Miles & Henry Bookstore Cafe

The short version. Miles & Henry is an independent bookstore and cafe on Main Street in the heart of Alstonville, mixing new and pre-loved books with coffee and food. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating, so it makes a relaxed browse-and-brew stop.

The dog setup. Dogs join you in the outdoor area, with room to settle under the table, and staff are known to bring out a water bowl. Inside the bookstore and cafe is people-only, so plan on an outdoor table.

Good to know. The draw is the mix of books, gifts and a solid breakfast and lunch menu with generous portions, in a relaxed, literary space. It is a local gathering spot rather than a quick-turnover cafe.

Getting there. It sits directly on Main Street, with on-street parking along the main road and nearby side streets. Easy to reach on foot if you are already in the village.

Make a morning of it. There is a dog-friendly grassed area across the road for a quick leg-stretch before or after, and the quiet village streets are pleasant to walk.

Sources

• Miles & Henry Bookstore Cafe · milesandhenrybookstorecafe.com

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