Reading, Berkshire
Shopping is an experience; trying on clothes and feeling their texture, sampling local produce from Farmers' Markets or taking in the atmosphere of a bustling parade. Find places to shop near you that can't be matched by the Internet.
If you think shopping in South England is restricted to Regent Street and Carnaby Street, think again. In addition to traditional shopping centres and discount designer outlets, South East England has a collection of unique places to shop outside London that can't be found anywhere else.
Explore the narrow alleys of the 17th century Lanes, a maze of smart shops selling antiques, jewellery and designer clothes.
The Lanes in Brighton is one of the South East’s more eccentric shopping destinations and was once the heart of an old fishing town. Today the area is a maze of winding streets dotted with many unique and quirky shops, cafes and restaurants.
If hand crafted, locally made, is more your thing, then The Sussex Guild Shop & Gallery is for you. Established as a charity over 50 years ago with over 100 members, it brings together a group of local professional designers and makers of fine, contemporary and traditional craftwork.
The former capital of England is a well preserved city so even shopping in Winchester means popping in to historic buildings. It makes it a wonderful place to go bargain hunting – whether you're thinking antique or boutique!
Winchester's Christmas Market sets the standard by which others are judged while one of the UK's largest Farmers' Markets (2nd and final Sunday of each month), made famous by Rick Stein, offers revered local produce from the rural county of Hampshire.
Retail therapy is one of the top reasons to come to the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. There are also plenty of cafes and restaurants to feast your eyes on after a long day shopping.
At the heart of shopping in Windsor and Eton is Windsor Royal Shopping Centre, a mostly covered area that occupies the site of a 1850s railway station where you can still see Queen Victoria’s royal waiting room.
In Ashford you'll find McArthurGlen Designer Outlet where your favourite brands are priced up to 60% less, all year round.
There’s something for everyone, within this beautiful setting. Situated in the heart of the Garden of England, Kent, and designed by architect Lord Richard Rogers, this is one of Europe’s most spectacular shopping destinations.
Little Chelsea is a vibrant shopping and dining experience in Grove Road and South Street. It includes tens of independent businesses and shops specialising in art, interior design, designer clothes, antiques and many more.
Find more inspiration of some of the best places to shop with our hand-picked selection of diverse shops and destinations in South East England. Select the 'Map View' button to see what's near you.
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Windmill
Canterbury
Chillenden Mill, dated 1868, was one of the last post mills to be built in Kent. After collapsing in November 2003, the mill has been reconstructed. This was completed in August 2005 and the windmill has now been re-opened to the public.
Festival
Portsmouth
The UK's only chilli and gin festival is back in Portsmouth for the weekend of 28 and 29 June.
General event
Aylesbury
Turn up the heat at our annual Chilli festival taking place in the Manor gardens set against the backdrop of the North Front of the Manor.
Markets
Aylesbury
Turn up the heat at our annual Chilli festival taking place at Waddesdon this summer. With handpicked exhibitors, all passionate about chilli, the festival guarantees to bring you the best of local artisan producers as well as some of the nation's…
Food
Aylesbury
Come and visit the annual Chilli Festival, held in the picturesque gardens of Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire. Featuring a handpicked selection of passionate chilli exhibitors, including local artisans and independent traders from across the…
Hotel
Lenham
Chilston Park has been rated in the top 200 hotels in the country and has been awarded four red stars by the AA for exceptional quality of accommodation and service. An elegant 17th Century country house hotel set in verdant parkland.
Wedding Organisers & Services
Maidstone
The opulent surroundings of Chilston Park really come into their own when it comes to weddings. It could be the feeling of freedom you get from the secluded but spacious parkland setting, or the warm, welcoming atmosphere inside.
Wedding Reception Venues
Chalfont St Giles
Choose from one of seven historic buildings for your civil ceremony including; a medieval barn, Victorian toll house, tin chapel and Iron Age roundhouse. There are two medieval barns available to hire for wedding receptions or parties.
Museum
CHALFONT ST. GILES
Discover 2000 years of Chilterns history by exploring over 30 historic buildings that were the workplace or homes of ordinary people. Learn about traditional skills, farming, lifestyle and local history while taking in the beautiful scenery of the…
Industrial Archaeology
Guildford
Located in the village of Chilworth, this Gunpower Mill is one of the earliest examples of its kind in the country.
Conferences & Weddings Conferences Category
Southampton
Chilworth Manor is conveniently located in the leafy Hampshire outskirts of Southampton with easy access to Winchester, Portsmouth and the New Forest. The hotel offers 12 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, with a further 27 sprawling acres in…
Hotel
Southampton
Chilworth Manor is conveniently located in the leafy Hampshire outskirts of Southampton with easy access to Winchester, Portsmouth and the New Forest. The hotel offers 12 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, with a further 27 sprawling acres in…
Steam Railway
Chinnor
The Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway is an award-winning heritage railway steaming alongside the Chiltern Hills on an approximately 1-hour round trip.
Towns & Villages
Chipping Norton
Chipping Norton is a market town at the highest point of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds. Find tourist information, places to visit and a list of nearby villages
Nature Reserve
Chobham Common is the largest National Nature Reserve in the southeast of England and one of the finest remaining examples of lowland heath in the world. Managed and maintained by the Surrey Wildlife Trust for nature conservation.
Food
Amberley
Join us at the Queen's Restaurant for a delightful Easter-inspired Afternoon Tea and Egg Decorating session, complete with a welcoming glass of Nyetimber English sparkling wine.
Exhibitions
Greenwich, London, London
A new exhibition invites you to discover the key role chocolate played in the revival of Greenwich.
Step back in time to the 18th century, and discover the history and appeal of chocolate with a recreation of Grace and Thomas Tosier's famous…
Exhibition
Greenwich
Discover the history and irresistible appeal of chocolate at the Old Royal Naval College with the launch of their new immersive exhibition, Chocolate House Greenwich.
The 18th Century was hot chocolate’s heyday. Visitors can now step back in time…
Food
Whiteley, Fareham
Chocolate Workshop
Wednesday 6th March - From 12pm to 3pm
Come and enjoy a delicious afternoon of chocolate making. Indulge in a delicious two course lunch with a glass of fizz on arrival, followed by our workshop where you can take home your…
Childrens Events
Whiteley, Fareham
Chocolate Workshop
wednesday 4th december
from 12pm to 3pm
In conjunction with the Crafty Chocolatier, enjoy a two-course lunch with a glass of mulled wine on arrival – followed by our chocolate workshop – giving you the chance to create your own…
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