The Record Shed

If you’re a music lover, collector, or nostalgia hunter, you’ll want to make a beeline for The Record Shed inside Durham Market Hall – a proper old-school music store where vinyl still reigns supreme and physical media is celebrated.

Run by Nigel and Richard, two passionate music buffs with decades of experience in the industry, The Record Shed is a must-visit for fans of vinyl records, CDs, DVDs and retro gaming. Whether you’re building your LP collection, rediscovering forgotten favourites, or on the hunt for something rare, you’ll find a treasure trove of titles spanning every genre and generation.

What you’ll find at The Record Shed:

A vast and ever-changing collection of vinyl records – from classic rock, punk, indie and metal to soul, jazz, reggae and more
An impressive selection of CDs across all genres – great for music lovers on the go or collectors who love a physical format
DVDs and box sets, including films, TV series, music documentaries and concert footage
Retro games and consoles, including vintage titles for PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo platforms
Music memorabilia, nostalgia pieces, and the occasional unexpected gem

Not sure what you’re after? Just ask! Nigel and Richard are full of recommendations and always happy to chat music – or help track down a specific album or artist you’ve been searching for.

Why visit The Record Shed?

Real, hands-on browsing (the way music shopping should be!)
Friendly, knowledgeable service from traders who genuinely love what they do
Competitive prices and a reputation for quality
A strong focus on customer requests – if they don’t have it, they’ll try to source it

Find The Record Shed in Unit 9 inside Durham Market Hall (look for the record-covered stall near The House of Eden!)
Open Monday to Saturday
Come for the vinyl, stay for the chat – and leave with your next favourite record.

Stalls 9, 10 & 11