Record Shops in Devon

Devon is made for crate-digging road trips, with record shops tucked into lively cities and slower market towns between the coast and Dartmoor. In Exeter you can pair browsing with a coffee and a bit of community energy at 12 Bar Music and Social, then keep the hunt going around Gandy Street at JM Records, which mixes quality pre-loved stock with imports, cassettes and a touch of merch. Head south to Totnes for The Drift Record Shop, a well-regarded independent that’s been selling records, CDs and tapes since the mid-90s, or follow the Exe Estuary to Exmouth for a rummage through stalls before hitting the seafront. Over in Newton Abbot, Phoenix Sounds has built a reputation as a destination shop and a local hub, while Tavistock offers a neat double-stop: Rival Records for new music and classic reissues on vinyl, and The Music Room @ Bookstop if you like your record browsing alongside books and CDs. With Plymouth and North Devon towns in the mix for bigger-day itineraries, it’s easy to stitch together a route. Use the Devon listings to pick a few stops and let the county’s landscapes set the pace for your next record hunt.

Our directory currently lists 14 record shops across Devon, covering everything from high-street names to specialist crate-digging spots, with shops in Exeter, Barnstaple, Teignmouth, Lynton, Tavistock, Newton Abbot and Exmouth. Between them you will find new and second-hand vinyl across every genre, from rare original pressings and audiophile reissues to the latest releases, plus turntables, accessories and knowledgeable staff happy to point you towards your next find.

Record Store Day in April is a highlight for collectors in the area, with exclusive vinyl and a buzzing atmosphere across participating shops, while throughout the rest of the year you will find pre-orders, second-hand finds and friendly recommendations. Opening hours vary, so use the listings below to confirm details and map out an efficient day of crate-digging.