reuse and recycle
Bookshops:
Beerwolf Books (Falmouth)
3 Bells Court, Falmouth TR11 3AZ
01326 618474
https://www.facebook.com/BeerwolfBooks
Bookshop, Freehouse and Meeting Place in Falmouth
Bonython Bookshop (Truro)
bonythonbooks@gmail.com or 01872 262886 Free Book Search
https://www.abebooks.co.uk/bonython-bookshop-truro/538815/sf
Antiquarian & Second-hand Bookshop in the Cathedral city of Truro, specialising in all aspects of Cornish History, Archaeology & Topography, Children’s Literature & Art
Bookmark (Falmouth)
34 Arwenack Street, Falmouth TR11 3JB
01326 211252
tasha_berks@yahoo.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/bookmarkonline
Bookmark is a second-hand bookshop in Falmouth Cornwall. I hand pick all the books in my shop and they reflect the local culture, trends, and demands. Books you had no idea existed and quite rare. Bookshops are a gift to our communities. Wide range of preloved and vintage books.
Book ordering/hunting undertaken.
Churchill Books (Truro)
The Old Coinage Hall, 1 Boscawen Street, Truro TR1 2QU (next to Charlotte’s Tea House)
01872 273799
General stock of Second-hand and Antiquarian books specialising in Cornwall, Poetry, Politics, Natural History and much more, including the history of Golf. Mail orders welcome
Greenbank Books (Falmouth)
9 High Street, Falmouth TR11 2AB
01326 618969
https://www.abebooks.co.uk/greenbank-books-falmouth/71269665/sf
Greenbank Books is a bricks and mortar bookshop specialising in secondhand and rare books. Specialist subject areas include Maritime, Aviation, Art & Design, Photography, Motoring and Railways.
Just Books (Falmouth) 
Just Books, 5 & 6 St Georges Arcade, Falmouth, TR11 3DH
01326 617649
https://www.justbookskernow.co.uk
As of November 2025 Just Books are now at larger premises (see above address). Wide range of collectable and vintage books; special interest in Cornwall, Art and Children’s books. Book-finding service also available. Check website for opening days and times.
National Trust (Trelissick nr.Truro)
One of the most successful NT bookshops in the UK, they welcome donations of pre-loved books and publications https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissick/features/trelisssick-second-hand-bookshop
Oxfam Bookshop (Truro)
Oxfam has a bookshop at 9, New Bridge Street, Truro TR1 2AA which will accept donations of good quality books old and new. Also vintage vinyl and CDs both classical and popular available. See https://www.oxfam.org.uk/shops/oxfam-bookshop-truro/
You can browse online or visit their Facebook page for the latest news. Phone 01872 264765 or email oxfam.bookshop.truro@gmail.com for more information. The shop has been nominated for a UK Favourite Charity Shop Award 2024
Many Charity Shops also have second-hand book collections for sale (see Textiles)
Books in good condition can also be accepted at the new Kernow Reuse Shops for reuse/resale. Local Reuse shops are based at the Falmouth/Penryn and Truro Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs). See Recycling Services for details
WHSmith Bookcycle Recycling Service
Second-hand books in good condition can be returned to local stores in return for a WH Smith e-Gift Card. Follow the instructions on their website where you can find more details of the scheme. Books are either re-sold or donated. https://www.whsmith.co.uk/whsbookcycle
Books beyond use:
for recycling books that are no longer reusable or repairable check out Cornwall Council’s Recycling A – Z Guide recycling a-z where you can find tips on other materials recycling.
November 2025
TGtW: Working Towards a Local Circular Economy