Record Shops in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire offers a rewarding experience for vinyl enthusiasts, with a thriving scene that celebrates both new releases and classic records. Across the region, you’ll find independent record shops that cater to a wide range of tastes, from rock and pop to jazz, soul, and more niche genres, making it easy to discover rare finds or revisit old favourites. The atmosphere in these shops is often welcoming and knowledgeable, with staff ready to share recommendations or chat about the latest arrivals. Many shops also stock turntables, accessories, and music-related memorabilia, adding to the sense of discovery for collectors and newcomers alike. In addition to browsing racks of vinyl, visitors can expect special events such as album launches, Record Store Day celebrations, or in-store performances, which help to foster a sense of community among music lovers in the area. Whether you’re searching for a specific pressing, hoping to stumble across an unexpected gem, or simply enjoying the ritual of flipping through records, Gloucestershire’s vinyl scene delivers a satisfying mix of choice and character. The region’s towns and communities each bring their own flavour to the local music offer, helping to ensure that there’s always something new to explore for anyone passionate about records and the culture surrounding them.

Our directory currently lists 11 record shops across Gloucestershire, ranging across town-centre shops and tucked-away local gems, with shops in Cheltenham, Stroud, Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Coleford and Cirencester. 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.

Several of these shops take part in Record Store Day and host their own gigs, signings and listening nights, so there is usually something happening for vinyl fans. As hours and stock change from one shop to the next, it pays to check each listing first and build a route that takes in two or three stores while you are in the area.