About us

In 1962 Shire Publications began with its first book, Discovering East Suffolk. 45 years and over 1000 titles later we have become the home for affordable, non-fiction paperbacks on a wide range of subjects, reflecting the interests of ordinary people everywhere, however unusual or obscure their passions might be.

Specialising in historical and heritage subjects, we have something for everyone whether they be country house visitors, amateur historians or collectors and enthusiasts of every conceivable interest. Covering hobbies from coins, buttons and old toys and medals through motoring and rural history to archaeology, Shire Publications reflect the rich diversity of life in Great Britain over the centuries.

We are now now part of the Osprey family. Please visit us again to keep up to date with all our developments over 2008.