Motor Books
ADDRESS
13-15 Cecil Court, Covent Garden, London WC2N 4AN
TELEPHONE
020 7836 5376
OPENING TIMES
Mon to Fri 9.30am-6pm, Thu 9.30am-7pm, Sat 10.30am-5.30pm
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Established in 1957, Motor Books is the oldest motoring bookseller in the world specialising in motoring and motorsport. Over the years the shop expanded its operation to cover railway, aviation, maritime and military subjects. The shop moved to Cecil Court in 2007 after celebrating its 50th anniversary in nearby St Martins Court.
Opening and closing times for Motor Books
Monday:
9.30
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18.00
Tuesday:
9.30
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18.00
Wednesday:
9.30
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18.00
Thursday:
9.30
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19.00
Friday:
9.30
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18.00
Saturday:
10.30
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17.30
Sunday:
Closed
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Radisson Blu Edwardian Hampshire Hotel
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 73% off from £143
Leicester Square, WC2H | 3 minutes from Motor Books
Overlooking Leicester Square - the setting for London’s regular film premieres - the Radisson Edwardian Hampshire has glamorous, exclusive décor to match its high-profile setting: mahogany-panelled ...More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 73% off from £143
Leicester Square, WC2H | 3 minutes from Motor Books
Overlooking Leicester Square - the setting for London’s regular film premieres - the Radisson Edwardian Hampshire has glamorous, exclusive décor to match its high-profile setting: mahogany-panelled ...More
The Royal Trafalgar Hotel
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 90% off from £97
Whitcomb Street, WC2H | 4 minutes from Motor Books
Set in between Trafalgar and Leicester Squares and right next to the National Portrait Gallery, the Thistle Trafalgar Square is a modern hotel set in a ...More
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Whitcomb Street, WC2H | 4 minutes from Motor Books
Set in between Trafalgar and Leicester Squares and right next to the National Portrait Gallery, the Thistle Trafalgar Square is a modern hotel set in a ...More
Radisson Blu Edwardian Leicester Square Hotel
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 73% off from £138
St Martins Street, WC2H | 4 minutes from Motor Books
One of Radisson’s more intimate venues with only 60 rooms, this boutique hotel is tucked down a quiet street in the heart of Theatreland. The National ...More
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St Martins Street, WC2H | 4 minutes from Motor Books
One of Radisson’s more intimate venues with only 60 rooms, this boutique hotel is tucked down a quiet street in the heart of Theatreland. The National ...More
Nigel Williams Rare Books
London > Shopping > Books
25 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
As specialists in Modern First Editions, Nigel Williams Rare Books stocks 19th and 20th century literature, children's books by authors such as Enid Blyton, A.A. Milne ...More
London > Shopping > Books
25 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
As specialists in Modern First Editions, Nigel Williams Rare Books stocks 19th and 20th century literature, children's books by authors such as Enid Blyton, A.A. Milne ...More
Any Amount of Books
London > Shopping > Books
62 Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 4 minutes from Motor Books
A delightful second-hand bookshop with a wide choice that ranges from antiquarian first editions to the bargain basement. Rare books, first editions, modern literature, art and ...More
London > Shopping > Books
62 Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 4 minutes from Motor Books
A delightful second-hand bookshop with a wide choice that ranges from antiquarian first editions to the bargain basement. Rare books, first editions, modern literature, art and ...More
Davenports Magic Shop
London > Shopping > Specialists
7 Charing Cross Underground Shopping Arcade, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
From budding Harry Potters and bumbling Tommy Coopers to dynamic David Copperfields, Davenports is a haven for magicians of every level and ability. Non-magicians too are ...More
London > Shopping > Specialists
7 Charing Cross Underground Shopping Arcade, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
From budding Harry Potters and bumbling Tommy Coopers to dynamic David Copperfields, Davenports is a haven for magicians of every level and ability. Non-magicians too are ...More
Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe
London > Shopping > Children's Gifts and Toys
25 New Row, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
Retro sweet shops are all the rage at the moment. In the Covent Garden area alone you'll find half a dozen of them, the latest of ...More
London > Shopping > Children's Gifts and Toys
25 New Row, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
Retro sweet shops are all the rage at the moment. In the Covent Garden area alone you'll find half a dozen of them, the latest of ...More
Tenderproduct
London > Shopping > Art and Design
6 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
Tenderproduct is the second tender venture by Etan Ilfeld, who previously founded the neighbouring Tenderpixel Gallery, an innovative space for emerging talent. Tenderproduct is a shop ...More
London > Shopping > Art and Design
6 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
Tenderproduct is the second tender venture by Etan Ilfeld, who previously founded the neighbouring Tenderpixel Gallery, an innovative space for emerging talent. Tenderproduct is a shop ...More
A Blurred Boundary Is Still A Boundary: Shorts
London > Events > Film Events Dates: 25th May to 31st May 2012
ICA Cinema 1, The Mall, Westminster, SW1Y | 7 minutes from Motor Books
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London > Events > Film Events Dates: 25th May to 31st May 2012
ICA Cinema 1, The Mall, Westminster, SW1Y | 7 minutes from Motor Books
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A Blurred Boundary Is Still A Boundary: Shorts + Q&A
London > Events > Film Events Dates: 25th May to 31st May 2012
ICA Cinema 1, The Mall, Westminster, SW1Y | 7 minutes from Motor Books
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London > Events > Film Events Dates: 25th May to 31st May 2012
ICA Cinema 1, The Mall, Westminster, SW1Y | 7 minutes from Motor Books
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4D Cinema at The London Eye
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Every day 10am-9.30pm
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 11 minutes from Motor Books
The London Eye is one of the most cherished tourist attractions in the capital and has been since its opening in 2000. Now, thanks to a ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Every day 10am-9.30pm
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 11 minutes from Motor Books
The London Eye is one of the most cherished tourist attractions in the capital and has been since its opening in 2000. Now, thanks to a ...More
London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
London > Entertainment > Theatres
St Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | At Motor Books
London Coliseum is a magnificent historic building and an excellent venue in which to enjoy the soaring sounds and high drama of some truly thrilling operas. ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
St Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | At Motor Books
London Coliseum is a magnificent historic building and an excellent venue in which to enjoy the soaring sounds and high drama of some truly thrilling operas. ...More
Garrick Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
2 Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 2 minutes from Motor Books
Named after the great 18th century actor-manager David Garrick, whose portrait hangs in the foyer bar, The Garrick is a fantastic piece of late-Victorian kitsch. It ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
2 Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 2 minutes from Motor Books
Named after the great 18th century actor-manager David Garrick, whose portrait hangs in the foyer bar, The Garrick is a fantastic piece of late-Victorian kitsch. It ...More
Wyndham's Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 2 minutes from Motor Books
This is a gorgeous Edwardian Theatre, and the first theatre to show many famous productions, including 'Godspell' and Yazmin Reza's incredibly popular three-hander 'Art'. Known for ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 2 minutes from Motor Books
This is a gorgeous Edwardian Theatre, and the first theatre to show many famous productions, including 'Godspell' and Yazmin Reza's incredibly popular three-hander 'Art'. Known for ...More
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The best museums, galleries, attractions near Motor Books
St Martin-in-the-Fields
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Trafalgar Square, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
This historic church of St Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square was built in 1726 and is the best known work of Scottish architect James Gibbs whose ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Trafalgar Square, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
This historic church of St Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square was built in 1726 and is the best known work of Scottish architect James Gibbs whose ...More
National Gallery
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where it ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where it ...More
National Portrait Gallery
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
St Martin's Place, London, WC2H | 2 minutes from Motor Books
The National Portrait Gallery houses portraits of significant figures from the late 15th century to the present day. This isn't the place to come for serious ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
St Martin's Place, London, WC2H | 2 minutes from Motor Books
The National Portrait Gallery houses portraits of significant figures from the late 15th century to the present day. This isn't the place to come for serious ...More
The Harp
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
47 Chandos Place, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | At Motor Books
British cuisine. ...More
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
47 Chandos Place, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | At Motor Books
British cuisine. ...More
Hazuki
London > Restaurants > Japanese restaurants
43 Chandos Place, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | At Motor Books
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London > Restaurants > Japanese restaurants
43 Chandos Place, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | At Motor Books
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Thai Pot
London > Restaurants > Thai restaurants
1 Bedfordbury, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Motor Books
Cheap, cheerful and tasty - Thai Pot is ideal for a lunch, pre-theatre dinner or a bite between pints. Don't go expecting stellar service, plenty of ...More
London > Restaurants > Thai restaurants
1 Bedfordbury, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Motor Books
Cheap, cheerful and tasty - Thai Pot is ideal for a lunch, pre-theatre dinner or a bite between pints. Don't go expecting stellar service, plenty of ...More
Courtauld Institute of Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 10 minutes from Motor Books
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 10 minutes from Motor Books
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
King's College Medical School
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 10 minutes from Motor Books
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 10 minutes from Motor Books
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
English [Out There!]
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 12 minutes from Motor Books
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 12 minutes from Motor Books
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
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Leisure near Motor Books
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The Sanctuary
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Motor Books
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Motor Books
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
Thai Square Spa
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 6 minutes from Motor Books
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 6 minutes from Motor Books
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
So SPA Sofitel St James
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
6 Waterloo Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 8 minutes from Motor Books
Opened in July 2009, So SPA by Sofitel is a stunning relaxation space - all marble and modern design - housed within the Sofitel St James ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
6 Waterloo Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 8 minutes from Motor Books
Opened in July 2009, So SPA by Sofitel is a stunning relaxation space - all marble and modern design - housed within the Sofitel St James ...More
The Salisbury
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Motor Books
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Lamb & Flag
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from Motor Books
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 3 minutes from Motor Books
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
The Sherlock Holmes
London > Nightlife > Pubs
10 Northumberland Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Motor Books
Thirsty Sherlock Holmes fans look no further than this homage to the great detective himself and to original Victorian pubs. While you indulge in a soothing ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
10 Northumberland Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Motor Books
Thirsty Sherlock Holmes fans look no further than this homage to the great detective himself and to original Victorian pubs. While you indulge in a soothing ...More
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Nightlife near Motor Books
Motor Books clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
Gordon's Wine Bar
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
47 Villiers Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Motor Books
London's oldest wine bar and family-run underground tavern. Home to Samuel Pepys in the 1680s, the building housing Gordon’s is now home to a regular, thriving crowd ...More
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
47 Villiers Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Motor Books
London's oldest wine bar and family-run underground tavern. Home to Samuel Pepys in the 1680s, the building housing Gordon’s is now home to a regular, thriving crowd ...More
Rockwell
London > Nightlife > Bars
The Trafalgar, 2 Spring Gardens, London, Westminster, London SW1A | 4 minutes from Motor Books
Hotel bar on Trafalgar Square with public roof terrace. This bar is all about location, location, location. Just a few steps from Nelson's Column, the Trafalgar Hotel ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
The Trafalgar, 2 Spring Gardens, London, Westminster, London SW1A | 4 minutes from Motor Books
Hotel bar on Trafalgar Square with public roof terrace. This bar is all about location, location, location. Just a few steps from Nelson's Column, the Trafalgar Hotel ...More
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Meeting venue hire near Motor Books
Where to have your meeting, conference, exhibition, private dining or training course near Motor Books.
St Martins Lane Hotel
London > Business > Venue Hire
45 St. Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Motor Books
To enter the stunning St Martins Lane Hotel in the heart of London's Theatreland you pass through the tallest revolving door in London, a luminescent yellow-glass ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
45 St. Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Motor Books
To enter the stunning St Martins Lane Hotel in the heart of London's Theatreland you pass through the tallest revolving door in London, a luminescent yellow-glass ...More
Royal Society Of Arts
London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Motor Books
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London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Motor Books
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Haymarket Hotel
London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Suffolk Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 6 minutes from Motor Books
A hip designer hotel by Tim and Kit Kemp in a grand building on the prestigious Haymarket, the broad boulevard street making for an impressive entrance. ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Suffolk Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 6 minutes from Motor Books
A hip designer hotel by Tim and Kit Kemp in a grand building on the prestigious Haymarket, the broad boulevard street making for an impressive entrance. ...More
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