The Retro Directory

Retro Arcade Machines for Sale UK | 15,000 Games | Arcade WOW

Stockport, Greater Manchester

Arcade WOW is a UK-based maker and retailer of full-size, commercial-grade retro arcade cabinets preloaded with 15,000+ classic arcade and console games. They build bespoke and themed machines (Space Invaders, Defender, Asteroids, Bubble Bobble, Street Fighter II, etc.), offer rentals and commercial contactless options for pubs/bars, provide delivery and setup across the UK, and operate a Stockport showroom by appointment.

Retro Bristol | Bristol Rocks

Bristol

Retro Bristol is a Bristol-based retro toy and video game shop specialising in 1980s–1990s games, toys and memorabilia. The store hosts events and meet-and-greets (autographs/photos), offers online pre-booking via its website, and sells limited-run merch such as T-shirts.

Retro Computer Museum

Leicester

Retro Computer Museum (RCM) is a registered charity in Leicester preserving and exhibiting historic home computers and game consoles. Their collection spans systems from the 1960s onwards with an emphasis on home machines and consoles — examples include the Atari 2600, ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64 — and the museum provides public displays, hands‑on experiences and accepts donations to support preservation.

Retro Computer Museum | Leicester | | Things to do

Leicester, Leicestershire

Interactive retro computer and gaming museum in Thurmaston (Leicester) featuring playable original hardware from the 1970s–1990s. Collections include home computers and consoles such as the Sinclair Spectrum, Commodore 64 and Amiga, Atari 2600, NES and Mega Drive, plus rare kit like Virtuality VR — open at weekends for hands-on visits.

Retro Computer Museum Leicester | Display of Computers from 1960s

Leicester, Leicestershire

Volunteer-run registered charity in Leicester preserving and exhibiting home computers and consoles from the 1960s–1990s. Exhibits include Binatone Pong, Commodore PET and Sega Dreamcast. The museum runs retro gaming and computing events for schools, colleges, corporate groups and private parties, and accepts donations to support its work.

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 Computing - Buy 80s and 90s Computers at Retro-Sect

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

Retro Sect (Tewkesbury) is a specialist retro shop and webstore selling 1970s–1990s tech and collectibles. Stock ranges from Spectrum/Commodore/Amstrad-era home computers, classic consoles and games to handheld electronic/LCD games, retro watches and vintage audio/visual items. The business operates a public showroom at Kenard Business Centre, runs an online shop, and offers appraisals, buying/trading of retro items.

Retro Game Museum – Retro Game Museum

Retro Game Museum houses one of the UK’s largest private retro game collections, covering systems from the 1972 Magnavox Odyssey through 1980s/1990s consoles (Mega Drive, SNES, NeoGeo AES, N64 Disc Drive etc.). The venue runs museum displays, offers corporate/event hire packages and periodically sells consoles and games from its catalogue.

Retro Gamer Heaven

UK online shop specialising in retro and collectible video games, consoles and accessories. Stocks and tests classic systems and media (PS1/PS2, SNES, Mega Drive, Master System, GameCube, Dreamcast, original Xbox and more). Ships from the UK and handles boxed games, promo/demo discs and rare titles.

Retro Games & Collectibles | JJL Buy and Sell | JJL Buy & Sell

London

JJL Buy & Sell is a London-based retro games and collectibles shop (also selling online) specialising in second‑hand consoles, games and vintage clothing. The business runs an on-site free-to-play arcade zone, holds auctions for rare items, accepts trade-ins and tests items before sale. Located at 1-3 Leeke Street, WC1X 9HZ, it offers a mix of retro and later second‑hand gaming gear.

Retro Games | Consoles | Retro Games Exchange

Retro Games Exchange is a UK online retailer of retro consoles, console games and related collectibles. Established 2013, the shop stocks classic systems and titles (Atari, Nintendo, Sega, Sony, Microsoft and more), offers professionally cleaned/scratch‑free discs with a 12‑month guarantee, and ships across the UK via Royal Mail tracked services.

Retro Games | Herne Bay | RAM Collectible Toys

Herne Bay

RAM Collectible Toys is a specialist vintage toy and collectible games shop in Herne Bay. Established in 2013, the store buys and sells retro games, classic computer games, action figures, models and hard-to-find collector’s pieces. Open Wednesday–Saturday, it also offers valuation/purchase of toy collections.