The Retro Directory

Amiga CD32 Repairs, faulty capacitors, CD-Rom replacement

8bitplus (Neil) is a UK-based retro console specialist offering board-level repairs and mods for 1970s–1990s systems. Work shown includes Amiga CD32 capacitor replacement and CD‑ROM/laser swaps, recapping, RGB/video mods, Unibios installs, region/switchless mods and other restoration and upgrade work. The site shows examples and customer testimonials confirming mail-in repairs and commissioned projects.

Amplifier and HiFi Repairs in the North West of England and information about vintage stereo and hi-fi equipment.

Leigh, Greater Manchester

PR Audio (Leigh, Greater Manchester) is a specialist vintage hi‑fi repairer restoring amplifiers, integrated/power/pre‑amps, cassette decks, reel‑to‑reel machines, turntables and speakers from the 1970s–1990s. The proprietor documents detailed repairs and restoration work, offers component/transistor sales and accepts enquiries for vintage kit.

Arcade Attic – UK Retro Gaming Store

Brighton, Brighton and Hove

Arcade Attic is a Brighton-based UK retro gaming shop offering thousands of original games and hundreds of console variants, plus licensed collectibles and apparel. They test and refurbish vintage hardware (3‑month warranty), provide trade-in valuations and collection sourcing, and host monthly community gaming nights, tournaments and swap meets.

Arcade game machine Removal and Disposal Service

Camberley, Surrey

SMS Recycling (Unit 1A Bridge Road, Camberley) is a UK WEEE and IT asset disposal specialist that offers secure removal, recycling and disposal services for arcade game machines (pinball, racing simulators, claw/cran e and gambling/fruit machines) alongside general ITAD and hard‑drive/data destruction. They provide audited certificates of destruction, operate a CCTV-secure depot, follow a zero‑landfill policy and offer collections across Surrey and wider UK locations.

Arcades & Retro Games | The Light Redhill

Redhill, Surrey

Arcade area inside The Light Redhill cinema complex offering a mix of nostalgic fairground arcade games and popular arcade titles. Machines accept contactless payments and QR credits; credits can be purchased online or at the on-site ATM. Located on High Street in Redhill, the arcade is part of the venue's wider leisure and party facilities.

ArCains - ArCains

Liverpool, Merseyside

ArCains is a multi-level arcade and gaming venue at Cains Brewery Village, Liverpool. Pay an admission fee for unlimited access to video gaming across multiple floors (including an 18+ area), plus pool/table games, a Game Vault, on-site food & drink, gift vouchers, memberships and regular events such as conventions — available for birthdays, group bookings and private hire.

Audio T Bristol | Specialist Hi-Fi and Home Cinema Store

Bristol, Bristol

Independent hi‑fi and home cinema retailer in central Bristol offering demonstration rooms, sales of speakers, turntables and cassette players, specialist turntable servicing/upgrades (notably Linn and Rega) and ultrasonic record cleaning (Degritter MKII). Provides home demonstrations, part‑exchange and next‑day delivery.

Audiojumble | Second-hand and vintage hi-fi

Crawley, West Sussex

Audiojumble is the UK’s long‑running annual second‑hand and vintage hi‑fi event. Held at the K2 Crawley, the one‑day show features 150–200+ stalls offering turntables, valve and solid‑state amplifiers, speakers, reel‑to‑reel and cassette machines, records, valves, cables and other vintage audio components — a major meet for hi‑fi enthusiasts and dealers.

Computer Workshop | Northwest Computer Museum | England

Leigh

North West Computer Museum (Leigh Spinners Mill) is a public museum of historic computers and related technology. Open Wed–Sun with paid admission and annual membership options, the museum runs a workshop, accepts donations, offers volunteering and can host group/educational visits.

Hi-Fi Auctions at Newcastle Auction House

Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle auction house running regular specialist Hi‑Fi auctions and valuation services for vintage and British hi‑fi separates (turntables, amplifiers, speakers). Accepts consignments and collections, offers free pre‑sale valuations (including home visits for high‑value items), live online bidding worldwide and shipping assistance from its Newcastle saleroom.

Homepage - Newcastle Gaming Market

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear

Newcastle Gaming Market is a ticketed retro gaming market run by Replay Events at Gateshead International Stadium. Regularly featuring specialist traders, it offers retro games, consoles, computers, handhelds, arcade machines, memorabilia and related merchandise, with advance/early-entry tickets and bookable exhibitor tables.

Mr Tech Guy – Audio Visual Repair, Upgrade and System Setup

Godmanchester

Mr Tech Guy (Resolute AV Limited) is a UK hi‑fi and pro‑audio specialist based in Godmanchester. An authorised Meridian and Anthem service centre, they repair and upgrade legacy audio equipment — CD players, amplifiers, tuners, phono stages, DACs and loudspeakers — and offer product health checks, system setup, room calibration and component upgrades. Workshop appointments and postal repairs accepted.