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The English Book Depot

Visit us to enjoy a cup of coffee and immerse yourself in the pages of your next favourite book at our century-old bookstore. The Bookshop has been a cherished institution for book lovers in India for over 100 years, founded in 1923 in Firozpur and becoming a popular destination for readers of all ages since 1948 in Dehradun. In 2002, we enhanced the book cafe experience with the addition of a coffee shop. In 2010, EBD acquired Book Cafe, further enriching the customer experience. In 2020, we established the Learning Forward India Foundation to promote lifelong learning for everyone. Whether you're a regular customer or a first-time visitor, The Book Cafe provides an unmatched experience for book lovers.  


The story of our family-owned bookstore is truly inspiring! Narain Dass established the shop as a cherished legacy when he passed it on to his sons in 1965. Among them, Dev Dutt stood out as a visionary, moving to Dehradun to team up with his brother, Sukhdev, to manage the shop. In 1971, Snehlata joined her husband, and together they took the business to incredible new heights! When Dev Dutt faced health challenges in 1983, his son Sandeep, a recent college graduate, stepped up to support the family business. Tragically, Dev Dutt passed away in 1989, but Snehlata embraced leadership with grace. On a beautiful Mother’s Day morning, May 11, 2025, she shared a touching farewell moment with Sandeep, leaving him ready to navigate the future with confidence and love. What a remarkable legacy!

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Life is meant to be celebrated! 🙌

Join us in celebrating the remarkable 85-year journey of Snehlata, whose compassionate leadership has guided our family-owned bookstore for over five decades. Her unwavering dedication and care have truly made a difference in countless lives, enhancing the book cafe experience we offer to our community. Let’s honor her legacy and the profound impact she has had on all of us, especially in this century-old bookstore!

World Book Day

Students from Dehradun Hills Academy recently embarked on an exciting adventure at The English Book Depot, a family-owned bookstore with over a century of history! They dived into the world of books, exploring the joys of reading, the thrill of learning, and the unique book cafe experience offered by this beloved establishment. Don’t miss out on Part 1 of this enthralling podcast!

Best Bookstore 2023

iro (India Reading Olympiad) is a platform that fosters an ecosystem encouraging functional reading spaces and a passion for reading. It acknowledges and rewards efforts to spark a reading revolution across 13 categories. Our Best Book Store Award is particularly noteworthy, highlighting our family-owned bookstore, which has been a beloved century-old bookstore and a cornerstone of the community, offering a delightful book café experience for all.

Finding yourself!

Check out the video showcasing the unique book cafe experience at this century-old bookstore! Special thanks to the family-owned bookstore's owners for graciously permitting a shoot at their property—Mrs. Sneh, The English Book Depot, Dehradun. @aquaregialabs‪

Book Cafe

Drop in for a cup of coffee and enjoy a unique book cafe experience in our century-old, family-owned bookstore while brewing knowledge with us!

Sandeep Dutt at the Hyderabad Lit Fest 2023

Sandeep Dutt spoke at the Hyderabad Lit Fest in 2023, sharing insights about how the family-owned bookstore has diligently adapted to remain a relevant part of the literary landscape. Established in 1923, this century-old bookstore has transformed into the inviting Book Cafe we see today. Every 25 years, the family has consciously worked to enhance the bookstore's atmosphere, ensuring that every visitor enjoys a memorable book cafe experience.

English Book Cafe: About Us

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    We love our customers at our family-owned bookstore, so feel free to visit during normal business hours for a cozy book cafe experience in our century-old bookstore.

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    Narain Dass and Sons

    The English Book Depot, Rajpur Road, Ghanta Ghar, Chukkuwala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

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    10:00 am – 08:00 pm

    Our Book Cafe features a Barista Coffee Shop.

    Terms and Conditions

    1. Prices are subject to change without prior intimation. 2. All books and products are supplied by The English Book Depot (EBD), a family-owned bookstore that has been serving customers for years as a reseller. The product warranty is provided by the publisher or manufacturer. EBD shall not be held liable for any deficiency in the products supplied. 3. We are dedicated to enhancing your book cafe experience and will exchange the product only if the deficiency is genuine. 4. All sales are final, and no returns are accepted. 5. All disputes are subject to the courts at Dehradun in the Uttarakhand state of India. 6. We do not share our customers' data with anyone, except for the shipping address with the shipper. 7. Our store, a century-old bookstore, is located in Dehradun, India, and we have no branch or representative anywhere in the world.

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    15, Rajpur Road, Dehradun

    +911352655192

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