A Light on the High Street
An independent Christian witness serving Shrewsbury and the county of Shropshire for over fourteen years — Bibles, Christian books and gifts, church supplies, and thousands of second-hand titles online.
Second-hand Christian books, delivered
Search our online second-hand bookshop — Bibles, theology, devotionals, biography and more, each with its condition and a fair price. Order online and we’ll post it out to you.
Visit the online shop →Encouraging and building people up — one book at a time
Illuminate is an independent Christian bookshop, serving churches and individuals in and around Shropshire and beyond. We’re here to encourage and build people up in day-to-day life — and some of that is through good Christian books.
Bibles & books
A wide range of Bibles in many translations, plus Christian books for every stage of the journey.
Gifts & church supplies
Christian gifts, cards and church supplies — including candles — for individuals and congregations.
Second-hand online
Over 4,000 second-hand Christian titles you can search and buy online, posted out across the UK.
Can’t find a particular book?
Most people come looking for something specific. Search our online shop, or tell us what you’re after and we’ll see if we can track it down for you.
Looking for new books? Browse our shop on Bookshop.org — buying there earns commission that supports our work.
Donating books to us?
We warmly welcome donations of good-condition used Christian books. They help us keep good books in circulation and support the work of the shop.
Tell us what you have →What we can take
Bibles, theology, devotional and biography in reasonable condition. If you have a large collection, get in touch first and we’ll arrange the best way to receive it.
Events & visits
From time to time we host author visits, book signings and seasonal events, and we’re always happy to help churches with supplies and bulk orders. Pop in or get in touch to hear what’s coming up.
Come and see us on Wyle Cop
- Address
- 18 Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1XB
- Opening hours
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- Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 – 17:00
- Sunday & Monday Closed
Join us
We don’t have any paid vacancies at the moment — but we’re always glad to hear from people who’d like to volunteer or help around the shop. If that sounds like you, do get in touch.
Volunteer with us
Get in touch
Looking for a particular book or have a question? We’d love to hear from you.
Find us
Phone
01743 233657
Email
admin@illuminatebooks.org.uk
In person
18 Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1XB
Opening hours
Tue – Sat, 10:00 – 17:00