Waterstones Edinburgh West End

There's something for everyone in Edinburgh's biggest bookshop, Waterstones Edinburgh West End, located at the heart of the city, opposite Edinburgh Castle, on the capital's main shopping street!

About Waterstones Edinburgh West End

	128 Princes Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 4AD
	01312262666
	Waterstones Edinburgh West End Website
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Our four-floor bookshop is right at the heart of the city, opposite Edinburgh Castle, on the capital's main shopping street; Princes St. We've got something for everyone: a large and inviting Children's department, a robust and exciting events programme, a Scottish department that reflects the richness and diversity of our great country, Stationery and Magazines for everyone & our very own Café W, on the Second Floor, with breath taking views of the Castle and Edinburgh skyline, where we work with local suppliers to bring you the very best food and drink that the city has to offer.

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Upcoming Events at Waterstones Edinburgh West End

Books

Hold Fast, An Evening with Catherine Simpson

18th September 2025

Waterstones Edinburgh West End, Edinburgh New Town

Join Catherine Simpson on Thursday 18th September at Waterstones Edinburgh West End as she shares her unforgettable story, Hold Fast!

Books

A Festive Evening with Lindsey Kelk & Friends

8th October 2025

The Parish Church of St Cuthbert, Edinburgh Old Town

Join Lindsey Kelk and friends for great chats, fun and festivities to celebrate Christmas Fling at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert on Wednesday 8th October!

Books

Uncharmed, An Evening with Lucy Jane Wood

9th October 2025

The Parish Church of St Cuthbert, Edinburgh Old Town

Join Sunday Times bestselling author Lucy Jane Wood on Thursday 9th October at The Parish Church of St. Cuthbert as we celebrate her spellbinding new cosy fantasy, Uncharmed!

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An Audience with Philippa Gregory

14th October 2025

Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh Old Town

Join Philippa Gregory, as she takes you on a journey through the history you thought you knew, a fascinating evening of entertaining historical insight and unforgettable storytelling!

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The Society of Unknowable Objects, An Evening with Gareth Brown

16th October 2025

Waterstones Edinburgh West End, Edinburgh New Town

Join Gareth Brown on Thursday 16th October at Waterstones Edinburgh West End as we celebrate the publication on his A fast-paced flight of magic and mystery, The Society of Unknowable Objects.

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An evening with Allison Meldrum: Keep Me Safe

29th October 2025

Waterstones Edinburgh West End, Edinburgh New Town

Waterstones Edinburgh West End is delighted to welcome Allison Meldrum along to the shop on Wednesday 29th October to celebrate the publication of her absorbing and pacy new thriller, Keep Me Safe.

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Book signing with Hannah Gold -The Lone Husky

5th November 2025

Waterstones Edinburgh West End, Edinburgh New Town

Come and meet internationally bestselling children's author, Hannah Gold, on Wednesday 5th November, as she signs copies of her thrilling tale of arctic adventure, The Lone Husky!

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