Independent bookshop nominated for regional award

An independent Stoke-on-Trent business has been nominated as the West Midlands 'Bookshop of the Year' 2026.

Vellichor Books in Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley has received the recognition from My Local Awards West Midlands 2026.

My Local Awards celebrates local businesses which are nominated by the community, with winners selected via a public vote.

Mitch Hughes, director of Vellichor Books, said it is "exciting" to be nominated in a category with competition from across the West Midlands.

The winners of My Local Awards West Midlands 2026 will be announced tomorrow