Music runs in the family at Legacy Records, an independent vinyl specialist in the heart of Southport on Tulketh Street, where one of the largest second-hand collections in the North West fills the racks.
Background / History
Legacy Records carries forward a family connection to record selling in Southport, with owner Alex continuing a tradition begun by his father. Rising on the site of an earlier town-centre record business, the shop reopened with a clear purpose: to give Southport a serious home for original vinyl once again. Alex runs it with genuine enthusiasm, balancing the shop alongside his work as a radio presenter, and has built the stock into a destination that draws collectors from well beyond the town.
What You’ll Find
The headline figure says much about the place. Close to 250,000 records line the shelves, making this one of the biggest vinyl collections for sale anywhere in the North West. The focus is firmly on original, second-hand pressings rather than new reissues, with stock spanning rock and metal, 80s pop, classical, country, jazz, soul, and rap and hip hop. Prices are kept sensible, and the sheer depth of the collection means patient diggers regularly turn up scarce pressings and forgotten favourites. For the undecided, mystery boxes offer a lucky-dip alternative, bundling a surprise selection for anyone happy to take a chance on something new.
Experience / Atmosphere
Browsing here is an unhurried affair, and the scale of the collection rewards anyone willing to spend time working through the racks. Alex is a knowledgeable and approachable presence behind the counter, especially strong on rock and metal thanks to his work presenting on Nuclear Rock Radio, and he is always ready to steer a customer towards something they might have missed. The mood is friendly and informal, the sort of shop where conversation about music comes as standard and newcomers are made to feel as welcome as seasoned collectors. You will find it down the ramp beside the amusement arcade, a slightly hidden spot that only adds to the sense of discovery.
Why Visit
- One of the largest second-hand vinyl collections in the North West, with around 250,000 records
- Original pressings across rock, metal, pop, classical, country, jazz and soul
- A knowledgeable, music-loving owner with real expertise in rock and metal
- Sensible pricing and genuine rarities for dedicated diggers
- Mystery boxes for an element of surprise
- A central Southport location that is easy to reach
Summary
Legacy Records is a proper destination for vinyl lovers, combining remarkable scale with the personal touch of an owner who clearly lives and breathes music. Whether you arrive with a wants list or simply want to lose an afternoon among the racks, the breadth of stock and Alex’s friendly expertise make it one of Southport’s standout independent shops and a rewarding stop for anyone serious about records.
