The Retro Directory

Museum of Computing, Swindon – The Museum of Computing at Swindon collects earlier computers, games and calculators. Many displays are hands-on. We are family friendly and welcome school visits.

Swindon, Wiltshire

Volunteer-run museum in central Swindon dedicated to the history of computing. The Museum of Computing offers hands-on displays of 1970s–1990s computers, games and calculators, runs events and school visits, and participates in retro computing festivals.

Mytime Watches: Vintage Watch Repair Specialist

York

Independent York-based specialist watchmaker repairing and restoring antique and vintage mechanical wristwatches, chronographs and pocket watches. Owner Günter Dähndel (FBHI) offers bespoke parts fabrication, full restorations and handcrafted mechanical watchmaking from his workshop. Works are guaranteed for 12 months; does not service electronic/digital watches.

NEAL cassette deck repairs

Eastcote, London

London Sound (run by Mike Solomons) is a specialist vintage hi‑fi and NEAL cassette deck repair workshop based in Eastcote, London. They offer free estimates, mail‑in repairs, bespoke parts fabrication (eg. belts), full overhauls and valve equipment restoration, with a written 12‑month guarantee on repairs.

Nerd Base – Nerd Base buys and sells a wide collection of vintage and modern action figures and toys.

Wickford

Nerd Base is a UK-based buyer and seller of vintage and modern action figures and collectibles. Their stock ranges from classic 80s/90s lines such as Star Wars, Masters of the Universe, Thundercats and TMNT to modern Marvel, DC, Harry Potter and NECA items. They operate an online shop and list a Wickford address for the business.

OLDAMPS - Valve amplifier repairs & guitar amp service, restoration Sheffield UK

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Sheffield-based specialist in valve (tube) amplifier and vintage guitar-amp repair, servicing and restoration. Services include diagnostics and fault-finding, recapping, overhauls, biasing and noise/hum reduction, plus sympathetic modifications and conversions for classic brands such as Vox, Fender, Marshall, Hiwatt, Watkins/WEM and Orange.

On The Air Ltd.

Hawarden, Deeside

On The Air Ltd (Vintage Radio) specialises in buying, restoring and hiring vintage radio, television and recording equipment for collectors, museums and film/TV productions. With over 30 years' experience the company runs the Vintage Technology Centre (visit by appointment), publishes the quarterly Airwaves catalogue/magazine, undertakes restoration projects (including historic OB units) and supplies period-accurate props and technical services such as format and aspect-ratio conversion.

PHS Electronics Repair - Fast and reliable repair of musical equipment, Amateur & CB radio

Exeter

PHS Electronics Repair is an Exeter-based repair specialist for musical and communications equipment. Services include guitar amplifier servicing and repairs (including valve/tube amps), speaker cabinet repairs and recovering, effects pedal and rack-equipment repair, guitar electronics and lead construction, CB & amateur radio servicing and games-console repairs. They offer local collection/delivery in the Exeter area and nationwide courier collection/return for mail-in repairs.

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.

pinball repair and pinball service

Pinball Pleasure is a UK specialist in pinball machines offering repair and on-site servicing, full refurbishments, parts, delivery/installation and relocation. With 40+ years' experience the owner also supplies refurbished and used machines, provides a machine-finding service and offers warranties and courier delivery across many UK counties.

Playback Arcade – The Galleries

Bristol, Bristol

Playback Arcade is a pay-once, freeplay retro arcade located on the lower floor of The Galleries in Broadmead, Bristol. Run by long-term gamers, the venue offers a rotating selection of arcade and pinball machines, classic consoles, Japanese rhythm and party games, plus board games — bookings and single admission tickets are available.

Playback Arcade | Bristol ARCADE| FREEPLAY | RETRO CONSOLES

Bristol, Bristol

Playback Arcade is a freeplay retro arcade in The Galleries, Broadmead, Bristol. The venue offers 35+ dedicated arcade machines, Neo Geo/JAMMA cabinets, 7 consoles displayed on CRTs (NES, SNES, N64, GameCube, Mega Drive, Master System, PSX, etc.), a selection of pay-to-play pinball machines, and a library of 100+ board games. Entry is ticketed with regular opening hours and private hire options.

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.