Orbital Comics

My husband is a big fan of comic book stores. One of the nights we were relatively early for our dinner reservation, we stopped in to have a look around. My husband found lots of items he wanted to buy... but sadly very difficult with the small space we have in our flat in London.

Overall they have such a good selection between new and old stuff. I'm sure all of the big fans can spend... more

This is a great small comic shop. Plenty of variety. A huge trade selection. Well organized new issues and a decent selection of back issues. I stopped in on a recent visit to London and definitely left with a smile. A fun shop. more

Of the three comic shops I know in London, this is the best. In part for its size, in part for its dedication to a wide range of comics, in part for the layout but also for it's staff, events and the people who shop here.

Orbital is always my (and should always be your) first stop for comics, from latest releases to 80s or 90s back issues, Orbital has it all. From an unassuming entrance... more

A place like London has many many many comic book stores. Some are great. Some promising and some are downright bad. Orbital is the odd one out. It doesn´t fall in any of those categories. This one is a shining example of what a small comic book shop should look and maybe more importantly must feel like.

The first thing I noticed (and loved) was the clerk humming/singing behind the counter.... more

I stumbled into this cute comic book shop while waiting for some friends for a restaurant. I don't read comics at all but it's nice to browse a store with such a large inventory. The employees are not stuffy and they don't bother you at all.

There is a wide array of new and old stuff here. I found a lot of Adventure Time and Bravest Warriors, to my delight. There are also the usual DC,... more