The Open Book:

A book lover's holiday in Wigtown, Scotland

The Open Book in Wigtown, Scotland.

Have you ever dreamed of running your very own bookshop by the sea? Well, prepare to have your dreams come true in Wigtown, Scotland's National Book Town. The Open Book is a charming bookshop with an apartment above it to help you live your dream of having your very own bookshop by the sea in Scotland...for a week or two (or more, if you want πŸ˜‰).

Bookshelves and books inside a bookshop.

The first ever bookshop holiday/residency experience, Scotland's National Book Town welcomes you to play-bookshop for your holiday. They'll give you your very own apartment and bookshop below, supported by a team of friendly volunteers to make your trip as lovely as possible. Set up by The Wigtown Festival Company, Open Book's aim is to celebrate books, independent bookshops and welcome people around the world to Scotland's National Book Town. The fee for your stay is low because they are a non-profit. It covers the running costs of the holiday but that is all. A laptop and WiFi are provided. So, are you ready to pack your bags? 🧳

Check out The Open Book's Airbnb listing here!