The Retro Directory

About us – ToysWanted

Bradford, West Yorkshire

ToysWanted (Bradford) is an online buyer and reseller of vintage toys from the 1970s–1990s. They specialise in electronic handhelds and tabletops (Nintendo Game & Watch, Coleco, Grandstand, Tomy, Nelsonic/Casio game watches), plus classic action-figure lines such as He‑Man, M.A.S.K., Star Wars, ThunderCats and Transformers. Sellers submit items via an online form for a no‑obligation offer; ToysWanted pays by bank transfer or PayPal and covers postage for accepted items.

About Us | 4eveRetro

Bradford, West Yorkshire

4eveRetro is a family-run retro toy shop in Eccleshill, Bradford specialising in 1970s–1990s action figures, boxed playsets and graded collectibles. They buy joblots and collections, and sell online and in-store items from lines such as Star Wars, TMNT, Masters of the Universe, M.A.S.K. and G1 Transformers.

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.

Essex Toy Cave

Colchester, Essex

Colchester-based vintage and collectable toy shop specialising in 1970s–1990s toys and memorabilia. Online store with hundreds of in-stock items, worldwide shipping, event appearances and pop-ups. Offers valuations and buys multi-item collections; the physical Cave at Hills Self Storage is visitable by appointment.

LoftVintageToys

UK-based online vintage toy and collectables shop specialising in classic action figures, model cars, trading cards, comics and sealed sticker packs from the 1960s–1990s. Offers direct online sales via a Shopify store, buys collections from sellers (offer request/email), carries out grading/quality checks, and ships to customers with a 14-day returns policy.

Metropolis Toys – Vintage toys and collectables

Warwick

Specialist vintage toy and collectables shop in Warwick. Metropolis Toys buys, sells and trades classic toys and model trains (Dinky, Corgi, Meccano, Scalextric etc.), offers valuations and purchases collections or bulk lots. Open Thurs–Sat with appointments available.

Nostalgic Toys

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Sheffield-based collectible toy shop specialising in Pokémon TCG, LEGO (including spare parts/loose LEGO by the kg) and genuine vintage action figures from the 1970s–1990s (including Kenner Star Wars 1977–1983). Open to the public at 100 Alderson Road with an online shop and UK delivery; offers trade-ins, gift cards and community TCG events.

RAM Collectible Toys - Antiques and Collectables

Herne Bay, Kent

RAM Collectible Toys is a Herne Bay shop stocking a wide range of collectible toys and memorabilia from the 1930s–1990s, including 1960s TV/film toys, 1970s playsets, 1980s action figures and a retro gaming selection. Also a Warhammer agent — in-store browsing with a regularly updated catalogue and social media news.

Retro and Vintage Toys from Nick Mulford | Toy Hunter UK

Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire

Toy Hunter UK (owner Nick Mulford) is an online specialist in retro and vintage collectible toys and models. Stock covers diecast cars, slot cars (Scalextric), figures, pin badges and other collectible toy lines from mid‑20th century through the 1980s–90s. The business buys and sells collections, trades at toy and model fairs and offers UK tracked postage.

Retro Toy Store Archives - The Whole Shebang

Kettering

Online specialist retailer of retro and vintage toys and action figures. The Whole Shebang stocks 1970s–1990s collectables including Kenner Star Wars, Mattel Masters of the Universe, LJN Thundercats, Playmates TMNT, Bandai Power Rangers and wrestling figures, with UK and international shipping and a pre-orders section.

Rewind Toys | Toys - Collectables - Memorabilia | Buy & Sell

Lichfield, Staffordshire

Independent vintage toy dealer buying and selling collectable toys and film/TV memorabilia from the 1960s–1990s. Operates an online shop plus a permanent presence at The Plant Plot Garden Village in Lichfield, attends local toy fairs and offers valuations, cash purchase of collections and local collection/pick-up.

The Toy Scavenger Ltd- Toyshop UK Vintage & Modern Store Retro Figures

Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire-based online retailer specialising in vintage and collectible toys and retro gaming. Large stock of 1970s–1990s action figures (MOTU, ThunderCats, G.I. Joe, etc.), retro consoles/games, graded items and VHS tapes. Offers UK-wide buying of old toy collections, international shipping and a 'make an offer' option.