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Foyles Charing Cross Road
Specialist books, music departments and a top-floor events space make Foyles’ Charing Cross Road flagship a substantial browse at the edge of Soho.
- Location
- 107 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0DT
A place worth knowing
The current shop is at 107 Charing Cross Road, in the former art-school building, rather than its old premises. Lifts connect the levels. The café closes an hour before the shop, while the auditorium follows its event schedule. Sunday opening differs from the longer weekday and Saturday hours.
Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026
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Foyles Charing Cross Road
107 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0DT
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107 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0DT
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