Word on the Water is the London Bookbarge on Regent’s Canal Towpath, N1C 4LW, operating from a 100-year-old Dutch barge and selling both new and second-hand books alongside readings and live events.
Quick facts
- Best for: Visitors who want London’s most distinctive bookshop setting, Readers browsing a mixed new and second-hand selection
- Known for: Floating bookbarge, new and second-hand books, poetry and live events
- Phone: +44 7976 886982
Why it ranks
Its official site confirms a genuine mix of new and second-hand stock alongside readings, book launches, poetry slams and live acoustic music, all from a permanently moored bookbarge in central London.
Location and links
- Address: Regent’s Canal Towpath, London N1C 4LW
- Official website
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Service area and category
- City: London
- Region: England
- Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Independent bookshop
Editorial summary
Word on the Water is the London Bookbarge on Regent’s Canal Towpath, N1C 4LW, operating from a 100-year-old Dutch barge and selling both new and second-hand books alongside readings and live events.