Hidden gems - Record stores in United Kingdom not to miss (Updated January, 2021)

Gift shop

👍👍 A wonderful, creative space that is unlike anywhere else. I always pop in when passing and spend a looooong time taking in all the lovely items/works of art and always leave with a smile on my face (and usually a small purchase!). The window displays are always changing - the owners just get it. The...

5.00 (93 reviews)

Gravel Pit Shop

Plant nursery

👍👍 Checked out the website and narrowed down what plant I was looking for before I went to the shop, really nice man ready to help gave me the plant said I could choose a pot for the plant, well I wasn't prepared for that sooo much choice and he didn't rush or direct me just gave advice. Really happy...

5.00 (62 reviews)

Steel Town Music

Musical instrument store

👍👍 Thank you. You really helped us out last night. Without a thought Matt came up with a last minute solution to solve a problem we had with some drum apparel. Couldn’t recommend them highly enough

5.00 (49 reviews)

backtrax music

Record store

👍👍 I can highly recommend Backtrax Music for new and used vinyl. I’ve bought used Beatles, Led Zep, Bowie, Dylan, Tangerine Dream, Dead Kennedys, Peter Gabriel and many more. Always in sound condition, no scratches. Very eclectic stock, from a reliable and knowledgeable trader.

5.00 (35 reviews)

Dark Circles coffee and record shop

Record store

5.00 (32 reviews)

Welsh Bridge Books & Collectables

Book store

5.00 (30 reviews)

The Forge, Tonyrefail Music LTD

Record store

👍👍 Very helpful and knowledgeable. Good selection of instruments and equipment not just guitars. Prices are very reasonable. Today bought 2nd hand base guitar, amp cable, guitar picks, set of new strings for my existing electric guitar (one of which was fitted for us, others to keep as spares) and a gu...

5.00 (28 reviews)

Core of the Poodle Ltd

Record store

👍👍 Huge selection of quality vinyl from all genres and at affordable prices. The owner is knowledgeable, enthusiastic and friendly in equal measure. The only criticism that I can make is that it's very likely that you could possibly spend way too much time and a good deal of your money when browsing th...

5.00 (22 reviews)

Albion Stores

Clothing store

👍👍 I placed an order on line and after reading through found that Albion would deliver this is great as I work and would not be home if the order came Spoke to a lovely member of staff who is happy to deliver to my daughter This service is outstanding and so pleased that I shopped with them THANK YOU A...

5.00 (20 reviews)

The Jazz Centre UK

Cultural center

👍👍 Fantastic space full of jazz! A real gem in Southend. Gigs every weekend and lots if other activities. Fantastic display of jazz paraphernalia, instruments, vinyl covers, etc.

5.00 (17 reviews)