Frequently Asked
Questions

CardCompass is the UK’s most complete directory of trading card game (TCG) and sports card shops. It lists verified stores covering Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, Dragon Ball Super, Flesh and Blood, and sports cards. It’s free to use and built to help players and collectors discover great local shops.

Browse or search for shopsby city, game type, or collector service. Each listing shows the shop’s verified Google rating, review count, TCGs stocked, and event and collector service information. Filter results to find exactly what you need — from shops that buy collections to venues running weekly tournaments.

Store listings are sourced from verified data and updated regularly. Ratings and review counts reflect verified Google data. Some details like opening hours or specific event schedules may change — always check directly with a shop before visiting.

Use the search page and type your city name, or browse by city from the homepage. You can filter results by game type, collector services, and whether a shop runs events. The Locations page lists all cities with card shops.

CardCompass currently supports city-level searching. Type your nearest city on the search pageto find shops in your area. More granular location search is something we’re working on.

Yes. Filter by any TCG including Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, and more. Use the game type filter on the search page, or visit a dedicated game hub — like Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, or One Piece.

Visit the One Piece game huband click “Find Events”, or go to the Events page and filter by One Piece. You can also use the search page with the One Piece and events filters selected.

Visit the Pokémon game hub or the Events page and filter by Pokémon. This shows shops hosting weekly leagues, locals, and pre-release events near you.

Event data is updated as shops submit and confirm their event schedules. Event details and timings can change — always confirm directly with the shop before attending. If you notice outdated event info, let us knowand we’ll get it corrected.

Use the Sell Cards page to find shops that actively buy singles, sealed product, and complete collections. Filter by your city to find local buyers. You can also filter specifically for shops that buy cards or shops offering trade-ins.

On the Sell Cards page, select the “Trade-ins” filter to find shops that accept your cards in exchange for other cards or store credit. Trading in often gives better value than a straight cash sale.

Store credit is an in-store currency you receive instead of cash when selling or trading your cards. Most shops offer better value for store credit than cash — typically a 10–30% premium. It’s a great option if you plan to buy more cards. Find shops offering store credit on the Sell Cards page.

Visit the Grading page and select the PSA filter to find shops offering PSA submission services near you. These shops handle the international shipping and customs process so you can submit locally.

CardCompass tracks shops offering PSA, BGS (Beckett), and CGC grading submissions. PSA is the most widely available at UK shops. Use the Grading page to filter by provider and city.

Find a shop on the Grading page that offers submissions. Contact the shop to confirm current pricing, service tiers, and turnaround estimates. Drop off your cards at the shop — they handle packaging, international shipping, and customs to the grader on your behalf. When your graded cards arrive back, the shop will contact you for collection.

Use the Add Your Shop formto submit your store listing. It’s free and takes just a few minutes. Your listing will be reviewed and published once verified.

If your shop is already listed but you haven’t claimed it, use the Claim Your Listing form. You’ll need to confirm you’re the owner or an authorised representative. Claiming your listing lets you keep your details accurate and up to date.

Once you’ve claimed your listing, you can request updates to your store details. If your shop hasn’t been claimed yet, contact us at hello@cardcompass.co.uk and we’ll get it updated for you.