Foyles
Foyles is a London bookseller that opened in 1903 and still runs its flagship on Charing Cross Road. Alongside its shops in London, Bristol, Birmingham and Chelmsford, it sells online at foyles.co.uk. It suits keen readers, students hunting academic titles and anyone buying a bookish present. Knowledgeable staff and a busy programme of author events stand behind the name.
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More ways to save at Foyles
- Student discount10% student discount with valid NUS card
- NHS discountFoyles offers discounts through the Blue Light Card program, which is available to NHS employees and healthcare workers.
- Military discountFoyles offers discounts through the Blue Light Card program, which is available to armed forces personnel. British Forces Discounts also mentions up to 4% cashback for Forces Personnel.
- Join FoyaltyCustomers receive one stamp for every £10 of purchases, and after collecting 10 stamps, they get a £10 balance to spend in Foyles bookshops or on foyles.co.uk, with no minimum redemption. Foyalty Students receive an extra 5% off.
- Free delivery over £25Top your basket up past £25 and delivery costs nothing.
- Click & CollectSkip delivery fees by collecting in store.
- Gift cardsAvailable if you're buying for someone else.
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About Foyles
What you'll find
Books are the heart of it: fiction and non-fiction, children's titles, academic texts, classics and new releases. Staff picks and signed copies add interest for collectors. If a title isn't on the shelf, specialist staff can usually track down almost anything still in print, including rare and academic books. Gifts and stationery round things out for anyone buying for a reader.
Delivery and returns at a glance
UK delivery is free over £25, and standard parcels take 3-5 working days. Express and international delivery are available as well. Click and collect from any Foyles branch costs nothing. Books can be returned within 30 days as long as they're undamaged and in their original condition. Visa, Mastercard, American Express and PayPal are accepted.
Rewards and extras
The Foyalty scheme gives a stamp for each £10 spent. Collect ten and £10 is added to your balance, to use in store or online. Students get a discount, and Blue Light Card holders and British Forces Discounts members can save too. Gift cards are sold, and the Charing Cross Road shop hosts author events, signings and literary festivals through the year. Foyles has been owned by Waterstones since 2018, and it uses recycled packaging and backs local publishers.
Sustainability at Foyles
Committed to sustainable practices including recycled packaging and supporting local publishers.
Foyles quick facts
| Free delivery | On orders over £25 |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Free UK delivery on orders over £25. Standard delivery 3-5 working days. Express and international options available. |
| Returns | 30-day returns on undamaged books in original condition. |
| Click & Collect | Yes |
| International shipping | Yes |
| Payment methods | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal |
| Gift cards | Yes |
| Loyalty scheme | Foyalty |
| Founded | 1903 |
| Headquarters | London |
| Parent company | Foyles Ltd |
| Stores | 4 |
Foyles contact
- Website
- foyles.co.uk
- Phone
- 020 7434 1574
- orders@foyles.co.uk
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 9:30am-9pm, Sun 11:30am-6pm
Foyles FAQs
Does Foyles deliver abroad?
Yes. International delivery is available, along with an express service. UK orders over £25 qualify for free delivery and normally arrive in 3-5 working days.
Can I return a book I don't want?
Yes, within 30 days, provided the book is undamaged and in its original condition. Check the Foyles website for how to send it back.
How does the Foyalty scheme work?
You earn one stamp for each £10 spent. Ten stamps add a £10 balance to your account, which you can spend in Foyles shops or online.
Where are the Foyles shops?
Foyles has shops in London, including its flagship on Charing Cross Road, plus branches in Bristol, Birmingham and Chelmsford. Click and collect is free at any of them.
Can students pay less at Foyles?
Yes. With a valid NUS card, students get money off in the shops and online. Student Beans is also supported for verifying your status.
