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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Childrens Events
Southampton
Join artist Debra Marsh to experiment with different art styles, techniques and materials in a fun and accessible way. A great way to encourage your child's creativity (without making a mess at home)!
Other dates for this term are:
- Saturday 28…
Childrens Events
Southampton
Join artist Debra Marsh to experiment with different art styles, techniques and materials in a fun and accessible way. A great way to encourage your child's creativity (without making a mess at home)!
Further dates for this term are:
Saturday 28…
Childrens Events
Southampton
Join artist Debra Marsh to experiment with different art styles, techniques and materials in a fun and accessible way. A great way to encourage your child's creativity (without making a mess at home)!
Dates for this term are:
Saturday 28…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Amberley
Come see several miniature and model steam engines onsite on 9 and 10 September!
While they may be smaller they have just as much power and might as the full size and you'll be able to compare our full size and visiting miniature engines side by…
Exhibition
Hailsham
Minis at Michelham, a celebration of this iconic British motor car on Father's Day.
General event
Brighton
This year saw Science lead the way in getting our lives back to normal. Now, the UK’s favourite science team are back and more explosive than ever!
Join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the…
Beach
Margate
A long stretch of sand coupled with ample free parking and children’s outdoor play area near by.
Beach
Sheerness
Minster Leas is a Blue Flag award winning (2017) beach on the north coast of the Isle of Sheppey in Kent.
Special Events
Great Missenden
Join Haunted Rooms for an unforgettable evening of ghost hunting at one of Buckinghamshire's oldest and most haunted locations!
Welcome to the infamously haunted Missenden Abbey in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire.
Countless ghosts are said to…
Christmas
Chatham
Join The Historic Dockyard Chatham for Mission Christmas – an immersive festive experience like no other.
Explore the enchanting secret Christmas sub-station, meticulously preserved by generations of crafty elves and diligent workers who tirelessly…
Comedy
Maidenhead
What it might be, how we can miss it and how we can find it again…
Like all those who spread mirth for a living, Mitch Benn ('the country's leading musical satirist' The Times) has been wondering if he's really making a difference, and if there is…
Arts
Southampton
Aimed at providing an exploratory creative journey of discovery and self expression using a wide range of mixed media materials and resulting in a fabulously unique piece of art, you'll create a stunning wall decoration.
Explore a variety of mixed…
Festival
Milton Keynes
Hosted by Milton Keynes Islamic Arts & Culture (MKIAC), Art in the Park will feature traditional music and dance from across the globe, art workshops, a multicultural food village an art marquee with demonstrations and so much more! There is…
Other
Lower Beeding, Horsham
Model Radio Control Boats and Yachts Display: see the Schooner Radio Control Group on the Lakes at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens this summer!
12 - 13 August | 19 - 20 August | 16 - 17 September | 10:00 - 15:00
Gallery
Oxford
Established in 1965, Modern Art Oxford is one of the UK's leading public galleries renowned for the quality of its exhibitions, activities and publications.
Other
Lower Beeding, Horsham
Join us for a relaxing morning in the Courtyard Café where you will be taken through a 2-hour dip pen session by Helen Wallace. Learn everything from mark making, letter formation and numbers, whilst building your own unique hand lettering style.
Literature
Horsam
Learn the beautiful and traditional craft of modern calligraphy!
Join us for a relaxing morning in the Courtyard Café where you will be taken through a 2-hour dip pen session by Helen Wallace. Learn everything from mark making, letter formation…
Markets
Yattendon
Modern Makers Collective returns for the Yattendon Winter Market, a festive weekend on November 25th and 26th. The theme this year is Celebrating Modern Craft, and the carefully curated group of exceptional local makers reflects this. Each maker…
Christmas
Yattendon
YATTENDON WINTER MARKET 2024
A CELEBRATION OF SLOW CRAFTSMANSHIP
Modern Makers Collective is delighted to announce our annual Winter Market, taking place on 23 & 24 November in the Christmas-tree-growing village of Yattendon. Whether you're looking…
Arts
Watlington
Handstitched Gathered Lampshade with Aimee Payton
Jul 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – Jul 21, 2024, 4:00 PM
Lino Printing With Mark Lord
Jul 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Jul 28, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Silver Stacking Rings With Charlotte Berry
Jul 21,…