What We Offer
We specialise in:
Antiques and vintage homeware
Militaria and historical collectables
Retro toys and pop culture items, Records, Music Posters
Jewellery, ceramics, and decorative pieces
Whether you’re shopping online or visiting our shop, you’ll find a constantly evolving stock, always chosen with care. And if you’re looking to sell vintage or antique items, we offer a fair, transparent service—ideal if you’re clearing out, downsizing, or unsatisfied with auction house fees.
About The Vintage Window Scarborough
Welcome to The Vintage Window Scarborough, an independent antique and vintage shop run by husband-and-wife team, Jonathan and Fay Thompson. Since opening in 2017, we’ve believed in making quality antiques, retro items, collectables, and militaria accessible and affordable for everyone.
We’re passionate about transforming how people experience vintage shopping—turning it into a treasure hunt filled with historical value, quirky surprises, and timeless craftsmanship. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a curious browser, our goal is to make antiques fun, approachable, and sustainable.
Our Philosophy
At The Vintage Window Scarborough, we believe in reusing the past to protect the future. Every item we sell has its own story. We celebrate craftsmanship, beauty, and historical interest—qualities often lost in today’s fast-paced, disposable world.
We take pride in offering unique, preloved items that spark curiosity and bring joy—from vintage Star Wars figures to Victorian medals. Each piece is carefully chosen to ensure value, authenticity, and character.
A Proud Scarborough Business
You’ll find The Vintage Window in a charming Victorian parade of shops between the Grand Hotel and Royal Hotel—right in the heart of Scarborough on the stunning Yorkshire coast. With its rich seaside history, Scarborough is the UK’s original seaside resort and a thriving destination for visitors and vintage lovers alike.
Only an hour from historic York, our shop is easily accessible for day-trippers and holidaymakers, and is quickly becoming a must-visit for collectors and sellers across the region.
Meet the Team
Jonathan Thompson – Co-Founder & Valuer
Fay Thompson BA (Hons) Fashion – Co-Founder & Merchandiser
We’re Jonathan and Fay — proud owners of The Vintage Window in Scarborough, where we’ve spent the past eight years building not just a business, but a way of life. In that time, we’ve handled many thousands of objects, met collectors, dealers, and families from all walks of life, and developed a deep understanding of antiques, collectables, and what people truly value.
What started as a passion has grown into a trusted local business. We’ve learned something new with every house visit, every conversation, and every item that’s passed across our counter. Whether it’s a medal with family history, a box of old records, or a quirky mid-century vase — we’ve likely seen it, researched it, and helped it find a new home.
Jonathan was born and raised in Scarborough. After serving in the Merchant Navy and Royal Navy and later working offshore in renewable energy, he followed in the footsteps of a relative in the trade and opened The Vintage Window in 2017. Fay, with her sharp eye and brilliant knowledge of design, style and customer care, has been at the heart of the shop from the very beginning.
Together, we run The Vintage Window with old-fashioned values: fairness, honesty, and genuine interest in what people bring through our doors. If you’re buying, selling, or just curious — you’ll always get a warm welcome, straight advice, and a fair deal.
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Come Visit Us
Whether you’re shopping, selling, or just exploring Scarborough, we invite you to experience The Vintage Window Scarborough—where history, design, and sustainability come together.