The Retro Directory

Console games | Eclipse Home Entertainment Ltd

Blackpool

Eclipse Home Entertainment is a long-running Blackpool games shop specialising in new, used and retro consoles, games and accessories. They buy, sell and part-exchange titles and hardware — including classic systems such as NES, SNES, Mega Drive, PS1 and original Xbox — and take pre-orders for new releases. Open to the public with set opening hours.

Console Passion - UK Retro Games Store

Blackpool, Lancs

Console Passion is a UK specialist in retro video games and consoles (1970s–1990s). The Blackpool-based business sells boxed and loose consoles, games and accessories across many classic systems, offers console modification services (including switchless mods) and cartridge battery replacement, and buys retro game collections and imports.

Console Portal LTD

Leeds

Console Portal LTD is an independent Leeds-based games shop and online retailer (trading since 2001) offering retro and modern video games and consoles — including systems such as NES, N64, Sega Master System, Dreamcast and PlayStation — alongside UK console repair services (repair details on a linked site).

Console Repair Staffordshire | PS5, Xbox, Switch & Retro Consoles

Tamworth, Staffordshire

Elford Tech Repairs is a Tamworth-based independent repair workshop specialising in consoles (modern and retro), gaming PCs and general electronics. They fix everything from PS5, Switch and Xbox Series to retro systems such as SNES, N64, PS1 and GameCube, offering services like recapping, laser/drive repair, HDMI and controller fixes, Steam Deck SSD upgrades, and RGB modding. Free local collection within ~15 miles of Tamworth plus insured UK‑wide postal repairs; all work includes diagnostics and a 12‑month warranty.

Console Repairs Chesterfield - Ageek

Chesterfield

aGeek is a Chesterfield-based electronics and console repair shop offering drop-off and mail-in repairs. They repair a wide range of gaming systems — from modern PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch models to retro hardware such as Game Boy and Nintendo 64 — and perform component- and board-level work (BGA reflow/reball/re-chip). Services include diagnostics, HDMI/USB/drive repairs, controller and battery replacement, internal cleaning, SSD upgrades, express service and a one-year warranty on parts and labour.

Console Repairs in Newcastle Upon Tyne | Tech Centre

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Tech Centre (partnered with CeX) is a UK-wide console repair specialist offering repairs for a broad range of systems — from retro Nintendo and PlayStation/Xbox models through to modern consoles, handhelds, controllers and VR headsets. Services include diagnostics, HDMI/port, disc drive/laser and power supply fixes, controller and handheld repairs, courier pick-up or in-store drop-off at CeX, a 2‑year warranty and a no‑fix‑no‑fee promise.

Console Repairs Portsmouth | 19 Computing

Portsmouth, Hampshire

Portsmouth-based specialist console repair workshop offering board-level HDMI port replacements, thermal servicing, disc drive and controller repairs for a wide range of systems. They service modern consoles (PS5/PS4, Xbox Series/Xbox One, Switch family, Steam Deck and handheld PCs) and provide restoration/repairs for older PlayStation models (PSone/PS2-era work) and other legacy consoles. Free diagnostics, insured collection & delivery across Hampshire and a six-month labour warranty on repairs.

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Hull

Retro Gaming Cables Ltd (based in Hull) manufactures and sells specialist video/audio cables and accessories for classic game consoles. They produce RGB SCART, component (YPbPr) and RetroTink RAD2X HDMI cables (plus switchers and related A/V kit) for systems such as SNES, Mega Drive/Genesis, Sega Saturn, Dreamcast, PlayStation and Neo Geo. UK-made since 2009, with international shipping and a 10-year guarantee. Online ordering and phone/email support available.

Cosmic Jo's Norwich Collectibles and Toy Shop - Blanc Creative

Norwich, Norfolk

Cosmic Jo’s Galactic Trading Outpost (Norwich) is an immersive collectibles and toy shop with a strong focus on vintage and retro pop‑culture items — from Disney and Star Wars to Doctor Who, He‑Man, Tron and retired LEGO sets — plus a themed on‑site Cosmic Café. The shop emphasises rare, curated pieces, rotating nostalgia displays and a community-friendly experience for collectors of all ages.

Cyberwave EMS Vintage Synth Repair

London; Builth Wells; Hereford, Greater London; Powys; Herefordshire

Cyberwave EMS is a UK-based specialist workshop repairing and restoring pre-1990 vintage synthesisers and drum machines. With ~25 years' experience and facilities in London, Builth Wells and Hereford, they offer repairs, servicing, restorations, analogue/digital troubleshooting and MIDI retrofit work for classic instruments from Moog, Roland, Korg, Oberheim, EMS, Fairlight and many more.

DR PC Computer Upgrades and Repairs

Hayle

Small Hayle-based computer repair and upgrade service run by David Heath. While handling modern PCs, the business specifically offers repairs for legacy systems (DOS and Windows 3.1-era machines) and specialist work on Acorn computers running RISC OS. Serves the Hayle, St Ives, Camborne and Redruth area.

DT Collectable Toys | Vintage toys, Action Figures and diecast models

UK-based specialist dealer in vintage toys and collectables. Stocks action figures (Vintage Star Wars, Masters of the Universe, Transformers G1, etc.), diecast models (Matchbox, Corgi, Solido), tinplate and mechanical toys, trading cards and printed ephemera. Ships worldwide from the UK and accepts purchases of single items or whole collections; also active as an eBay seller.