Brighton
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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Dance / Dancing
Eastbourne
The strictly stars are performing at a range of theatres across the UK.
Exhibitions
Chichester
Discover Nana Shiomi's (b. 1956) exquisite woodcut prints – a fusion of Japanese tradition and European influences.
Film
Winchester
Film Screening: The Holiday, two girls from different countries swap homes for the holidays to get away from their relationship issues.
The evening also includes a tasty refreshment of a mince pie whilst you savour the sweet sounds from Otterbourne…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles
Step into the Napoleonic era
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Napoleonic era at this special Napoleonic Living History Weekend at Chiltern Open Air Museum this June.
Visit the military encampments of Wellington,…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
We are delighted to announce the return of the National Austin Seven Rally on Sunday 29th June 2025, with Austin Sevens from across the United Kingdom and Europe gathering in the Beaulieu parkland.
Join the Pre-War Austin Seven Club as it…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
We are delighted to announce the return of the National Austin Seven Rally on Sunday 30th June, with Austin Sevens from across the United Kingdom and Europe gathering in the Beaulieu parkland.
Join the Pre-War Austin Seven Club as it celebrates one…
Tour
Selborne
It's our Brewery Open Day on National Beer Day!
Come to our 1765 brewery to discover all the elements of the brewing process. There will be free brewery tours throughout the day. After your tour, pop over to the Jubilee Tap to get a taste of the…
Free Event
Chalfont St Giles
CELEBRATE NATIONAL BISCUIT DAY AT MILTON'S COTTAGE
29 May 2023, 11am – 1pm
Free drop-in workshop
Join us for morning coffee on National Biscuit Day - and create your own biscuit-based artwork in this free workshop led by the celebrated biscuit…
Gardens
Waterperry, Nr Wheatley
National Garden Scheme Open Gardens on Sunday 12th March. £10.50 per adult, children 16 yrs and under free. You may buy your tickets on arrival at the gate with no need to prebook.
Gardens
Waterperry, Nr Wheatley
National Garden Scheme Open Gardens on Sunday 17th September. £10.50 per adult, children 16 yrs and under free. You may buy your tickets on arrival at the gate with no need to prebook.
Walking
Selborne
Join us in celebrating National Meadows Day 2023 with a guided walk around our beautiful meadow at Gilbert White's House and Gardens. Discover more about the abundance of species of wildflowers and meadow plants growing on our site, including…
General event
Milton Keynes
The Radio Society of Great Britain (RSGB) invites families to join the National Radio Centre at Bletchley Park for a fun and hands-on workshop where they can learn more about radio and electronics.
Film
Winchester
Dear England
a new play by James Graham
directed by Rupert Goold
Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid's Tale) plays Gareth Southgate in James Graham's (Sherwood) gripping examination of nation and game.
The country that gave the world football has since…
Film
Winchester
National Theatre Live cinema screening
Nye
a new play by Tim Price
directed by Rufus Norris
Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain's welfare state and…
Film
Winchester
Present Laughter
by Noël Coward
The multi award-winning production of Noël Coward's provocative comedy featuring Andrew Scott (Vanya, Fleabag) returns to the big screen.
As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine's…
Film
Winchester
Skylight
by David Hare
directed by Stephen Daldry
On a bitterly cold London evening, schoolteacher Kyra Hollis receives an unexpected visit from her former lover, Tom Sergeant, a successful and charismatic restaurateur whose wife has recently died…
Film
Winchester
National Theatre Live 2025
The Importance of being Earnest
by Oscar Wilde
directed by Max Webster
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde's…
Film
Winchester
The Motive and the Cue
a new play by Jack Thorne
directed by Sam Mendes
Sam Mendes (The Lehman Trilogy) directs Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton in this fierce and funny new play.
1964: Richard Burton, newly married…
Film
Winchester
Vanya
adapted by Simon Stephens, after Anton Chekhov
directed by Sam Yates
designed by Rosanna Vize
Andrew Scott (Fleabag) brings multiple characters to life in Simon Stephens' (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time) radical new version…
Food
Whitchurch
Have you ever wanted to try dyeing your own yarn and fabric using natural resources?
Experiment with different techniques and colours to create some fabulous fibres ready to use in your own projects. Explore natural materials from indigo to avocado…
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