WELCOME 

At Kerr & Sons we have a stock of over 10,000 quality second-hand books comprising a wide variety of subjects with antiquarian titles through to modern publications. We pride ourselves on the quality and condition of our stock and pursue a selective buying policy. Prices range in general from £5 to £5000. The majority of our stock can be viewed online at AbeBooks.co.uk (follow 'shop' link above). There is also the Gatehouse Bookshop in Cartmel village square, which houses our non-internet stock, open most Saturdays for browsing. 

The Gatehouse Bookshop is currently open on Saturdays (hours can vary: approx. 11am-4pm). We can also open by appointment. Please contact us to arrange a convenient date and time.

Testimonials

“...I would recommend Kerr Books due to their excellent customer service. They were prompt and detailed with their responses to my questions, regarding the condition of the book and how to purchase the book online, once I was satisfied with the condition. The book arrived in secure packaging which ensured that it would not be damaged in transit...”

"...A beautifully wrapped parcel arrived half an hour or so ago containing a copy of 'Old Inns’ by Cecil Aldin. It’s just brilliant (I love his illustrations) and I have to say a huge thankyou to you for sending the volume on so quickly..."

"...Thank you for sending the book which arrived safely this morning, and expertly packed. I'm delighted to add it to my collection..."

"...Just a line to let you know the handsomely wrapped parcel arrived in exc nick, and to thank you for prompt dispatch.  Delighted with the book of course. Until next time then..."

"...The books have arrived safely - thanks for the beautiful books and the nice and professional transaction..."

"...The book arrived safely and in excellent condition.  It is beautiful; thank you..."
Please contact us if you have any interesting or old books for sale or are seeking valuations. We are also able to undertake 'book searches' at your request. If you require any advice and information about books either buying or selling, our considerable experience and expertise can help.

We are full members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association and the ILAB.

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