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WHSmith: Your Go-To Destination for Books, Stationery, and More
WHSmith, sometimes shortened to ‘Smiths’, is a British chain of stores offering a wide range of products. Although WHSmith is primarily known as a bookstore, they also sell stationery, greeting cards, toys, games, children’s items, magazines, and even snack items. They carry books in genres ranging from science fiction to cookbooks and everything in between. The store has a strong presence on the UK high street, as well as top locations within shopping centres. WHSmith operates over 1,000 stores globally, with a significant presence in the UK and Australia.
WHSmith's 1,000-plus stores are located throughout the UK. You can find them on most high streets in major cities and towns. While most of their outlets are in the UK, they also operate stores internationally, thanks to their WHSmith Travel division.
With over 250 international locations, their travel-oriented branches offer books, stationery, and travel essentials such as plug adaptors, sun cream, and sweets for travellers. These stores are typically found at transport hubs, including airports, railway stations, and bus stations, both in the UK and abroad. Their overseas locations span Australia, Asia, and the Middle East.
Recognising a WHSmith store is easy due to its iconic blue background and white lettering logo, which has remained largely unchanged over the years. In some instances, the name may be shortened to "WHS" on signage, retaining the same design.
WHSmith opening times vary significantly depending on location. Some branches may open as early as 7:30 am, while others start at 9 am. Similarly, closing times can range from 5 pm to 11 pm. WHSmith Travel stores often follow the opening hours of the transport hubs they are located in, with some having extended hours compared to high street locations.
Many WHSmith stores remain open seven days a week, while others close on Sundays, depending on their location. Opening hours may change on New Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Christmas, Boxing Day, and other bank holidays. To find the opening times of a WHSmith store near you, use the store locator.
WHSmith may be a familiar brand, but here are five lesser-known facts about the company:
- The business began as a news vendor outlet in London.
- The company was founded in 1792.
- WHSmith once founded a television channel.
- It is one of the world’s oldest retailers, over 225 years old.
- WHSmith has acquired several other retailers throughout its history.
WHSmith’s product range includes books, eBooks, magazines, craft essentials, stationery, toys and games, electronics, and even some furniture items. Books are one of their biggest revenue streams, with an extensive selection across numerous genres. They also offer a broad range of magazines and eBooks. Their popular stationery section is complemented by office supplies, including hard drives, printers, and accessories. WHSmith also sells computer games and family board games, from classic favourites to modern hits, keeping pace with larger toy retailers.
WHSmith was originally founded as a news vendor in London by husband-and-wife duo Anna and Henry Walton Smith. After their passing, their son, William Henry Smith, took over the business, which then expanded by capitalising on the railway boom and establishing newsstands at railway stations. The business remained in the family for several generations and continued to grow, becoming the global brand it is today.
