About us

Townsends of Manningtree is a well established family run business which started as a shop in the heart of Manningtree town centre (Essex, UK) in March 1950.  Our high street shop closed in 2022, but our online shop remains open.

We have a variety of carefully selected cards for birthdays, special occasions, celebrations and blank cards for your own personal message.

Our hand picked selection of books includes titles in food and drink, art, architecture and design, fashion, military, music, plant and equipment, sport and transport all at amazing prices.