About Super Vincent's Ranelagh
Tucked on Ranelagh Road amid the neighbourhood's cafes and boutiques, Super Vincent's Ranelagh offers a delightful surprise as a charity bookshop in the Ranelagh area. Run by St Vincent de Paul, this spacious superstore dedicates ample space to second-hand books, where the earthy scent of aged pages invites endless browsing. Funds raised support vulnerable locals, adding heart to every find. It's a favourite for savvy shoppers hunting vintage novels, textbooks, and coffee-table beauties at giveaway prices, embodying Ranelagh's community-focused charm.
What to Expect
Navigate wide aisles to fiction bestsellers, biographies, self-help, and kids' adventures, all priced to move. Genres span romance to sci-fi, with occasional rarities donated by avid collectors. Complementing books are household goods, but the literary trove shines with variety. Volunteers keep it tidy, rotating stock for fresh allure daily. Compact yet comprehensive, it's ideal for building collections on a shoestring.
Insider Tips
Visit late afternoon for post-donation hauls; Thursday restocks rock. Stroll from Ranelagh Dart for eco-friendly outing. Ask for genre spots, and pair with ice cream from Ranelagh Sweet Boutique nearby. Donate spares to sustain it. Budget hunters rejoice: €1-€5 steals abound. As one of Ranelagh Dublin's unsung bookshops, Super Vincent's blends thrift, thrill, and philanthropy perfectly for discerning readers.