The Retro Directory

The Jim Austin Computer Collection

Fimber, East Riding of Yorkshire

The Jim Austin Computer Collection (The Computer Sheds) is a private museum in Fimber, East Yorkshire, with over 1,500 computers and thousands of related artifacts spanning the history of computing. Open to the public by guided tour (donation requested), the collection includes mainframes, Cray supercomputers, DEC machines, Altair 8800s, early calculators and many rarities. Tours and volunteer opportunities are available by arrangement.

The R.A.G.E. Dublin - Your source for retro games & vinyl records!

Dublin, Dublin

The R.A.G.E. (Dublin) is a specialist retro games and vinyl shop offering a wide selection of classic console games, systems and accessories (NES, SNES, N64, GameCube, Mega Drive, Dreamcast, Amiga, Atari, PS1/PS2, handhelds) alongside new and second‑hand vinyl records. They operate an online store with shipping across Ireland & NI and offer in‑store collection and record cleaning/maintenance services.

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.

TRADE HALL — Q-Con Belfast

Belfast, Northern Ireland

Q‑Con Belfast is a multi‑day pop‑culture and gaming convention at Queen’s University Belfast. The Trade Hall hosts dozens of traders and artists — including specialist retro video game dealers, a video game museum and arcade, tabletop and TCG sellers, vinyl and collectible stalls — making it a good event for retro gaming and vintage hobby collectors.

TV Repair in Reading | Fast & Reliable Service - Same Day Collection | Quick Fix Gadgets

Reading, Berkshire

Reading-based repair shop offering fast diagnostics and repairs for modern and classic televisions — including CRT and other vintage models — plus phones, tablets, laptops and gaming consoles. Services include screen panel replacement, same‑day/quick turnaround repairs, warranties, free collection/drop‑off and device buying.

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).

UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration - Recent Repairs

UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration (site by Paul Stenning) documents specialist repair and restoration work on pre‑war, wartime and post‑war valve radios plus vintage transistor sets and related audio equipment. The site lists numerous recent restorations across many British and European makes, demonstrating expertise in period radio servicing and restoration.

Upgrades and Repairs | Atari8

Atari8 (Jonathan Halliday) is a UK-based specialist in Atari 8-bit computers offering repair, upgrade installation, modifications and bespoke firmware/ROM development (U1MB, Incognito, SIDE loaders, 1088XEL/1088XLD and related projects). Also provides Atari 8-bit productivity software (donationware) and accepts commissioned work from enthusiasts internationally.

Video Tape Repair | Stourbridge | Portraits by Hart

Lye (Stourbridge), West Midlands

Portraits by Hart (Hart Photography) in Lye, Stourbridge is a family-run studio offering in-house repair and digitisation of vintage videotapes (VHS, Betamax, VHS-C and camcorder tapes). They repair, clean, re-case and splice damaged tapes and convert them to MP4 (USB) or DVD, plus offer related photo and cine-film scanning and restoration services. Work is performed on-site with no third-party outsourcing.

Vintage HiFi and Accessories – Mullard Antiques and Collectibles

UK-based online dealer of vintage hi‑fi and accessories specialising in turntables, cartridges, amplifiers, speakers, valves/tubes and restoration parts. Stock includes original manuals, NOS cartridges and components from heritage brands such as Quad, Decca, Garrard, SME, Leak, Wharfedale and Tannoy. Operates an online shop with shipping.

Vintage Watch Fever

UK-based independent watchmaker specialising in servicing, restoration and overhaul of vintage and luxury watches. Services include full mechanical and quartz overhauls, case refurbishment and rhodium plating, dial/hand relume and restoration, crystal and crown replacement, water-resistance testing and parts sourcing. Also sells restored vintage watches and spare watch parts.

Vintage Watch Repair Services in London & UK - Harris Horology

London, Greater London

Harris Horology is a London-based, appointment-only horology workshop specialising in museum-grade repair and restoration of vintage watches and antique clocks. They service mechanical wristwatches (including mid‑20th century makes), repair carriage/bracket/longcase clocks, manufacture bespoke replacement components, and offer postal repairs across the UK. FBHI-accredited and conservation-led, they prioritise preserving originality while returning heirlooms to reliable working order.