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
Chichester
Join our friends from The Average Scientist for an educational and inspirational lecture; Mars In Orbit.
Join Astrophysicist Ian Hall, FRAS, as we explore questions like how and why are we looking for life on Mars, how do we look for signs of…
Exhibitions
London
Luke Jerram's astonishing installation Mars is coming to the Painted Hall this winter.
Measuring seven metres in diameter, this spellbinding artwork features detailed NASA imagery of the Martian surface recreated to scale. Slowly rotating against…
Arts
London
Luke Jerram's astonishing installation Mars is coming to the Painted Hall this winter. Following the sell-out success of Gaia and Museum of the Moon, Mars will complete the trilogy of Jerram's out-of-this-world installations at the iconic Old Royal…
Childrens Events
Chichester
Blast off into creativity with our Mars Makers workshop!
Inspired by Luke Jerram's Mars installation, we will be re-imagining sustainable space travel by crafting with recycled materials and creating visionary spacecraft models, engaging in fun…
Hotel
Bournemouth
The Marsham Court Hotel offers an excellent location on the exclusive East Cliff overlooking Bournemouth Pier and golden sandy beaches. Only a short stroll from the cosmopolitan town centre, with shops, restaurants, and bars to explore during your…
Music
Maidenhead
Marta Mathea Radwan Quintet present their debut concert at Norden Farm, bringing an eclectic mix of jazz standards, original compositions and Polish tunes in new arrangements.
Marta Mathea Radwan is a Polish conductor, vocalist, composer, arranger…
Animal Collection / Zoo
Winchester
Embrace your wild side at Marwell Zoo! Home to hundreds of endangered and exotic species in 140 acres of beautiful parkland, there’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy and admire. From Amur tigers to brilliant birds, Marwell offers you the chance…
Childrens Events
Winchester
Marwell Zoo's super value family ticket is back for a limited time only! Save more than £40 on your family visit to Marwell Zoo this Easter and during summer with their 5 for £85 family ticket.
For £85 guests will be able to buy a ticket via…
New Year
Winchester
Celebrate the start of a new year with a visit to the fantastic Marwell Zoo. Take advantage of Marwell's new year, new offer - guaranteed to increase your step count and get you out and about in the fresh air.
Music
Lock Ln, Maidstone
Kent Life Pavilion Event:
Marylebone Jelly Big Hits in the Kent Life Pavilion! Friday 22nd March, 7pm – 12am Get ready for a night of pure magic and excitement! We cannot contain our excitement as we announce that Marlebone Jelly, the ultimate local…
Theatre
Newbury
Step into the magic of Matilda Jr. with Newbury YoungStars, the 2023 NODA award winners! Watch as the children rise up in this heartwarming tale of resilience and imagination. Root for the "revolting children" as they teach grown-ups a lesson in a…
Film
Haslemere
Movie adaptation of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical with LYRICS so everyone can join in!
Matilda tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination, dares to take a stand to change her story…
Comedy
Maidenhead
Finally, the UK has a new government. That can only mean one thing: new people to take the piss out of.
Leading political comedian and satirist Matt Forde (British Scandal, Spitting Image, The Last Leg) makes this his personal mission.
'Possibly…
Childrens Events
Silk Street, Aylesbury
25 May - 27 May,
Join us this May bank holiday as we Escape from the Aviary, a weekend celebration of birds, inspired by our exhibition Flights of Fancy. Children get free entry to the house and grounds at Waddesdon over this period.
Get up close…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Lock Ln, Maidstone
Celebrate the build-up to May Day at Kent Life and join in with traditional celebrations for this ancient festival. Guests can get involved with traditional crafts and activities including maypole dancing, Big Top Shows, and steam organ.
Adults…
Childrens Events
Milton Keynes
Enjoy a family day out at Bletchley Park with fun-filled family activities, our 'TOP SECRET' Mission Packs (available to purchase from Admissions), free multimedia guides and fascinating interactive exhibitions.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Many people know…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Experience Elizabethan May Day merriment with dancing, swordplay, gunpowder and more!
At this special event, the Suffolk Free Company and Myal Pyper will transport us back in time to the Elizabethan era, giving us a unique insight into the lives and…
Heritage & History
Chalfont St Giles
Experience Elizabethan dancing, swordplay, gunpowder, and more!
During Tudor times, May Day continued to be celebrated as an important festival, rooted in ancient beliefs and traditions. The arrival of May marked the end of winter and the beginning…
Childrens Events
Hever
Celebrate May Day at Hever Castle & Gardens with a weekend of fun family activities and traditional May Day customs.
Dance around the Maypole with brightly coloured ribbons intertwined and take part in an interactive traditional May Day play on the…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
Have an action packed May Half-Term at Beaulieu!
From 25th May – 2nd June, join us as over 800 years of history comes to life! With so much to see from living history characters and fascinating falconry to motoring parades and activities in Palace…