The Retro Directory

The Retro Bristolian

Bristol, Bristol

The Retro Bristolian is a Bristol-based retro electronics specialist offering repair and restoration of classic hardware, custom PCBs and 3D-printed reproduction parts. They publish in-depth technical videos and open-source documentation and sell kits and hardware via an online store.

THE RETRO GAME CORNER

Online retro games and consoles shop specialising in classic systems (Nintendo, Sega, Sony, Atari etc.), replacement parts and modding kits (including RetroSix), plus restoration and send-in repair/retrofit services for Game Boy, Game Gear and other vintage handhelds and consoles. Also imports Japanese titles and hardware.

The Retro Realm | Arcade Machines Family Fun | Walsall WS2 8LN, UK

Walsall, West Midlands

Family-friendly retro gaming centre in Walsall featuring a large freeplay collection of coin-op arcade machines and classic home consoles (games from late 1970s–2000s). On-site diner and licensed bar, party packages, membership plans and private venue hire.

The Retro Room Vintage Video Arcade Belfast | Cityside Retail

Belfast

The Retro Room is a vintage video arcade located in Cityside Retail Park, Belfast, specialising in original 1970s–1990s arcade cabinets, classic consoles and tabletop games. Titles mentioned include Pac‑Man, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, Street Fighter and Time Crisis. Open to the public with private hire available on weekdays.

The Vintage Radio Repair Shop

Stockport, Cheshire

Stockport-based specialist repairing and restoring vintage valve radios. Services include safety-focused servicing and full restorations, Bluetooth/DAB+/FM/internet radio installs, Alexa/Google Nest smart conversions, cabinet refurbishment and cosmetic work. Offers courier/mail-in service, 12-month guarantee and operates a booking/waiting list.

The Watch Repair Centre Norwich

Norwich, Norfolk

Family-run watch repair centre in Norwich (St Stephen’s Street) established 2003. Provides while-you-wait battery changes (18-month guarantee), strap sales and fitting, link removal, quartz movement replacement, acrylic/mineral glass fitting and metal strap repairs. Operates a fully equipped mobile unit and services a wide range of brands from everyday (Sekonda, Seiko) to premium watches (Omega, Longines, Rado).

Time Travel Audio, Vintage Audio Equipment, Components & Servicing, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK |

Inverkeithing, Fife

Time Travel Audio (Edinburgh/Inverkeithing) is a specialist vintage-audio workshop and online shop offering restored vintage amplifiers, NOS valves, components and custom builds. Services include valve testing & matching, amplifier restoration and servicing, custom effects pedals and pedal-board fabrication. They stock Fender, Marshall, Ampeg and other vintage kit, sell a wide range of components (Sprague caps, germanium transistors, enclosures) and provide UK shipping; visits are by appointment.

Totton Arcade

Totton, Hampshire

Totton Arcade is a family-friendly public arcade in Totton, Hampshire offering unlimited freeplay sessions on a mixture of retro classics (Pac-Man, Space Invaders, pinball) and modern arcade machines. They run timed admission sessions, offer private hires, birthday and corporate packages, school bookings and gift certificates, and host a range of tabletop and arcade-style games.

Toy Repairs and Restorations - Scott's Toys & Collectables

Scott's Toys & Collectables is a small family-run toy restoration and repair workshop specialising in vintage and collectible toys. Services include action-figure and doll repairs (re-stringing, limb/head work, flocking), repair of electronic and tinplate toys, restorations of pedal cars/rocking horses/clockwork trains, and retro-tech support such as games console repairs and battery replacement for Game Boy, NES, SNES and N64 cartridges. They operate on a quoted, no-fix-no-fee basis and accept repairs by post.

Toys & Collectables store. Retro Gaming, We buy toys!

New Milton, Hampshire

The Spacebridge is a toys & collectables shop in New Milton specialising in retro gaming (classic Nintendo, Sega and Sony consoles/games) and 1980s–90s action-figure collectables. They buy, sell and trade items including G1 Transformers, vintage Star Wars, He-Man, Thundercats, TMNT and LEGO. Open Wednesdays–Fridays and Saturdays.

Toys and Models Archives - Plymouth Auction Rooms, antiques, collectables and paintings, valuations and auctions in Plymouth - Tel 01752 254740

Plymouth, Devon

Plymouth Auction Rooms runs a specialist Toys & Models department in Plymouth, handling vintage diecast (Dinky, Corgi, Matchbox), Action Man and Star Wars retro toys, model railways, Airfix kits and related collectables. They offer free saleroom valuations, consignment services, timed online auctions with live bidding, and UK/international shipping.

Toys, Models & Railwayana

Glasgow, Glasgow

Glasgow-based auction house with a dedicated Toys, Models & Railwayana department handling Meccano, Matchbox, Dinky, Hornby model railway items and vintage railwayana. Hosts regular toys & models auctions (approx. every 12 weeks), offers free valuations and accepts consignments, with on-site gallery viewing and online bidding.