July Finds at Paraphernalia: Antiques & Collectables in Minehead
The Hidden Gems of Friday Street: Exploring Paraphernalia Antiques and Collectables, Minehead
Tucked away on the characterful Friday Street, Paraphernalia Antiques & Collectables has quietly built a name as Minehead’s go-to spot for vintage treasures and curious finds. This July, the shop has been buzzing — with new arrivals, unusual items, and the kind of pieces that stop you in your tracks.
If you're searching for antiques in Minehead, or just love a good rummage, this month’s stock is packed with warmth, charm, and character.
🟡 Timeless Brassware & Character Pieces
There’s something effortlessly elegant about aged brass. This month, our brass collection has been flying out the door — and it’s easy to see why. From heavy Victorian-style candle holders to quirky animal figures (including a rather wise-looking owl), the shelves are glinting with golden warmth.
Whether you're after fireplace sets, solid brass bells, vintage balance scales, or decorative curtain tiebacks, we’ve got plenty in stock. Perfect for period interiors, country cottage charm, or anyone who appreciates the real weight and warmth of metalwork from the past.
Popular right now:
- Ornate brass candlesticks
- Justice-style balance sets
- Elephant and horse figurines
- Rope-pull bells and desk chimes
- Horse brasses and fittings
💎 Glassware With Personality
From shimmering cut crystal to bold Murano colours, our glassware display is full of sparkle. Every shape and shade you can imagine — apothecary bottles, art glass, vintage decanters, quirky vases, and chunky paperweights. Whether you collect it or decorate with it, there’s always a piece that catches the light (and your eye).
Highlights include:
- Jonathan Harris studio art glass
- Victorian medical bottles
- Tall candlesticks and retro jugs
- Vintage drinking glasses with real character
🎸 Musical Treasures – Instruments & Amps
Paraphernalia isn’t just about what looks good on a shelf — we’ve also taken in a cracking range of vintage musical instruments and accessories this month. Whether you're a player, collector, or just appreciate beautifully made kit, we’ve got guitars, amps, and a few rare oddities you won’t see every day.
Recently in stock:
- 1987 Hohner LP-style electric guitar (£90 - Sold)
- Ibanez Superstrat with spare strings, picks, amp lead and small amp (£150- Sold)
- Marshall MG30FX boxed amp (£145)
- Blackstar battery-powered Blackstar mini amp (£22 - Sold)
- Antique zither with original artwork (£18 Sold)
- Stroh-style violinophone (£50 - sold)
These pieces move quickly — if something catches your eye, give us a call or pop in to test it out.
📚 Vintage Ephemera: Paper Treasures of the Past
From WWII postcards to steamship brochures, our ephemera section continues to grow. These paper collectables are perfect for history lovers, scrapbookers, and anyone who enjoys leafing through the stories of yesteryear.
What’s in the cabinets?
- Ordnance Survey maps
- Vintage comics and cigarette cards
- Railway guides and old travel brochures
- Music tutor books and stamped postcards
- Local history titles from Somerset and beyond
🧸 Toy Chest Nostalgia
This month’s vintage toy haul includes plenty of fan favourites — ideal for collectors or just anyone chasing a bit of childhood nostalgia. We’ve stocked up on die-cast classics, retro action figures, and clockwork toys that still run like they should.
In stock now:
- Britain’s knights and soldier sets
- Matchbox, Corgi, and Dinky cars
- LEGO mixed lots and boxed sets
- Star Wars & Minecraft characters
- Clockwork tin cars and die-cast buses
Whether you’re decorating, collecting, or passing memories on to the next generation, this section is well worth a rummage.
✨ Jewellery & Watches – A Bit of Sparkle
If you're after vintage jewellery or watches with personality, now’s a great time to stop in. We have a range that spans from glitzy costume sparkle to solid silver classics — including brooches, bracelets, cufflinks, DKNY pieces, and vintage wristwatches that still tick with charm.
Why It’s More Than Just a Shop
At Paraphernalia, we’re not trying to be flashy or over-polished. What we are is real. A bit of Minehead’s character lives within these walls — stories told through objects, shared over the counter, or discovered tucked in a forgotten corner of a display.
Whether you’re redecorating with soul, gifting with thought, or collecting with passion, we’re proud to offer a space full of personality and proper finds. No big chains, no gimmicks. Just honest-to-goodness treasure hunting, six days a week.
📲 Facebook Saw It First
Everything featured in this month’s roundup — from the brass bells and Murano glass to vintage guitars and nostalgic toys — first made its appearance over on our official Facebook page, often snapped the same day it arrived in the shop. The growth over there has been nothing short of phenomenal. We joined Facebook on 1st June 2025, just seven weeks ago, and as of today (22 July 2025), the page has reached 374 likes and 466 followers — and we’re honestly blown away.
We’ve been part of Minehead’s high street for over three decades now, with roots going back to our original location at 13 Friday Street before moving just next door to number 11 in 2015. The recent surge in local support and online engagement means the world to us — it’s like the community has suddenly found a megaphone for its love of all things vintage. Thank you for helping us grow something that’s never been about flash or fuss — just real finds, real people, and a proper rummage.
👉 Follow along here to catch the next wave of treasure as it lands:
Paraphernalia Antiques & Collectables, Minehead – Facebook
📍 Visit Us
Paraphernalia Antiques & Collectables
11 Friday Street, Minehead
Open Monday to Saturday, 10:30 am – 4:00 pm
📸 Follow us on Facebook for the latest arrivals, photo albums, and behind-the-scenes updates. We’re a little late to the party — but we’ve brought the vintage vibes with us.
Thanks for keeping it local. See you soon.