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Bristol & Wales

Retro Collectables (Bristol & Wales) buys retro and vintage items across the UK — specialising in computer consoles & games (Atari, Sinclair, Commodore, NES, SNES, Game Boy, Neo Geo, etc.), action figures, diecast models, model kits and Warhammer. They purchase single items or whole lifetime collections, accept posted items, arrange collections for larger lots, and offer quick bank-transfer payments.

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Derby, Derbyshire

Derby Computer Museum is a volunteer-run museum in central Derby specialising in 1970s–1990s computers and games consoles. The museum displays and restores classic systems (Amiga, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, Atari, 80s/90s PCs and vintage consoles) with many hands-on exhibits. They also offer prop hire of restored working kit for film, TV, theatre and events, run school and corporate experiences, accept donated exhibits and recruit volunteers. The museum does not provide repair services to the public.

Day trips from London – Cambridge’s computer museum

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

The Centre for Computing History in Cambridge is a hands-on museum of historic computing and games, covering machines from early mainframes through 1970s–1990s home computers and arcade hardware. Exhibits include Sinclair machines, ZX Spectrum prototypes, Commodore 64s, BBC Micros, Oric, VIC-20, classic arcade cabinets and more, along with educational workshops and regular events. Open daily (standard adult entry noted as £9 in the article).

Derby Computer Museum - Derby Cathedral Quarter

Derby, Derbyshire

Volunteer-run museum in Derby specialising in 1970s–1990s computing and gaming. Hands-on exhibits include BBC Micro, Dragon 32, Amstrad, Commodore 64, Atari ST, early Apple Macs, and classic Nintendo/Sega consoles. Open Saturdays with school visits, private bookings and volunteer opportunities.

Hoyle's of Oxford | Traditional and vintage games, puzzles and cards

Oxford, Oxfordshire

Hoyle's of Oxford is a family-run shop and online retailer specialising in traditional and vintage tabletop games, playing cards, puzzles and jigsaws. Their site features a dedicated vintage/rare collection (with graded items and examples from the 1970s–1980s), trading-card stock, Rubik's and mechanical puzzles, plus in-store browsing on Oxford High Street.

New Store Now Open! – Epics 'N' Stuffs

Warrington

Epics 'N' Stuffs is a Warrington-based tabletop games and miniatures store with an online shop. They stock Games Workshop/Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, TCGs and a wide range of paints, tools and terrain. The venue offers a larger retail floor with a sizeable gaming space (bookable tables), hosts events/game nights and provides commissions/painted-miniature services alongside UK delivery.

RAM Collectible Toys - Antiques and Collectables

Herne Bay, Kent

RAM Collectible Toys is a Herne Bay shop stocking a wide range of collectible toys and memorabilia from the 1930s–1990s, including 1960s TV/film toys, 1970s playsets, 1980s action figures and a retro gaming selection. Also a Warhammer agent — in-store browsing with a regularly updated catalogue and social media news.

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Chester, Cheshire

Chester games shop buying, selling and trading trading-card games and collectibles, with an in-store selection of retro consoles and games. Runs Magic: The Gathering events (prereleases, FNM, Commander), sells singles online and accepts collections for purchase. Operates a public shop at Watergate Row South and an online store.

Repairing a BBC micro power supply unit (PSU)

Cheshunt Computer Club is a UK vintage computing club offering resources and technical articles for enthusiasts of 1970s–1990s home computers. The site hosts repair walkthroughs (including a BBC Micro PSU repair video), historical overviews of Acorn/BBC Micro, Sinclair, Atari, Dragon and Oric systems, and notifications for forthcoming club meetings.

Retro Arcade Games Hire Manchester | Arcade Machine Hire for Events - HR Entertainment - Interactive Event Entertainment & Themed Events

Rossendale, Lancashire

HR Entertainment Ltd (Rossendale) supply free‑standing retro arcade cabinets for parties, weddings, corporate events and themed nights across Manchester and Greater Manchester. Machines are loaded with hundreds of classic arcade titles — Pac‑Man, Donkey Kong, Galaga, Out Run, Street Fighter and more — and can be hired individually or as multi‑unit setups with delivery and on‑site setup included in quotes.

Retro Computer Shack

UK-based Retro Computer Shack (owned by Ian Priddey) supplies retro computer and console parts, handmade RGB/SCART and A/V cables, cassette leads, drive belts, replacement electronics and technical guides. The site focuses on 1970s–1990s systems including Sinclair ZX Spectrum/ZX81/QL, Commodore (C64/Amiga), BBC Micro/Acorn, Amstrad CPC, Atari ST, Oric, Neo Geo and others, and ships worldwide.

Retro Reproduction - Repairs

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Edinburgh-based Retro Reproduction buys, sells and restores vintage hi‑fi. Established 1997, they stock turntables, valve and solid‑state amplifiers, speakers, cassette decks and open‑reel machines, and offer specialist repair, refurbishment and upgrades (including tonearm rewires, cartridge fitting, laser replacement and reel‑to‑reel servicing). They provide free estimates, national/international shipping and handle delicate packing for mailed items.