Made in Cardiff
The Story Peg Shelf
4.99 from 150 reviewsKeep their favourite books visible and easy to reach, with a row of pegs underneath for the things they use every day. Solid ash with a recessed front bar in the colour of your choice, made in small batches in our Cardiff workshop.
Painted by hand with child-safe paint, tested to EN 71-3. Not sure? Order a £3 sample
- Made to order, dispatched in 10–12 working days
- Free UK delivery
- Arrives assembled, ready to hang
- 14-day returns
The details
- Solid ash, sustainably sourced
- Traditional joinery, in thicker timber
- Recessed front bar, painted by hand
- Solid wood pegs: 3 on the 40cm, rising to 7 on the 80cm
- Rounded edges and a softened top front corner
- Designed to last beyond childhood
- Arrives fully assembled, with screws, wall plugs and keyhole markers
Delivery and returns
Made to order in our Cardiff workshop and dispatched within 10–12 working days, fully assembled, with free UK delivery. You have 14 days from delivery to return it; return postage is paid by you.
Fitting and care
Slot the two keyhole markers into the back of the shelf, hold it level against the wall and press: they mark exactly where to drill, so there's no measuring. Then fit the plugs and screws and hang it. To clean, wipe with a soft, damp cloth; no polish or sprays needed.
Books above, pegs below, all within their reach.
The Story Shelf with a peg rail built in. Taller, so there's room for a row of front-facing books and a place to hang the things they reach for every morning.
Solid ash. No shortcuts. No flat-pack.
Made in thicker timber than our other shelves, with traditional joinery and solid wood pegs, so it takes the weight of a full shelf of books and a row of school bags, day after day.
Five widths, one height.
Every size is 28cm tall and 13cm deep. The 40cm has 3 pegs, rising to 7 on the 80cm.
| Size | Overall (w × d × h) |
|---|---|
| 40cm | 40 × 13 × 28cm |
| 50cm | 50 × 13 × 28cm |
| 60cm | 60 × 13 × 28cm |
| 70cm | 70 × 13 × 28cm |
| 80cm | 80 × 13 × 28cm |
On the wall in minutes. No measuring.
- 1Slot in the markersPush the two keyhole markers into the keyhole slots on the back of the shelf.
- 2Level it and pressPlace a spirit level on the shelf, hold it where you want it and press it firmly against the wall. The markers show exactly where to drill.
- 3Drill, plug and hangDrill the two holes with a 6mm bit, push in the wall plugs, fit the screws and hang the shelf on them.
“Every Story Peg Shelf is made in our Cardiff workshop, and I build each one as if it were going on my own children's wall.”
Luke, our makerLoved by families
4.99★ from 150 reviewsLet customers speak for us
Really lovely frame - perfect for a kids room or cute prints in your home.
Excellent quality, beautifully made and arrived quickly too. Thank you!
it looks perfect with my daughter’s bookshelf.
Lovely item, perfect for my son's room
Great item, looks as on pictures
Brilliant idea, it's in my daughters room who loves to swap and change her artwork or certificates. It's easy to fit and works really well. Will be buying more.
Holds the weight of the poster!
I bought a £2 shein poster and couldn’t find a frame to fit it! This has made it look gorgeous in my son’s bedroom, very good quality & holds the weight of the poster.
So gorgeous in my daughter’s nursery! Highly recommend ✨🫶🏼
Absolutely would recommend this item, and the seller. Customer service is fantastic.
I would give this 6 stars if I could! Not only do I love my frame and the little hooks but the seller has the most excellent customer service - no query was too much bother! i will definitely be ordering more and recommending to other people too.
Love love love this!!! Perfect little addition to the reading corner in my children’s playroom 🥰
Quick delivery and made a perfect addition to my daughter’s room.
Beautifully made and quick delivery. Finishes off my daughters room perfectly
Lovely item looks great in my daughters bedroom
Good to know
Can I hang it next to a Story Shelf?
Yes. It uses the same solid ash and the same painted bar colours, so the two sit together as one reading wall.
Not sure which colour?
Order real painted samples for £3 a colour, posted free, from our colour samples page. Each sample has a code on the back worth £3 off your furniture.
What do I need to put it up?
A drill with a 6mm bit and a spirit level. Everything else, the screws, universal wall plugs and keyhole markers, comes in the box.
Will it work on my walls?
The universal wall plugs in the box work in both solid walls and plasterboard. Every wall is different, so if you're unsure, ask a professional for advice before fitting.
How high should I hang it?
Hang it so the books sit at your child's eye or chest height, where they can reach them comfortably while standing. A simple test: stand them next to the wall and see where their hand naturally lands. For a reading wall, put the lowest shelf at their height and use the higher ones for books you swap in. Avoid hanging shelves directly above a cot or bed.
Is the paint safe for children?
Yes. Every colour is painted in our Cardiff workshop with a furniture paint tested to EN 71-3, the safety standard for children's toys.
When will it arrive?
It's made to order and dispatched within 10–12 working days, fully assembled, with free UK delivery.
Will mine look exactly like the photos?
Very close, but not identical. It's made from solid timber, so the grain and the odd knot will differ from piece to piece. That's what makes each one yours.
