Our award-winning bookshop is themed on strong women and is located in the village of Haworth, home of the Bronte sisters. It is filled with beautiful & unique items for all ages. From Suffragette, Feminist and LGBT items to beautiful stationery, our stock is designed by inspiring women, some local, some further afield but all in the UK.
In her workroom on the first floor of our shop in Haworth, Diane designs and hand makes clothes with a unique twist for children using the most striking and gorgeous fabrics.
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Little Brother Chef cooking up a Veganuary storm!
We stock lots of lovely Maileg Products, from the fabulous Mice and their accessories to the most cuddly Teddies, Dogs, Cats and even Elephants and Hippos! Click on the picture to take you straight to our full collection!
A surprising, inspiring & award-winning bookshop
We’ve put together a fantastic collection of books, selected to entertain, inspire & motivate you & your children. It’s so good we have won the accolade of ‘Best Independent Bookshop in the North of England’ (Bookseller Magazine) and ‘One of the UK’s Top 12 favourite Bookshops’ (The Times). We are also two-times finalist in the ‘High Street Hero’ award for best small business on a GB High Street (Small Awards)
We specialise in fiction and non-fiction books by or about inspiring women, nature, the environment and inclusivity. Have a look here: Our best sellers
We’re proud of our large selection of books signed by the author. Have a look by clicking on SIGNED COPIES
An incredible selection of books
If we don’t have the book you want in our online shop. please have a look on our Bookshop.org page. They have almost five million titles for 2-3 day delivery!
If you spend £25 on Bookshop.org shipping is free! Just click on this link: Wave Of Nostalgia Bookshop UK
“The loveliest shop I have ever seen and the reason for our trip to Haworth. I love this place, thankyou X Heidi”
“It was a pleasure to meet you , you are full of inspiration. I will be back for more shopping, Thanks Polly X”
Home and heart
We source stylish items from local suppliers and artisans for you to own or give – beautiful unique gifts at affordable prices.
Living the Dream
All this would be nothing if it wasn’t underpinned by the two old-fashioned values that Wave of Nostalgia lives by – great, personal customer service and excellent value for money. We know that if your experience with us has been fabulous, you’ll come back and maybe even bring your friends. See you soon x