminism, LGBTIQ themes books, etc. The staff is friendly and helpful. Love from Indonesia!

I simply adore this bookstore. The selection is extensive, and also includes quite a few comic books. I really appreciate the notes left next to some of the positions on the shelves and wish more bookstores had them. This is one of the places I keep coming back to when I'm visiting Edinburgh.

A very nice & niche bookshop. The ambience is very calm. I feel so comfortable browse lots of books there. They also have lots of events for shoppers and readers. Definitely will come back!

Fantastic well-curated selection! The displays both look fantastic and have great books. Sections are well-marked as well so you can head towards what you’re looking for.

Has an amazing collection of books, magazines, and local arts projects!! Best part has to be the lovely dog in the entrance :) Love the collection of pins and stickers too!