The Retro Directory

Electronics Repair Services - Stroud | Orangevalley Systems

Nailsworth, Gloucestershire

Orangevalley Systems (Nailsworth, near Stroud) is a UK electronics repair specialist focusing on vintage hi‑fi and turntables. Services include amplifier and receiver repairs, Technics SL‑1210 cable replacement, turntable setup and cartridge fitting, recapping/capacitor replacement (including old home computers), PCB/solder repairs and refurbishment of vintage audio equipment. Accepts drop‑offs by arrangement or shipped repairs from across the UK.

Electronics Repair, CRT TV, Retro Game Console, VHS, Old Computer

Crieff

Scotland-based restoration workshop specialising in complete restoration and preservation of collectible vintage electronics. Services include full restorations of CRT televisions and monitors, classic computers and retro consoles (Commodore, Amiga, C64, Amstrad, ZX Spectrum), vintage hi‑fi (cassette decks, turntables, reel‑to‑reel), radiograms, and VHS equipment. Workshop works by appointment and begins projects with a paid assessment and quotation.

Electronics repair, Vintage electronics and electrical repair, vintage restoration, small domestic

Gwaun Cae Gurwen, Ammanford, South Wales

Amman Valley Electronics Repair (Gwaun Cae Gurwen / Ammanford, South Wales) is a small specialist repairer offering restoration and servicing for vintage electronics — radios, hi‑fi and record decks, guitar/PA amps, electronic organs and pianos, CRT and bespoke monitors, jukeboxes, fruit machines and pinball. Also experienced in bespoke and obsolete power supplies, PAT testing and a range of small domestic electrical repairs.

Electronics Repairs - Sheffield | GK Shepherd Electronics

Sheffield

Sheffield-based repair specialist handling vintage audio and musical electronics — Hi‑Fi, record players, valve and solid‑state amplifiers (including mods), PA/disco kit and vintage recording equipment. Also offers PCB work and general electronics repairs alongside PC/TV maintenance.

Elevator Sound - Synthesiser, Drum Machine & Eurorack Modular Store

Bristol, Bristol

Elevator Sound is a Bristol-based specialist shop and online retailer of synthesizers, drum machines and Eurorack modular gear. They stock new, ex-demo and second‑hand instruments and modules (including classic-name manufacturers), run workshops and local events, and operate a walk-in store at 74 Stokes Croft with nationwide shipping from the UK site.

Entertainment World | Retro Store | Welcome...

Birmingham

Birmingham-based retro store offering a wide selection of retro consoles (Atari, ZX Spectrum, early PlayStation generations), games, accessories, vinyl records and pop-culture collectibles. Sells in-store and via eBay/Facebook Marketplace, and buys retro items for cash or in-store credit.

Equipment Repair | Music Room London | SE14 London

London, London

Music Room London (The Old Library, SE14) is a rehearsal studio and grassroots music venue that also runs an on‑site equipment repair workshop. They service PA speakers, mixers (including DJ mixers), turntables, guitar and bass amplifiers, pianos and keyboards — and will assess vintage audio gear (parts sourcing may be limited). Repairs charged from £85/hour (incl. VAT); completed equipment receives a complimentary PAT test.

Essex Amp Repairs | 01376 502160

Witham, Essex

Witham-based specialist workshop repairing, restoring and modifying guitar amplifiers and vintage hi‑fi equipment. Essex Amp Repairs handles valve/tube and solid‑state amps, offers guitar set‑ups and pickup/install work, and is an authorised service partner for several boutique amplifier brands. Open to the public on weekdays at Unit 38 of the Freebournes Industrial Estate.

Essex Toy Cave

Colchester, Essex

Colchester-based vintage and collectable toy shop specialising in 1970s–1990s toys and memorabilia. Online store with hundreds of in-stock items, worldwide shipping, event appearances and pop-ups. Offers valuations and buys multi-item collections; the physical Cave at Hills Self Storage is visitable by appointment.

Evercade | Official Website | Retro Games Consoles

Evercade (Blaze Entertainment Ltd) produces cartridge-based retro gaming consoles and officially licensed collections of classic games. The range includes handheld and home units (Alpha, EXP-R, VS-R, Nexus, SuperPocket, etc.), regularly released multi-game cartridges and a direct online shop with pre-orders for new hardware and collections. Ideal for collectors and players seeking authentic, plug-and-play retro gaming experiences.

Four Quarters - Arcade Package | Newcastle | Last Night of Freedom

Newcastle upon Tyne

Four Quarters is a retro gaming bar on Dean Street in Newcastle offering over 20 classic arcade machines and free-to-use console booths. Suitable for groups and events, packages typically include a private console booth, arcade tokens and drink tokens — plus themed cocktails, pizzas and party hire options.

Free Repair Service – DIY Chris

Sinking Spring

DIY Chris is a US-based retro computer specialist focusing on repair, restoration and parts for 1980s–90s systems. Services include a free repair offer for select Commodore models (C64/C128/C16/Plus‑4), paid diagnostics and repairs for a wide range of vintage computers and consoles, and an Amiga 500/600/1200 recapping service. The site also runs an online shop selling replica drives, ROM/PLA/SID replacements and related components, and handles shipping for repairs and orders.