Maidstone, Kent
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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Hotel
Southampton
Standing alongside Southampton’s medieval town walls, adjacent to all four of the city’s Cruise Terminals in an attractive waterfront location, is the modern and iconic Grand Harbour.
Heritage & History
Dover
The Grand Shaft is a Napoleonic structure and listed scheduled ancient monument. Head along for one of its open weekend and explore this impressive monument.
Natural Feature
Milton Keynes
The Grand Union Canal runs from London to Birmingham crossing straight through the Chilterns. Linking two of the UK’s biggest cities, it is a popular canal route, passing through a variety of surroundings and many picturesque settings.
Comedy
Brighton
Every dress, every suit tells a story.
The year is 1989 and loveable, eccentric septuagenarian, Hilda, has run a second-hand clothes shop in Sheffield for three decades. She does it to make money to feed 30 stray cats. One day a journalist from The…
Comedy
Brighton
Every dress, every suit tells a story.
The year is 1989 and loveable, eccentric septuagenarian, Hilda, has run a second-hand clothes shop in Sheffield for three decades. She does it to make money to feed 30 stray cats. One day a journalist from The…
Childrens Events
Organford, Poole
Welcome to Grandparent's Day at Farmer Palmer's Farm Park
At Farmer Palmer's, family is at the core of everything we do! We know parenthood is a wild and wonderful journey, one the seems to be flying past! Therefore, it is all the more important to…
Festival
Hedge End, Southampton
Grange Fest is a beer and music festival at The Botleigh Grange Hotel, aimed at family fun in the day and a party night in the evening!
Music
Maidenhead
With exceptional musicianship and boundless energy, Granny's Attic are going from strength to strength.
Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne (melodeon, anglo concertina, vocals), George Sansome (guitar, vocals) and Lewis Wood (violin, vocals) have honed…
Free Event
Horsham
9-16 October (except Sunday) | 08:00 - 14:30 | Free to attend
Step into the heart of Leonardslee and immerse yourself in the grape harvesting process. Our Harvest Experience offers an exclusive opportunity to engage directly in winemaking amidst…
Town
Gravesend
Gravesend with its famous piers and cobbled High Street full of independent shops, artisan makers and atmospheric tea and tap rooms is the perfect place to start.
Christmas
Gravesend
Get into the festive spirit at the Gravesend Christmas Light Switch on and enjoy music from Artful Dodger.
Festive entertainment begins across the town centre from midday including an Arctic Adventure children’s show, Giant Gingerbread man,…
Tourist Information Centres
Gravesend
Gravesend’s National Award Winning Visitor Centre, Towncentric, can be found opposite St George’s Church.
Country House Hotel
East Grinstead
Peter Herbert arrived at Gravetye in 1958. Captivated by Robinson's house and it's setting he had the revolutionary idea of injecting his own exceptional hotel keeping and restaurant standards in to this rural spot.
Restaurants
East Grinstead
Gravetye has a oak panelled intimate Restaurant. We hold a Michelin Star, three rosettes from the AA and 6/10 in the Good Food Guide. The Zagat Guide rates us "Top" for décor, food and service amongst Restaurants outside London.
Hotel
Salisbury
Set in almost five acres of parkland and gardens, and conveniently located at the crossroads of the A303 and A338, between Andover and Amesbury, Gray Manor Hotel offers 25 Superior bedrooms plus a beautiful Bridal Suite.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Robertsbridge
A sponsored walk to transform deaf people's lives
Hearing loss is rising. This invisible disability has devastating impacts on people's safety and mental health. Take part in this 3km or 5km sponsored dog walk, and raise funds to train more…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks
When: Saturday 11 May 2024
Where: Ightham Mote, Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, TN15 0NT
Walk start time: Mass start at 11am. Registration from 10am-11:30am.
Who: Walk in a big group of walkers and dogs or with your family and friends.
Cost:…
Garden
Rye
Great Dixter is an historic house, a garden of world renown, a centre of education, and a place of pilgrimage for horticulturists from across the world.
Theatre
Chichester
An unsettling encounter with an escaped convict on the wild Kent marshes; a summons to meet the decaying Miss Havisham; the sudden appearance of a mystery benefactor – this series of events change the orphaned Pip's life forever as he eagerly…
Towns & Villages
Great Missenden is a village in the Chiltern Hills of Buckinghamshire with plenty of thing to do, most famous as the home & resting place of Roald Dahl
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