Record Stores / United Kingdom
Record Stores in Canterbury, United Kingdom
3 record stores — last verified August 2026.
- Canterbury Rock
Long-running secondhand-vinyl shop run by Jim Hamshire, in Canterbury since 1979 after starting in Whitstable; roughly two-thirds records across all genres, with some secondhand hi-fi equipment.
2 sources
- Sounds Records
Self-described 'Canterbury's largest independent record store' on St Peter's Street, stocking global grooves, reggae, indie staples and secondhand finds across genres.
2 sources
- Vinylstore Jr
Small independent record shop opened 2016, mostly new indie/alternative releases plus classic reissues, jazz and secondhand vinyl.
2 sources
Greater Canterbury
Record stores in the cities and towns around Canterbury.
Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Gatefield Sounds
Whitstable High Street record shop run by John and a small team; strong new-vinyl selection across genres, active Record Store Day participant.
1 source
- Rock Bottom Records
Cash-only Harbour Street record shop with a dense, well-organised stock of vinyl LPs, 45s, CDs and DVDs; knowledgeable, friendly service.
2 sources
Faversham, United Kingdom
- Saturnalia Records
New-and-used vinyl shop on Faversham's Market Street with a strong psych, stoner rock, jazz and dub/funk selection; will special-order LPs on request.
1 source
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Frequently asked questions
How many record stores are in Canterbury, United Kingdom?
Canterbury, United Kingdom has 3 record stores in the directory, last verified August 2026.
Has a record store in Canterbury closed recently?
Yes — Monkey Boy Records closed recently. Its page stays up with a list of nearby open shops.