The Retro Directory

The Retro Collective - Hands-on Vintage Technology Museums

Chalford, Gloucestershire

The Retro Collective is a hands-on vintage technology museum based in Belvedere Mill, Chalford (Stroud), Gloucestershire. It operates The Cave (computer & console exhibits) and the Arcade Archive (coin-op cabinets), letting visitors play and explore an extensive collection of 1970s–1990s systems. The venue runs public sessions, events, private/corporate bookings, a museum gift shop and on-site electronics manufacturer Heber, and performs preservation maintenance on arcade machines.

TheEPROM9 - Vintage Calculators

TheEPROM9 is a UK-based enthusiast workshop and archive specialising in vintage calculators and retro computing. The site documents extensive teardowns, restorations and repairs of 1970s–1990s calculators (VFD, Nixie, panplex, bubble-LED, LCD) and a wide range of vintage computers and laptops, plus ROM dumps and reverse-engineering projects.

Twisted Toys: Cool Vintage Toys, Retro & Cult Collectables Free UK P&P – TwistedToys

Twisted Toys is a UK-based online retailer specialising in vintage toys and retro collectables from the 1960s–1990s. Stock covers classic toy lines (Star Wars, Transformers, He‑Man/MOTU, Thundercats, TMNT, Corgi/Dinky) and a wide range of retro video games and consoles (Atari, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, NES/SNES, Mega Drive, PlayStation, N64, Dreamcast etc.). The shop lists boxed and collectible items and offers UK postage.

Tynemouth Software: Commodore C64 Repair (with a slight cheat)

Tynemouth Software (run by Dave Curran) specialises in repair, restoration and hardware projects for vintage 1970s–1990s home computers. The site documents repairs on systems such as the Commodore 64, BBC Micro and Z80-based Micro-Professor, offers diagnostic and restoration services, and sells related kits/products via online channels (Patreon/Tindie links).

Vectis Auctions | Retro Gaming Toys & Collectables Specialist Auction

Vectis Auctions is a UK-based collectable toy and retro gaming auction specialist. They buy and consign retro games, consoles, vintage PCs, arcade and pinball machines, provide valuations and catalogue services, run online and in-house auctions and handle international packing and shipping for sold lots.

Vintage British Calculators

Leicester, Leicestershire

Vintage British Calculators is a virtual museum and reference site maintained by collector Nigel Tout (Leicester) documenting British mechanical and electronic calculators from the 1970s–1990s. The site hosts detailed histories, photographs and technical notes for many UK and imported models (Sinclair, Bell Punch/Anita, Commodore, Texas Instruments, Radofin, etc.). This is an information and collector resource rather than a shop; items shown are not for sale, and the site requests contributions, photos and donations to expand the archive.

Vintage Computers & Mainframes, Vintage Computing | Sterlingxs

SterlingXS runs an online marketplace category specialising in vintage computing: large selection of Commodore, Sinclair/ZX Spectrum, Amiga, Atari, BBC Micro, Macintosh and other 1970s–1990s systems, plus spare parts, cables, drives, peripherals and retro software. Listings include auctions, Buy It Now and offers for working, restored, untested and parts items.

Vintage Restored Commodore Amiga & Parts | Retro Computer Dungeon | Retro Computer Dungeon

Retro Computer Dungeon restores and sells vintage computers and consoles with a strong focus on Commodore Amiga systems. Services include full system restoration, motherboard recapping (A600/A1200), sonic cleaning, testing and parts sales, with stock listed on the site and an active eBay store.

Vintage Toys | Monkey's Emporium – Explore Rare Collectables Online!

London, London

Monkey's Emporium is a London-based specialist in vintage toys, retro gaming and comics (items from c.1950–2000). They sell, buy, trade and rent collectables including 1980s/1990s games and systems, board games, comics and action figures. Online orders are shipped across the UK and they operate from a stall at Camden's Stables Market.

Visit the cave in Chalford, Gloucestershire

Chalford, Gloucestershire

The Cave is a hands-on retro computing and gaming exhibition in Chalford, Gloucestershire, run by RMC Retro / The Retro Cave Ltd. Bookable event days let visitors play and explore a wide collection of 1970s–1990s microcomputers and consoles, alongside talks, restoration displays and related online content.

We Buy Retro Toys | North Wales | Chester | RetroElectro

Saint Asaph

RetroElectro is a UK buyer of retro and vintage items based in St Asaph. They purchase 8‑bit and other vintage computers (Atari, Commodore, ZX Spectrum), retro consoles and games, vinyl and hifi gear, Lego, model kits and 1970s–1990s toys and collectables. They offer online valuations, UK‑mainland parcel or collection service and pay by bank transfer or PayPal.

Welcome to Retro Games Ltd

Luton

UK-based Retro Games Ltd designs, manufactures and distributes modern mini-console recreations of classic 1970s–1990s home computers and consoles (e.g. THEC64, THEA500, THE400 Mini, The Spectrum). They publish licensed game collections, provide firmware updates and product support, and distribute globally through partners including PLAION.