Tyldesley record store expands after six months of success

Resurrection Records on Elliott Street in Tyldesley opened its doors in October last year in the hopes of introducing younger residents to vinyl records.

Opened by Lynsey Boardman, 43 and partner, Mark, 55, the shop boasts vinyl records from classic artists such as the Rolling Stones to modern pop stars like Taylor Swift, including local performers such as The Lottery Winners.

The shop is expanding into the site next work (Image: Newsquest)

The shop is now expanding into a larger venue next door due to the ongoing success of the shop.

Lynsey said: “Mark has always worked as a DJ and it has always been his dream to open a record shop.

Resurrection Records on Elliott St, Tyldesley (Image: Newsquest)

“When we first opened in Tyldesley, people were saying that we wouldn’t last six months, but we’ve been really busy, and we have all types of people coming in each week.

“There are kids that come in as young as 14 and they’re listening to Marvin Gaye or the Rolling Stones because they’ve grown up hearing their parents play it. Then we have some older residents that come in to hear the songs they loved growing up.

“That’s why it’s really important because music brings people together.”

The expansion of the shop will see a larger range of records on sale, a collectors’ section, listening booths, arcade games, coffee and cake, as well as live music performances and album signings taking place in store, with an emphasis on amplifying local voices.

Resurrection Records on Elliott St, Tyldesley (Image: Newsquest)

“It’ll be a great place to relax and meet new people, even if someone comes in and doesn’t buy anything, we love that they can just look through and listen to the records”, Lynsey added.

Resurrection Records’ has done more than simply last six months, it has created a space for music lovers, of all ages from Tyldesley, to come together to share a common passion.