Sgt Bilko’s Vintage Emporium & The Phil Silvers Archival Museum image

Sgt Bilko’s Vintage Emporium & The Phil Silvers Archival Museum

Tourist attraction Museum Store

One of the Top rated Tourist attractions in Coventry


Address

Unit 2c, FarGo Village, Far Gosford St, Coventry CV1 5ED, United Kingdom

Website

www.sgtbilkosvintageemporium.com

Contact

+44 7773 579181

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (74 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am to 4 pm
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 5 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (12) visit (11) Phil (9) Steve (9) owner (8) Silvers (8) shop (7) Bilko (6) friendly (6)
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  • 5/5 sara G. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a wonderful little place to visit and is a must for any Bilko fan. It is in a little shopping village not far from Coventry university. The owner has a great knowledge and is very friendly and helpful. Some of the artefacts were actually owned by Phil slivers himself.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 john k. 4 years ago on Google
    Great little find. The owner has a large private collection with donations from silvers family
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kit S. 1 year ago on Google
    This is an absolutely fantastic place to visit, the museum is an incredible collection of many, many personal Phil Silvers items. Even if you've never heard of him go and see the memorabilia of this comic genius. Incredible and it's free! Steve, the custodian is very friendly and knowledgeable.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah R. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful museum and shop with extensive Sgt Bilko/Phil Silvers memorabilia. Still can't believe the amount of objects and posters! The owner Steve is so knowledgeable and happy to chat and answer questions. Will definitely be back soon too much information and stuff to absorb in one visit! Highly recommended 🤗
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sir K. 10 months ago on Google
    What an honour to be able to wander around this labour of love ,dedicated to the great Phil Silvers . I could literally listen to Steve’s pearls of wisdom all day . Thanks for taking time out today to share a few of your stories about your fabulous artefacts . From Mr O ( B52’s fan)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kirsty D. 4 months ago on Google
    Hidden gem in Coventry, wonderful little shop with amazing, helpful and kind staff in the cutest little shopping center selling all sorts of vintage & handmade goods! Will 100% be telling all friends and family to pay a visit

  • 5/5 Corey R. 2 years ago on Google
    Forgot about the shop and went back after lockdown was finished go there quite a bit for funko pops

  • 5/5 Shanice E. 8 months ago on Google
    Had multiple visits for buying, selling and trading Funko Pops. Never had an issue. Absolutely LOADS of stock, new and old! Lovely owner, will definitely keep going. I always recommend others to go too!😊 they also sell other collectibles, comics etc. Active on Facebook if you want to see up to date & new stock

  • 5/5 Lana N. 9 months ago on Google
    Pipped in today, first time visiting The shop has a vast range of POP figurines and a great collection of comic books at very reasonable prices. The guy that ran the store was welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. Will be returning for future comic purchases. Do pop in, even if it's just to browse!

  • 5/5 Grant W. 4 months ago on Google
    Drove just over an hour as I’d seen a Facebook post and it was definitely worth the drive, the shop is any Funko collectors heaven and you could easily spend hours in there searching, managed to find some great pops for my collection and they add more each week, great staff and great offers to, will definitely be returning.

  • 5/5 Marie 1 year ago on Google
    A must for any Phil Silvers fans. I stumbled across the museum yesterday whilst visiting Coventry. Steve Everitt gave us a great overview, was super friendly and welcoming. Thanks

  • 5/5 Andrew C. 1 year ago on Google
    My first visit with my granddaughter to find some Japanese Manga, comics of all genres & collectibles. Steve was so helpful, knowledgeable & friendly. Thank you for making our visit so enjoyable. 5 stars ✨ without hesitation !

  • 5/5 steven t. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic shop,staff were helpful an amazing,great deals to be had ,an sooo many funko pops

  • 5/5 Richard B. 1 year ago on Google
    If you like Sgt Bilko and/or anything that its star, Phil Silvers, has been in, this is the place for you. An interesting collection of memorabilia, posters, photos - even things like Phil Silvers' glasses. Bilko t-shirts and mugs are available to buy, as are video sets. If you write in the Visitors' Book, you get a free Bilko badge too.

  • 5/5 Alison F. 2 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous selection of vintage votes and accessories. Fantastic prices too.

  • 5/5 Gordon S. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely brilliant .changed entire visit experience for the bemefit and safety of visitors. More floorspace and more exhibits to enjoy. Steve takes your experience to another level with stories and anecdotes of the main man. Ask about the new 'fan' of the month Kim Wilde

  • 5/5 David W. 2 years ago on Google
    Great, unique place to visit , not just for fans of the TV show, there is an essence of nostalgia in here that is rarely found, and in quite an unexpected space too, within a collectables shop.... brilliant!

  • 5/5 Ian c. 2 years ago on Google
    I walked around with a great smile on my face, Steve the owner was so keen to show me around I look forward to going back. Fabulous

  • 5/5 Melanie Moon 4. 2 years ago on Google
    I love it here. So do the rest of my family. Went along on Christmas eve to buy comics, books and action figures. It's a lovely little place with a relaxing surrounding environment. The people are helpful and friendly

  • 5/5 Peter F. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely fantastic experience. Attention to detail and superb condition of all the artifacts. A real insight into the life of Phillip Silvers.

  • 5/5 songsoflife 3 years ago on Google
    An amazing place... Steve the curator offers a warm welcome and a wealth of knowledge...fantastic...✨

  • 5/5 Dennis C. 3 years ago on Google
    A great place to visit, to find out all about the late great actor, comic, performer Phil Silvers. One of best roles was Sgt Bilko on tv.

  • 5/5 peter m. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is great, the owner really knows his stuff and not just about Phil Silvers too. Comics, superheroes, classic films, classic TV you name it he can geek out about it for hours. A real gem to have in Coventry ran by a cheerful and passionate owner

  • 5/5 LATTITUDE I. 3 years ago on Google
    Incredible place to visit. Steve the owner is the nicest guy and so vastly knowledgeable around everything bilko. If your into geeky culture pop vinyls, comics or collectibles you must visit and support local


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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