A shop of many marvellous things

Independent shop, bookshop & coffee bar in Hay-on-Wye

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  • Beautiful homewares at The Old Electric Shop

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    From unique homewares to artisan bath products, beautiful plants and an eclectic book selection, we’ve got something to tempt you…

  • Hannah Burson standing outside The Old Electric Shop

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    Come see us at our shop in Hay-on-Wye – it’s a cornucopia of unputdownable delights and gift inspiration…

  • Coffee and cake at The Old Electric, Hay-on-Wye

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    Our coffee bar is open 10am to 5pm every day of the week, serving excellent coffee, specialty teas and delicious cakes…

  • Comfy bed at Old Electric accommodation

    Stay at our local accommodation

    The Deckhouse is a light, bright, spacious cabin and The Daren is a rustic cottage on the side of the Black Mountains…

The Old Electric Shop logo image, Hay-on-Wye

The Old Electric Shop, Hay-on-Wye

An independent shop, bookshop and coffee bar.

Stocking fascinating books, great things to buy, new and vintage furniture, homewares, clothes, plants, gifts and more.

Occasional evening events with live music, cocktail bar and late night shop opening.

Holiday accommodation (luxury cabin in the hills and super-private mountainside retreat).

A beautifully-curated, creative space where everyone and their dog is welcome to spend some time. Tap into your creativity. You’ve got this.

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