The Retro Directory

Arcade Machine Repairs | Slot Machines, Consoles | Elcomatic

Irvine, Ayrshire

Irvine-based repair centre specialising in arcade machine, slot/gambling machine and games console repairs. Elcomatic operates a dedicated workshop offering return-to-base repairs, advanced replacement (Swap IT) options and experience restoring older arcade hardware for collectors and commercial operators.

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Derby, Derbyshire

Derby Computer Museum is a volunteer-run museum in central Derby specialising in 1970s–1990s computers and games consoles. The museum displays and restores classic systems (Amiga, Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, Atari, 80s/90s PCs and vintage consoles) with many hands-on exhibits. They also offer prop hire of restored working kit for film, TV, theatre and events, run school and corporate experiences, accept donated exhibits and recruit volunteers. The museum does not provide repair services to the public.

EasternToysandCollectables – We Buy your unwanted toys

Norwich, Norfolk

Norwich-based buyer and reseller of collectable toys, specialising in vintage 1970s–1990s action figures, die-cast, LEGO and retro games consoles. Buys single items or whole collections across the UK, offers collection or secure postal options, and regularly sells at toy fairs and events.

EDR & MSPC Repairs

Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire-based electronics workshop offering component- and PCB-level repairs for a wide range of kit — from retro audio (Walkmans, cassette decks, vinyl turntables, 1990s stereo systems) and VHS/VCRs to games consoles, computers and vehicle electronics (ECUs, dashboards, infotainment). Postal repairs accepted; also sells refurbished devices and builds custom gaming PCs. Warranty offered on most repairs.

Evercade | Official Website | Retro Games Consoles

Evercade (Blaze Entertainment Ltd) produces cartridge-based retro gaming consoles and officially licensed collections of classic games. The range includes handheld and home units (Alpha, EXP-R, VS-R, Nexus, SuperPocket, etc.), regularly released multi-game cartridges and a direct online shop with pre-orders for new hardware and collections. Ideal for collectors and players seeking authentic, plug-and-play retro gaming experiences.

jwmrepairs.co.uk

Southend On Sea

Southend-on-Sea based retail repair shop specialising in games consoles and retro systems. JWM Repairs offers console and PC/laptop repairs, buys/sells/trades old consoles and games, builds custom arcade cabinets, sells refurbished computers, and provides services such as VHS-to-digital conversion and 3D printing. On-site shop at 189 Hamstel Road with phone and Facebook contact.

RADIOWAVES ELECTRONIC REPAIRS UK

Stenhousemuir, Stirlingshire

Central Scotland electronics workshop (Stenhousemuir) offering component-level repairs across a wide range of kit — games consoles, phones, tablets, laptops, car audio and sat-navs — plus specialist vintage audio/video servicing (VCRs, cassette & minidisc players, record players) and video-tape digitisation (VHS, Betamax, 8mm, MiniDV) to DVD/USB/mp4. Postal repairs accepted and on-site drop-off available; parts stocked for common repairs.

The Arcade Exeter | Exeter Gaming Bar – Arcade Bar in Exeter offering up the best in retro gaming.

Exeter

The Arcade Exeter is a cosy arcade-themed bar in Exeter offering a selection of retro coin-operated arcade machines and games consoles for customers to play, seating for about 20, regular gaming contests and fortnightly tournaments (in partnership with Respawning), plus a full drinks and cocktails menu. Suited to gaming groups and retro gaming nights.

The Centre for Computing History - How Are You Cambridge?

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Museum in Cambridge exhibiting the history of computing with hands-on vintage computers and games consoles, rotating exhibitions, educational workshops, guided tours, events and volunteer roles. The site is fully accessible and includes a small café; admission fees and concessions apply.