The Retro Directory

Oxford Audio Repairs – Repair, don't discard!

Kidlington

Appointment-only audio repair workshop in Kidlington (OX5) specialising in restoration and repair of vintage and modern hi‑fi: turntables, cassette decks (demagnetise, align, head replacement), amplifiers, loudspeakers, headphones and related electronics. Services emphasise restoring vintage kit from many well-known brands and preserving items rather than discarding them.

Pinball & Arcade Repair - The Pinball Factor - Repair, Service and Expertise Pinball UK coverage South Wales

South Wales

The Pinball Factor (South Wales) offers specialist repair, restoration and maintenance for pinball machines, classic coin-op arcade cabinets (70s–90s titles), jukeboxes and pool-table re-cloths. Services include PCB and amplifier repair, playfield cleaning and restoration, cabinet refurbishment and component upgrades; nationwide visits or workshop work/collection available (covers UK up to the Scottish border).

Pinball Machine service | Majestic Pinball Restorations | South Woodham Ferrers

Chelmsford, Essex

Essex-based pinball specialist offering mobile callouts and a dedicated workshop for servicing, repairs, restorations and custom upgrades. Works on electro-mechanical and solid-state machines from manufacturers such as Gottlieb, Bally, Williams, Stern, Sega and Zaccaria — services include playfield overhauls, board repairs, cosmetic restorations and LED/display/upgrades.

PlayStation 1 Repair Services

PC Savants is an electronics repair shop offering specialist PlayStation 1 repairs alongside a wide range of console services. They perform disc drive fixes, circuit-level diagnostics and mainboard repairs, port replacement and HDMI mods, and include basic internal cleaning. The business also runs a buy/sell/trade service and advertises free diagnostics and flat-rate pricing. Phone contact provided for appointments.

Playstation Repair & Modification Service in Swansea

Swansea, West Glamorgan

Swansea-based repair and modification workshop specialising in PlayStation console repairs and custom case modifications. They accept walk-ins at their Mansel Terrace premises for repairs (disc read errors, hardware faults) and offer a range of other services including Xbox/Wii repairs, PC and laptop component-level repair, TV servicing and mobile phone modifications.

Radio and Electronic Repair, Maintenance and Manufacture - Located in York, Yorkshire | RadTronix

Tadcaster, North Yorkshire

RadTronix is a York‑area electronics workshop offering PCB repair, bespoke manufacturing and specialist valve/tube audio amplifier restoration. Services include valve testing and performance measurement, PCB-level repairs to Aga 30A cooker controllers, switched‑mode PSU and LCD TV repairs, aeronautical/aircraft radio work and IPC‑accredited rework. They accept items for workshop repair and provide warranty on refurbished controllers.

Re:Wired Museum & Arcade — Play the Past, Power the Future

Middlesbrough, Teesside

Volunteer-run community museum and playable arcade in Middlesbrough preserving and restoring vintage computers, consoles and arcade machines (ZX Spectrum, C64, Amstrad CPC, Atari 2600, Dreamcast and more). Open at weekends with hands-on exhibits, workshops and school outreach; accepts tech donations, runs volunteer-led restoration and offers private hire for events.

Repair and Restoration | Restore Your Arcade Classics Today — Square Eye Retro Arcade

Sussex

Square Eye Retro Arcade is a Sussex-based retro arcade and restoration specialist offering PCB/chassis and monitor repairs, cabinet refurbishment and artwork replacement, plus full restorations of classic arcade machines. They also run a machine museum/arcade venue (currently closed while seeking a new location). Contact for quotes and service details.

Repairs – Pure Amiga

Pure Amiga is a UK specialist for Amiga computers offering diagnostic, repair and restoration services. Services include port and socket replacement, component and SMD IC replacement, PCB rework, battery-leak remediation and two-level recap services (standard electrolytic and premium polymer), plus ultrasonic cleaning and a 90-day warranty. Model-specific recapping prices are listed for A500, A600, A1200, A1500/2000, A4000 and CD32.

Repairs / Restorations & Moving Your Pinball | 1stoppinball

Poole

UK-based pinball parts specialist and online shop supplying spares, LED kits, playfield cleaning/wax, rubbers, coils and other components for classic pinball machines. The site also publishes a Repairs & Restorations page with a vetted list of UK repair specialists and recommended movers for transporting pinball/arcade machines.

Retro Arcade Hire Essex & Suffolk | StreetSide Gaming

Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Streetside Gaming is an Essex & Suffolk mobile gaming operator offering a fully hosted 16‑player gaming bus and standalone retro arcade cabinet hire. Ideal for birthdays, schools, weddings and events, their setup mixes modern consoles and VR with classic arcade machines and retro systems (Mega Drive, SNES, N64, PS1 and handhelds) for a nostalgia‑friendly party experience.

Retro Arcade Machine Hire | Funfair and Fairground Hire UK

We Are Tricycle (RDC Attractions) provides nationwide hire of restored retro arcade machines for corporate events, parties and funfairs across the UK. Their fleet includes classic 1980s/1990s titles such as Pac‑Man, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat, with delivery, setup and PAT-tested machines for indoor and outdoor hard‑surface use.