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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Vintage Calculators, ClassiC, Pre-Owned most with a warranty!

Oak Tree Vintage offers a large online catalogue of vintage and pre-owned calculators and electronic educational toys (TI, Hewlett‑Packard, Casio, Radio Shack, Mattel and more). Listings cover LED/LCD, scientific, programmable and graphing models from the 1970s–1990s; items are graded, tested and sold with a stated 90-day limited warranty.

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.

Vintage Toys | Toy Curious

UK-based vintage toy dealer specialising in prototype and pre-production action figures and collectables from the 1970s–1990s. Stock includes Kenner/Hasbro/Mattel items, Star Wars and GI Joe prototypes, signed factory samples and sealed electronic toys (eg. Tiger Electronics Turbo Man). Online shop with an active eBay store and worldwide shipping.