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Wigan

UK-based online shop supplying spare parts, replacement PCBs, diagnostic boards, cartridges, testers and accessories for vintage home computers (notably Commodore and ZX Spectrum). Also hosts schematics, datasheets and repair guides to support restoration and repair projects.

Home - Retro Game Stuff

UK-based online seller of classic and vintage video games and consoles, operating via an eBay store. Stock is curated for collectors and nostalgic gamers, with items spanning systems such as the NES and Sega Genesis. Trading style of Codedgeek Limited.

Home - Synthesiser Service Centre

London, London

London-based Synthesiser Service Centre is an established specialist repair workshop for professional and vintage electronic musical equipment. They offer diagnostics, repairs and parts sourcing for synthesisers, samplers, keyboards, effects and studio rack gear — including many 1970s–1990s classics — with experience fitting retrofits and replacements such as MIDI upgrades and Roland Juno IC replacements.

Home - Wilkinson's Hi-Fi, Nelson, Lancashire, UK

Nelson, Lancashire

Wilkinson's Hi‑Fi in Nelson (Lancashire) is a specialist vintage hi‑fi shop and workshop offering repairs and restoration for cassette tape decks (including Nakamichi and classic Sony/Technics/Akai/JVC/Aiwa models), reel‑to‑reel machines, Walkman PRO units and valve amplifiers. They also provide vinyl record cleaning (in‑store and occasional while‑you‑wait), stock used/second‑hand hi‑fi equipment and hold a large spare‑parts collection. Mail‑order repairs are accepted after prior contact.

Home – UK Vintage Watches

Southampton, Hampshire

UK Vintage Watches is a Hampshire-based specialist in buying, selling and restoring vintage wristwatches. The business lists many pre-owned watches from the 1960s–1990s (Rolex, Omega, Tudor, Cartier, Tissot and more), offers bespoke restoration (dial, case, bracelet work), sourcing of vintage parts, valuations and viewings by appointment. Watches can be purchased via the online shop.

Home | MK Electronic Repair

Derry

MK Electronic Repair is a Northern Ireland‑area specialist in servicing and restoring audio and electronic equipment, with expertise in classic Hi‑Fi (Quad, Marantz, Cambridge Audio), reel‑to‑reel machines (Tascam, Ampex, Revox), radios (vintage to modern), tube and guitar amplifiers, PA systems and general electronic instruments.

Home | RETRO BRISTOL

Brislington, Bristol

Retro Bristol is a Bristol-based shop and online seller specialising in vintage and retro toys, board games and console games from the 1970s–1990s. Stock ranges from action figures and branded collectibles (Star Wars, Transformers, He-Man, Ghostbusters, etc.) to retro console units and Nintendo games. They also run events and autograph/meet-and-greet activities.

Home Console Repair Service - Initial Diagnosis – Retrolize

UK-based retro gaming specialist and online store selling restored and upgraded Game Boys, parts and modifications for Game Boy and other retro consoles, plus accessories (HDMI adapters, controllers) and repair services including initial diagnostics and restorations. Ships from a UK warehouse and offers international delivery.

Home page | Hard To Find Hi-Fi

Birmingham

Hard To Find Hi‑Fi is a Birmingham-based specialist retailer and showroom supplying high‑end hi‑fi with a strong focus on vinyl-era equipment — turntables, cartridges, record-cleaning systems and related accessories. They sell new and ex‑demonstration components, buy previously owned hi‑fi, offer online ordering with UK/international shipping and provide delivery/installation for selected systems.

Homepage - Bolton Gaming Market

Bolton, Greater Manchester

Bolton Gaming Market is a ticketed retro gaming market held at the Toughsheet Community Stadium (Bolton). Run by Replay Events, the market brings together specialist traders offering retro games, consoles, computers, handhelds, import titles, arcade machines and related memorabilia. Tickets and exhibitor table bookings are available for each event.

Homepage - Bournemouth Gaming Market

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Bournemouth Gaming Market is a retro-focused video game market run by Replay Events, hosting traders selling retro games, consoles, computers, handhelds, import games, arcade machines and related memorabilia. Events are ticketed and held at Bournemouth International Centre; exhibitor tables and advance-entry tickets are available.

Homepage - Bristol Gaming Market

Bristol

Bristol Gaming Market (part of Replay Gaming Markets) runs large, ticketed retro gaming markets at Ashton Gate Stadium. Regularly hosting specialist traders and collectors, the market features retro games, consoles, computers, handhelds, import titles, arcade machines and related memorabilia. Exhibitor tables are available to shops and individual sellers; advance and on-the-door tickets are sold for public entry.