The Best Vinyl Record Shops Across the North East and Yorkshire
It's Record Store Day on Saturday 12th April, so why not celebrate by adding some new vinyl to your collection?
Beatdown Records
Boasting one of the largest collections of second-hand vinyls in the North East, Beatdown Records is a must visit for any vinyl enthusiast. On the corner of Bewick Street, near Newcastle Central Station, this independent store is home to a range of genres in its large selection. Whether it’s new releases or iconic classics you’re after, you'll find it here.
586 Records
Celebrating its 10th anniversary this September, 586 Records resides on the High Street in Gateshead. With more than 15,000 vinyls in store, alongside cassettes, flexi-discs and more, this is a haven for all vinyl lovers. Loved by locals, pay a visit when you’re in the area.
Mama Roux Records
Mama Roux Records is an independent record store in the heart of Whitley Bay and offers a wide selection of various genres, including vinyl box sets that make the perfect gift for the music lover in your life. They also sell a wide range of clothing and other merchandise, from mugs to T-shirts.
The Record Shed
Situated within Durham Market, the Record Shed is a must-visit treasure chest of vinyls, DVDs and retro games. This traditional music store also provides a transfer service, swapping your camcorder footage to DVD, or your favourite vinyls and cassettes to CD. A must-visit for any vinyl enthusiast, listen while you browse and owners Rick and Nigel are more than happy to help answer any questions.
Vinyl Guru
Vinyl Guru is a proudly independent record store in the centre of Newcastle. A favourite of locals, including Record Store Day’s Ambassador Sam Fender, they will have been trading for 30 years next year and have established a collection of vinyls ranging from rare first presses to the latest releases. They also sell a selection of merch and accessories and provide a vinyl cleaning service.
Forty Five Vinyl Cafe
Situated along one of York’s most historic streets, Micklegate, FortyFive Vinyl Cafe offers more than just your favourite albums. The store has become one of York’s most loved locations, tripling as a café, bar and record store. The café is dog-friendly and as well as records in store, they also host events with live music from up-and-coming artists.
Grind and Groove Records
This family-run independent record store in Keighley is passionate about vinyls and music. They mainly focus on original vintage records, however do offer a range of new releases too. As their name suggests, they aren’t just ‘groove’, also serving freshly ground coffee and other drinks.
Vinyl Tap Records
This Huddersfield record store has a rich history, beginning trading in 1985 as a market stall, they have gradually grown into the independent and online store they are today. They offer a vast collection of vinyls, both new and used, CDs, cassettes and other music-related merchandise. Whether you are looking for a specific album, or are simply searching for bargains, this store is guaranteed to catch your eye.
Earworm Records
Earworm Records is a hidden gem located down Goodramgate in York. Although small, this record store boasts a selection of titles focused on quality over quantity. They offer expert advice and the opportunity to listen to records pre-purchase. The personal touch in this store is what separates it from the rest, encouraging a friendly atmosphere centred around a shared love of music.
Relics Records
Relics Records is an independent vinyl store located in New Briggate in Leeds. They buy and sell second-hand and collectors records and CDs, covering a range of different styles and genres including, Rock, Indie, Jazz and Blues. They are the biggest retailer of used vinyl and CDs in Leeds, with a stock of more than 18,000. If you are unable to visit in person, check out their stock online as they offer a mail order service too.
